Entry requirements

You are recommended to take an A-level combination that includes both Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Competition for places is intense, so your application will be stronger if you are studying subjects with a high mathematical content. Although we do not require passes in specific subjects at GCSE level, we do expect candidates to have a broad education. This can be shown by passes in a suitable range of subjects at that level, and we would normally expect at least five of these to be at grade A or A*.

For Mathematics degrees except GG14 and GG41 (joint Mathematics and Computer Science) the normal minimum entry requirement is A* in A-level Mathematics, A* in Further Mathematics, and A in one other A-level. (Administration of applications for joint Mathematics and Computer Science is currently being dealt with by the Department of Computing.)

For students following the International Baccalaureate, an overall score of 39 points is required, including 7 in Mathematics and 6 in Physics, Chemistry or Economics at higher level.

We welcome applications from candidates with SCE Highers, AGNVQ, European Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate or Abitur qualifications. These will be considered on their individual merits, as will applications from students with other competencies.

There is no formal language requirement for the Year in Europe courses, although applicants may be required to demonstrate a basic competence in a required language. Grade C at A-level, or grade B at AS level, or GCSE grade A can achieve this. If you can demonstrate that you are fluent in the language you do not need a formal language qualification. Language courses are available in the College for those who need to improve their standard.

The entry requirements for MSci courses are the same as for BSc courses; however, progression into third/fourth year requires a good level of performance on the course, currently at upper second class level or better. Suitably qualified students may transfer onto the MSci courses at a later stage.

Selection process

Offers will normally be made on the basis of the UCAS application. Applicants are welcome to attend one of our open days, which are held several times a year. On open days you will have the opportunity to hear talks about the courses and other activities of our Department and the College. You will be taken on a tour by current students and will have many opportunities to obtain further information about us and ask specific questions.