Mathematics (Placement Year) BSc Hons 48 months Undergraduate Program By Lancaster University |Top Universities
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Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

MathematicsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Mathematics

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Mathematics is an incredibly powerful subject that sits at the foundation of all science and technology. And, as a mathematician, you will learn how to see the beauty of maths in everything; from patterns in nature to geometry in buildings.
You will learn about the ways in which mathematics can be used to make a real difference in society, opening you up to a huge range of career paths, from medicine and social care to energy and climate change. Our highly flexible degree will enable you to find and develop your passions, whether that be in geometry, statistics, algebra, number theory or even further afield. You will become a part of a supportive community of deep thinkers that collaborate to solve problems and to prove and disprove theories.


What to expect
Our four-year BSc Hons Mathematics (Placement Year) degree begins by building your understanding of mathematical methods and concepts through a mix of lectures and workshops. You will explore a wide range of topics, from multivariable calculus, probability and statistics, to logic, proofs and theorems.
In Year 2, as well as deepening your mathematical knowledge in analysis, algebra, probability and statistics, you will start to work on both individual and group projects which will enhance your research and employment skills.
As you progress into Year 4, you can choose modules that appeal to your interests, enabling you to delve deeper and gain the specialist skills and knowledge needed to guide you towards a specific career pathway. This could be in areas such as cryptography, graph theory, medical statistics, abstract algebra, and topology.


Your placement
In Year 3, you will undertake a placement that will enable you to apply the knowledge and skills learnt so far and gain invaluable experience that will then inform your studies in Year 4 and your career beyond.
Although it’s up to you to find your placement, we will support you all the way. Our Careers Service will provide guidance on CVs, applications, interview techniques and creating a digital profile.

Program overview

Main Subject

Mathematics

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Mathematics is an incredibly powerful subject that sits at the foundation of all science and technology. And, as a mathematician, you will learn how to see the beauty of maths in everything; from patterns in nature to geometry in buildings.
You will learn about the ways in which mathematics can be used to make a real difference in society, opening you up to a huge range of career paths, from medicine and social care to energy and climate change. Our highly flexible degree will enable you to find and develop your passions, whether that be in geometry, statistics, algebra, number theory or even further afield. You will become a part of a supportive community of deep thinkers that collaborate to solve problems and to prove and disprove theories.


What to expect
Our four-year BSc Hons Mathematics (Placement Year) degree begins by building your understanding of mathematical methods and concepts through a mix of lectures and workshops. You will explore a wide range of topics, from multivariable calculus, probability and statistics, to logic, proofs and theorems.
In Year 2, as well as deepening your mathematical knowledge in analysis, algebra, probability and statistics, you will start to work on both individual and group projects which will enhance your research and employment skills.
As you progress into Year 4, you can choose modules that appeal to your interests, enabling you to delve deeper and gain the specialist skills and knowledge needed to guide you towards a specific career pathway. This could be in areas such as cryptography, graph theory, medical statistics, abstract algebra, and topology.


Your placement
In Year 3, you will undertake a placement that will enable you to apply the knowledge and skills learnt so far and gain invaluable experience that will then inform your studies in Year 4 and your career beyond.
Although it’s up to you to find your placement, we will support you all the way. Our Careers Service will provide guidance on CVs, applications, interview techniques and creating a digital profile.

Admission Requirements

6+
36+

4 Years
Sep

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