Mathematics with study abroad

Mathematics is the language through which the natural world is described, and the discipline through which some of humanity's most powerful ideas have been developed. It is a subject that rewards precision, abstraction and the willingness to follow an argument wherever it leads. At its heart lie questions about structure, quantity, pattern and change, and students who study it develop a way of thinking that is prized across almost every professional sector.

At Bath, this four-year programme integrates a period of study abroad, giving you the opportunity to pursue your mathematical education at a partner university in another country. You will spend the majority of your time building a deep grounding in pure and applied mathematics, covering areas such as analysis, algebra, differential equations, probability and numerical methods. The study abroad component enriches this experience by exposing you to different academic traditions, different ways of teaching and approaching the subject, and a broader intellectual and cultural context.

Students typically choose from a range of partner institutions in Europe and beyond, and the experience develops your independence and adaptability alongside your mathematical ability. The typical entry tariff for this programme is 184 UCAS points.

Mathematics graduates are among the most sought-after in the labour market. The logical rigour and quantitative precision the subject instils are directly applicable in finance, data science, statistics, cryptography, engineering, actuarial work and academic research. Many graduates move into technology companies, investment banks, government analytical roles or consultancies.

Others continue to postgraduate study in mathematics, statistics, computer science or related disciplines, pursuing careers in research or academia. A period of study abroad adds an international dimension to your profile and often proves decisive in graduate recruitment.