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BSc Mathematics with a Foundation Year

University of Kent

Institution
University of Kent
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Mathematics with a Foundation Year
Duration
4-5 years
UCAS code
G108
Typical offer
A-level CDD, IB 24, UCAS 80

Entry requirements

A level: CDD including a C in Mathematics. Use of Maths A level is not accepted as a required subject. IB: 24 points in the IB Diploma or 80 UCAS tariff points, including HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at 4 or SL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at 6.

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, providing a thorough grounding in both theoretical and applied mathematics. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme offers an optional year in industry. Students may also gain exemptions from IFoA actuarial examinations.

Modules

  • Principles of Probability and Statistics
  • Applications and Practice with R and Python
  • Linear Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Mathematical Structures and Proofs
  • Analysis and Mathematical Modelling
  • Optimisation for Data Analysis
  • Numerical Methods and Differential Equations
  • Mathematical Statistics
  • Multivariable and Vector Calculus
  • Number Theory and Cryptography
  • Preparing for Professional Practice
  • Experience and Research in Mathematics
  • Groups, Fields and Applications
  • Complex Analysis
  • Partial Differential Equations with Applications
  • Machine Learning and Deep Learning
  • Financial Economics and Derivatives