Course overview
Our accredited Mathematics MMath degree includes an extra year for your integrated Master’s.
In Stage 4 you’ll work on a research project in applied mathematics, pure mathematics or statistics. During this stage, you’ll also study more advanced modules and draw on the research expertise of our staff.
All our mathematics and statistics degrees focus on three core areas:
- pure mathematics
- applied mathematics
- statistics
You’ll have the flexibility to choose the area you’d like to focus on, or even transfer between our mathematics and statistics degrees.
BSc or MMath?
Our Mathematics degrees are offered at two levels:
- three-year Bachelor of Science (BSc)
- four-year Master of Mathematics (MMath)
Our four-year MMath degree is more in-depth and includes:
- advanced topics and a wider choice of modules
- specialist study, tailored to your own interests, that develops your skills in research and communication
- more technical skills, for those who want to increase their employability or continue on to postgraduate study
Your course and study experience – disclaimers and terms and conditions
Please rest assured we make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the programmes, services and facilities described. However, it may be necessary to make changes due to significant disruption, for example in response to Covid-19.
View our Academic experience page, which gives information about your Newcastle University study experience for the academic year 2024-25.
See our terms and conditions and student complaints information, which gives details of circumstances that may lead to changes to programmes, modules or University services.
Additional information
Flexible degree structure
You’ll study a common set of core modules for the first two years on these degrees:
- Mathematics BSc
- Mathematics MMath
- Mathematics and Statistics BSc
This means you’ll have the flexibility to transfer between these degrees until the end of your second year. To qualify for Stages 3 and 4 of the MMath degree, you should have an upper-second-class average mark in Stages 2 and 3.
Quality and ranking
- Global Top 130 University – QS World University Rankings 2025
- Top 200 for Statistics and Operational Research – QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
- Global Top 170 University – Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
Professional accreditation and recognition
- Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
This degree is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA). IMA accreditation means our degree meet, in part, the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation, with some additional study or experience required.
All professional accreditations are reviewed regularly by their professional body.
Modules and learning
Modules
The information below is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Most degrees are divided into stages. Each stage lasts for one academic year, and you’ll complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each stage.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content may change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.
Optional module availability
Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions
In this year, you can choose from a wide range of optional modules. These are closely linked to the research expertise of our staff.
You’ll also work on a group project in applied mathematics, pure mathematics, statistics or education.
This is your integrated Master’s year.
During this year, your MMath project will take up a third of your time. This will be an in-depth study in an area of applied mathematics, pure mathematics or statistics.
Teaching and assessment
Teaching methods
You’ll be taught through:
- lectures
- problem classes
- tutorials and drop-in sessions
- practical computer classes and computer-based assessments
- data collection and analysis
Skills and experience
Business skills
Throughout your degree, you’ll develop a range of transferable skills, such as:
- analytical writing
- report writing
- presentation skills
You can also work on an optional industry project or take a work placement. These opportunities are very flexible. They’re arranged throughout the academic year, during the summer period or with students taking a break from academic studies.
Projects with industry can prepare you for a career both outside and within academia, learning vital new skills and gaining new experiences.
Research skills
In Stage 4 you’ll work on an extended research project, developing and enhancing your research skills.
Opportunities
Study abroad
Experience life in another country by choosing to study abroad as part of your degree. You’ll be encouraged to embrace fun and challenging experiences, make connections with new communities and graduate as a globally aware professional, ready for your future.
You can choose to spend up to a year studying at a partner institution overseas. Our overseas partner institutions include:
- Universiteit Leiden, Netherlands
- L-Universta ta’ Malta, Malta
- Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Barcelona
- Technisches Universitat Munchen, Munich
There are also lots of options in North America, Australia and Asia, including:
- Buffalo, New York State
- McGill, Montreal
- University of New South Wales, Sydney
- Hong Kong
- Singapore
During your time studying abroad, you will select from a range of modules offered by your host university. Alongside taking some subject-relevant modules, you will be given greater flexibility to choose modules from different disciplines (eg Languages, Business)
If you choose to study abroad, it will extend your degree by a year.
A full year not for you? No problem – there are usually lots of short-term student mobility experiences to take part in. This includes field trips and student conferences.
Work placement
Get career-ready with a work placement and leave as a confident professional in your field. You can choose to spend 9 to 12 months working in any organisation in the world, and receive University support from our dedicated team to secure your dream placement. Work placements take place between stages 3 and 4.
You’ll gain first-hand experience of working in the sector, putting your learning into practice and developing your professional expertise.
If you choose to take a work placement, it will extend your degree by a year. Work placement is not available if you’re spending a year abroad. Placements are subject to availability.
Find out more about work placements
Facilities and environment
Facilities
You’ll join the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics based in the Herschel Building.
A state-of-the-art learning environment will support your studies and you’ll have access to extensive IT facilities for teaching and self-study, including:
- computer-based exercises with instant review of model solutions
- problem-solving video tutorials
- recording system for video capture of lectures, which you can download and watch again to help with your revision
Support
You’ll have the support of an academic member of staff as a personal tutor throughout your degree to help with academic and personal issues. There is a transition officer specifically to help your transition from school/college to university life.
Peer mentors will help you in your first year. They are fellow students who can help you settle in and answer any questions you have when starting university.
You’ll also benefit from our:
- induction programme, including social events, to help you settle in quickly
- activities and events run by our student-run society, MathSoc
- homework classes to help with assignments
Your future
Join a network of successful graduates
Recent graduates have secured roles such as:
- information analyst
- programmer
- actuarial analyst
- auditor
- automated software tester
- software engineer
- CRM data analyst
- data engineer
- data scientist
- financing accountant
Careers for mathematicians and statisticians
Mathematicians and statisticians have always been highly valued by employers for their analytical and problem-solving skills, and their ability to think logically and quantitatively.
You’ll also develop key skills which are essential for the employment market such as communication, teamwork, planning, and organisation.
There are some careers for which a degree in mathematics is usually required, for example, teaching mathematics, statistical work, actuarial work, some research and development, and some areas of computing.
Mathematics graduates are also strong candidates in areas such as:
- management consultancy
- finance
- accountancy
- information technology
- logistics
- transportation
Industry too is always looking out for specialists with an interest in the applications of mathematics to engineering.
A degree in mathematics and statistics can also lead on to further study including PhD, MSc and PGCE courses.
Benefit from strong industry links
You’ll also benefit from our well-established links with organisations within the industry. Through research or placements, we work with companies such as:
- Nissan
- Northern Gas networks
- Office for National Statistics
- Centre for Life
- Met Office
- Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)
- Drager Safety
- Enzen Global
- PTV Group
- USGS
Careers support
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.
Visit our Careers Service website
Recognition of professional qualifications outside of the UK
From 1 January 2021 there is an update to the way professional qualifications are recognised by countries outside of the UK
Check the government’s website for more information.
Entry requirements
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements and offers below apply to 2025 entry.
| A-Level | |
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| AAB including grade A in Mathematics OR ABB including grade A in Mathematics AND one A level from: Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History, Physics and Modern/Classical Languages or grade 2 in any STEP paper.
We do not accept General Studies and Critical Thinking as one of the three A level grades. Equivalent grades will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
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| International Baccalaureate | |
|---|---|
| 34 points with Mathematics Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level grade 6. | |
