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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: VG51

Mathematics and Philosophy

University of Sheffield
Sheffield, England
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3 yearsDuration
£25,830Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in mathematics and statistics with the BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Philosophy at University of Sheffield. Based in Sheffield, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Learn to approach abstract problems in a logical way with our BSc Mathematics and Philosophy course. Tailor your degree to your interests and explore fundamental questions that will challenge your understanding of the world. This three-year BSc Mathematics and Philosophy course will give you the advanced problem-solving skills to approach challenges from new perspectives by combining abstract and logical thinking. In the first two years of your degree you’ll focus on fundamental mathematical and philosophical concepts. You’ll cover essential topics that will equip you to tackle in... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £29,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundational Logic and Reasoning
Calculus and Analysis
Epistemology and Metaphysics
Linear Algebra and Abstract Structures
Ethics and Moral Philosophy
Probability and Statistics
Philosophy of Mathematics
Final Year Project
UCAS Code:VG51
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAB

including A in Maths

International Baccalaureate

33 - 34 points

34, with 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches); 33, with 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches), and B in a Maths-based Extended Essay

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic61————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,830

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£77,490

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sheffield

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£28,000£32,000
3 years£24,000£29,500£37,500
5 years£31,500£36,500£53,500

UK subject average: £31,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,500
UK average
£31,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 18% above UK average salary
This course
£36,500
UK average
£31,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH09-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
88%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
87%
Academic support
97%
Organisation and management
89%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
84%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Sheffield

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