Mathematics with Statistics BSc (Hons)
University of Plymouth
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This course offers you an opportunity to combine your passion for mathematics with the latest statistical modelling and data analysis methods with many real-world applications. You will explore topics from familiar areas such as calculus, algebra and probability in a new and inspiring way,and extend your knowledge into more advanced topics such as statistical modelling and computer simulations, with applications in medicine and finance. - Learn with excellent research-active lecturers, who ...Read more

This course offers you an opportunity to combine your passion for mathematics with the latest statistical modelling and data analysis methods with many real-world applications. You will explore topics from familiar areas such as calculus, algebra and probability in a new and inspiring way,and extend your knowledge into more advanced topics such as statistical modelling and computer simulations, with applications in medicine and finance. - Learn with excellent research-active lecturers, who design clinical trials, collaborate with national and international health organisations, and provide consultancy to environmental organisations, medical practitioners and financial institutions.- Experience hands-on learning by working on real-life case studies provided by established companies including Babcock, BT and Plymouth Community Homes.- Gain high-level programming skills and become proficient in using state-of-the-art mathematical and statistical software including Python, R and Stan.- Benefit from being part of the close-knit, collaborative and supportive family that is Mathematical Sciences at Plymouth. This includes small group tutorials, study space next to staff offices, our lecturers’ open-door policy, student-led learning sessions and the Maths Society.- Enjoy new facilities – state of the art lecture theatres, computer laboratories, study and social spaces – in our £50 million teaching and research building. - Core modules are shared with BSc Mathematics, allowing the flexibility of easy transfer to our other mathematics degrees.- Meet the mathematics and statistics of sustainability and climate change in our Mathematics of Planet Earth module.- You will become a creative and analytical problem solver, able to discuss technical results with non-specialists. These are skills that are highly sought after by employers.

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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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52nd
CUG Ranking
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65th
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Armin
30 Oct 23

it has a very nice and modern library and the university staffs are great. Our faculty's building is not ready that is while it was supposed to be ready in..Read more

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Zeinab
19 Oct 23

The university has a very modern and dynamic environment, and it embraces various cultures. Even though I wasn't familiar with other cultures, I quickly got to know them through..Read more

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Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

112 - 128 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths):

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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

112 to 128 UCAS points to include a minimum of 2 A levels including Grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics. (Pure Maths, Pure and Applied Maths, Maths and Statistics, Maths and Mechanics are also accepted as they are considered the same as the Maths A Level).

Considered in combination with Advanced Highers

120 points including a Grade B in Advanced Highers Mathematics.

To include a minimum of 2 A levels, including grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics. (Pure Maths, Pure and Applied Maths, Maths and Statistics, Maths and Mechanics are also accepted as they are considered the same as the Maths A Level).

Interview and diagnostic maths test required. Standard offer would then be to Pass Access to HE Diploma with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction and to include at least 12 credits in Mathematics units with Merit.

Considered in combination alongside A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination alongside A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination

To include Grade 5 in Higher Level Mathematics.English Language accepted within.

including Mathematics.

Considered in combination alongside A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination alongside A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination with A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination with A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination with A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered following Interview and/or diagnostic Maths test . Standard offer would be in the range of DDM to include a Distinction in a Mathematics unit.

Considered in combination with A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination alongside A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Considered in combination

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it has a very nice and modern library and the university staffs are great. Our faculty's building is not ready that is while it was supposed to be ready in...
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The university has a very modern and dynamic environment, and it embraces various cultures. Even though I wasn't familiar with other cultures, I quickly got to know them through...
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University of Plymouth
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The University of Plymouth is a modern campus university ideally placed in the centre of Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth, located on...

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