BSc Hons Mathematics

at University of Stirling

In Semesters 1-3, you will take Mathematics plus two other subjects. Material covered at secondary level is reviewed and applied before being developed further, ensuring a smooth transition from a school teaching approach to a university one.
 

You’ll take core modules in: Calculus of One and Several Variables; Vectors, Matrices, Complex Numbers and their Application in Geometry and Systems Theory; Probability; and Analysis. You can also opt to take an additional mathematics modules in Statistics, and Discrete Mathematics.
 

In Semesters 4-8, the course covers a broad range of skills. Advanced modules cover the following key areas: mathematical techniques for solving a wide range of problems; the theory underlying these mathematical techniques; and model building, for example, converting real-world problems into mathematical form. This will include projects that allow further development of skills in areas of applied mathematics.
 

Year 1, Semester 1

Compulsory module

• Mathematics I (MATU9N1)    20 credits

• prior to 2021/2 MATU9M1 was taken instead
   

Option module

Select 40 credits from list
 

• Accounting and Finance for Managers (ACCU7M1)    20 credits

• Our Blue Planet (AQUU1OP)    20 credits

• Introduction to Cell Biology (BIOU1CE)    20 credits

• Ecology: An Introduction (BIOU1IE)    20 credits
   

MATU9S1 recommended
 

Year 1, Semester 2

Compulsory module

• Mathematics II (MATU9N2)    20 credits

• prior to 2021/2 MATU9M2 was taken instead
   

Option module

Select 40 credits from list
 

• Introduction to Management Accounting (ACCU9A2)    20 credits

• Our Thirsty Planet: Man and the Aquatic Environment (AQUU2TP)    20 credits

• Introduction to Physiology (BIOU2PH)    20 credits

• Making the Most of the World Wide Web (CSCU9F2)    20 credits
   

MATU9D2 is recommended.
 

Year 2, Semester 1

Compulsory module

• Analysis I (MATU9M3)    20 credits
   

Option module

Select 40 credits from list
 

• Accounting and Finance for Managers (ACCU7M1)    20 credits

• Our Blue Planet (AQUU1OP)    20 credits

• Introduction to Aquatic Environments (AQUU3AE)    20 credits

• Introduction to Cell Biology (BIOU1CE)    20 credits

 

MATU9S1 is recommended if not taken in Semester 1
 

Year 2, Semester 2

Compulsory module

• Linear Algebra (MATU9M4)    20 credits
   

Compulsory module

Select 20 credits from MATU9JC, MATU9JD list
 

• Numerical Analysis (MATU9JD)    20 credits
   

Option module

Select 20 credits from list
 

• Introduction to Management Accounting (ACCU9A2)    20 credits

• External Reporting (ACCU9A4)    20 credits

• Our Thirsty Planet: Man and the Aquatic Environment (AQUU2TP)    20 credits

• Science of Diving (AQUU4DS)    20 credits

 

Year 3, Semester 1

Option module

Select 60 credits from Level 10 modules in Mathematics list
 

• Experimental Design and Game Theory (MATU9EG)    20 credits

• Combinatorics (MATU9KA)    20 credits

• Advanced Real and Complex Analysis (MATU9RC)    20 credits
   

Year 3, Semester 2

Option module

Select 60 credits from Level 10 modules in Mathematics list
 

• Introduction to Functional Analysis (MATU9AF)    20 credits

• Numerical Analysis (MATU9JD)    20 credits

• Mechanics and Mathematical Modelling (MATU9ME)    20 credits
   

Year 4, Semester 1

Dissertation

• Research Portfolio (MATU9RP)    60 credits

• Continued in semester 8.
   

