This course provides a balanced blend of basic mathematical techniques, a rigorous examination of their validity, the development of underlying structures common to several concepts and the application of mathematics to solve complex problems that arise in the real world. Placements are generally paid, with the average salary being around £15,000. The placement year may be in the UK or abroad. The purpose of integrating a placement year into this programme is to expose students to the real working world and gain valuable experience from it. The course has been specifically designed to meet the huge demand for graduates with both solid training in Mathematics and Business, relevant for all sectors of a company in the information age.