Mathematics BSc (Hons) at City University London

This course is for students who are passionate about the scope of modern mathematics and excited by its applications in today’s world. A universal subject with no international boundaries, mathematics plays a crucial role in virtually every field of human endeavour.

As a result, this course is focused on applied mathematics. Our dynamic academic staff will guide you through a wide range of mathematical topics and techniques, training you to apply abstract and logical mathematical methods to real-world problems.

Whatever your future ambitions, this degree will open up diverse career possibilities. In an energised and supportive environment, you will learn transferable problem-solving and communication skills that are highly valued by today’s employers.

That is why our graduates are very successful in finding employment in a variety of rewarding careers, such as the civil service, government agencies, research establishments, public utilities, financial companies and large corporations in every sector.

Objectives

What are the various fields of modern mathematics and how do they transform our world? With an emphasis on applied mathematics, this course enables you to develop your knowledge of the mathematical theories and techniques that can help you to understand real-world problems. You will also learn transferable, practical and highly desirable skills, such as team working, problem solving and communicating your ideas clearly.

This degree will enable you to appreciate the universal nature of mathematics, its essential role across all industries and the diversity of the career options available to you once you graduate.

To help you prepare for an exciting career, you may have the opportunity to undertake a one-year paid placement. Our Professional Liaison Unit (PLU) will provide you with extensive support to help you find a placement and has longstanding relationships with an impressive and diverse range of companies. These include Bloomberg, Microsoft, Barclays, JP Morgan, Disney, IBM and more. Placements are paid up to £25,000 pro rata per year, with some organisations choosing to exceed this.

Our graduates are highly sought after. Some of our recent alumni have gone on to graduate roles at high-profile organisations, such as American Express, Close Brothers Group, Debenhams, FDM, SBC Systems, Sainsbury’s, Roofoods and KPMG.