Mathematics
A comprehensive guide to studying Mathematics at university.
- - "A lot of people think that you’re really smart just cause you study maths, which keeps self esteem nice and high" - Chloe, 3rd year *BSc Math Student, Warwick*
- - "I think we have the broadest graduate market - I’ve been offered investment banking internships and software engineering internships too. Employers really value the critical thinking skills (ability to spend ages breaking down problems well) that maths gives you" - Andrew, 2nd year *BSc Math student, UCL*
- - "I genuinely enjoy thinking in depth about objects that we know doesn’t exist but obey all the laws around it. Everyone here is very smart and impressive, my personal growth here has been huge" - Enyi, 3rd year *BSc Maths, Imperial College London*
- - "We get an huge amount of problem sheets, and the questions are way too difficult so I often overwork myself" - Vedanshu, 1st year *BSc Math Student, Cambridge*
- - "The speed of the course can be insane sometimes, we literally covered my first two years of 6th form in 2 weeks. I often end up not thinking during lecture and just copying everything down and having to work on it later" - Rawand, 2nd year *BSc Econ Student, Warwick*
- - "There’s a lot more writing than I expected, it’s frustrating when you lose marks for not explaining yourself very formally, for example we have clarity marks where you lose marks for how clear/formal your proof is" - Sam, 1st year *BSc Math Student, Warwick*
- - "I much prefer the coding modules, they’re a lot easier and there’s always TAs around to help you in labs, I didn’t expect to get stuck so often outside of class" - Phil, 1st year *BSc Maths Student, Imperial College London*
Mathematics at a UK university offers a rigorous and structured approach to exploring numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. The curriculum typically covers pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics, providing a broad foundation.
In the early years, you'll establish core mathematical principles, including calculus, algebra, and geometry. As you progress, the focus shifts to more specialized areas like number theory, fluid dynamics, or mathematical biology.
Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions, with an emphasis on independent study and problem-solving.
Assessment methods often include exams, coursework, and sometimes a final dissertation. Opportunities for research projects and internships can deepen your understanding and practical skills.
Mathematics graduates are highly sought after for their analytical abilities, opening doors to careers in finance, technology, engineering, and academia.
Maths graduates are not limited to one career or industry. Maths graduates enter various fields such as:
- Quantitative Trading - Jane Street, Optiver, Two Sigma & Jump Trading
- Software Engineer - Google, Facebook
- Consultant/Digital Consultant - McKinsey, BCG, Bain
- Investment Analyst - Goldman, Morgan Stanley etc.
- Academia
- ML Engineer - FAANG etc.
- Data Scientist - AstraZenaca
Maths graduates may enter professions which use specific skills you may learn during your degree. These include: Python, MATLAB, modelling, formal verification, algorithm, research skills, R, statistical analysis, monte carlo modelling, time series analysis, stochastic calc.