Option module

Select 20 credits from MATU9KB, MATU9LB, MATU9MB list
 

• Experimental Design and Game Theory (MATU9EG)    20 credits

• Combinatorics (MATU9KA)    20 credits

• Advanced Real and Complex Analysis (MATU9RC)    20 credits
   

Option module

Select 20 credits from MATU9KB, MATU9LB, MATU9MB list
 

• Experimental Design and Game Theory (MATU9EG)    20 credits

• Combinatorics (MATU9KA)    20 credits

• Advanced Real and Complex Analysis (MATU9RC)    20 credits
   

Year 4, Semester 2

Option module

Select 20 credits from MATU9KC, MATU9JC, MATU9MD list
 

• Introduction to Functional Analysis (MATU9AF)    20 credits

• Numerical Analysis (MATU9JD)    20 credits

 

Year 1 entry – Four-year honours
 

SQA Highers

• AABB - by the end of S5

• AABBB - by the end of S6
   

GCE A-levels

• BBB
   

IB Diploma

• 30 points
   

BTEC (Level 3)

• DDM
   

Widening access students

• Widening access students may be eligible for an adjusted offer of entry. To find out if this applies to you go to our widening access pages.

• Care-experienced applicants will be guaranteed an offer of a place if they meet the minimum entry requirements.
   

Year 2 entry – Three-year honours
 

SQA Advanced Highers

• ABB – one sitting
   

GCE A-levels

• ABB
   

IB Diploma

• 35 points
   

Essential subjects

• Mathematics
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Direct Entry to 1st Year:
 

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 65% and above from the following state boards:
 

• CBSE

• ISC/ICSE

• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
   

• Students from other state boards will require Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75%.
   

  Advanced Entry to 2nd Year:
   

  Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75% and above from the following state boards:
   

• CBSE

• ISC/ICSE

• Advanced entry is possible on a range of courses. Student applications will be considered on a case by case basis.Please note that advanced entry options for students who have scored 35 in the International Baccalaureate or GCE A-Levels ABB in one sitting will also be considered on a case by case basis.
  
  Students who score 70% in English in Year 12 from the following exam boards won't be required to submit IELTS, if studied within the last 5 years of our course start date:
   

• CBSE
• ISC/ICSE
• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
   

• Students from other state boards will either need 80% in English if studied within 5 years of the course start date, or a UKVI SELT, IELTS Academic or PTE Academic, depending on the state board, taken within 2 years of our course start date.
  
  English language requirements
  
  If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:
   

• IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill

• Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) 169 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill

• Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) 180 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill

• Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill

• IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing

• IBT TOEFL Special Home Edition 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing

• Trinity ISE II Pass overall and Pass in each sub-skill, ISE III Pass overall and in all sub-skills, ISE IV Pass overall and in all sub-skills

• Aptis (4 skills) CEFR B2 overall and B2 in all sub-skills

• Duolingo 95 overall with a minimum of 90 in all sub-skills

• LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator -  Pass with minimum 33 in each sub-skill

• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)

Academic year:	2022/23	2023/24
Overseas students (non-EU)	£15,900	£16,400

Overseas students (non-EU)
 

You will be charged the annual fee each year when you enrol. Your fees will be held at the same level throughout your course.If you need to take additional modules or resit modules, you will be liable for an additional fee.

If you’re domiciled in the UK, you can typically apply to your relevant funding body for help with living costs. This usually takes the form of student loans, grants or bursaries, and the amount awarded depends upon your personal circumstances and household income.

EU and overseas students won’t normally be able to claim living support through SAAS or other UK public funding bodies. You should contact the relevant authority in your country to find out if you’re eligible to receive support.

Jobs related to mathematics include:
 

• analyst
• accountancy
• science research
• systems developer
• statistician
• teacher
• data
• finance and insurance
• modeller
• software tester
   

There is a growing need for graduates with mathematical skills in business, research and the sciences. This course provides both the theoretical background and the quantitative skills you need to solve real-world problems.
 

Of particular relevance at Stirling is the growing need for graduates with mathematical skills in the biological and environmental sciences. Stirling has a strong record of research in the application of mathematics to biological problems, for example, the spread of diseases in animals, and offers Combined Honours degrees in the relevant disciplines.