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Mathematics & Statistics Undergraduate Degrees 2021
The place
for you
From the moment you start your course, you will be part of a
community that supports you to secure your future as a Lancaster
graduate. We will offer you regular meetings with tutors and lecturers,
and our strong academic support systems are there to ensure you
stay on track to realise your potential. You will study and grow as a
person in a vibrant and safe environment, enjoying a wide range
of extracurricular activities, including our very own
Maths & Stats Society.
We expect you to work hard, but we will help you gain the full benefit
2 from your efforts. We cover a broad range of topics in the earlier 3
years, while allowing specialisation later on. By your final year, you will
be studying material directly influenced by our research interests in
algebra, analysis, discrete mathematics, probability and statistics.
Flexibility is built into your course, with our major/minor system
allowing study of a second subject in your first year.
The pace will be challenging but the results will be well worth it.
Come and start your journey with us.
Dr Alexander Belton
Head of Department
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/maths
#9 For the
In the UK for Mathematics according to
The Complete University Guide (2021)
professional
Choosing where to study can be an
overwhelming experience. You know you
World ranked
want to focus on maths, but how do you
know which course is right for you?
As a sign of course quality, accreditations
from professional bodies are a great
4 Top 50 for Statistics and Top 250 place to start. 5
for Mathematics in the 2020 QS World Rankings
World-leading
research
The Royal Statistical Society Royal Statistical Society Institute of Mathematics
(RSS) and/or the Institute
of Mathematics and its Through the RSS, you may be & its Applications
Applications (IMA) accredit all eligible for GradStat status The IMA is a chartered
of our single-honours degree (subject to criteria fulfilment) - professional body for
pathways in Mathematics and our dedicated Teaching Office mathematicians in the UK.
will help you select the right
We were ranked #5 in the UK for research in the 2014 REF. Mathematics with Statistics,
with re-accreditation pending modules. If you’re thinking
All of our single honours
MSci schemes meet the
This means that you will be taught by some of the world’s from 2023. about work as an actuary
then (subject to satisfactory
requirement for gaining the
CMath designation which is
leading researchers in mathematics and statistics. For you, this means that our
degrees demonstrate both a
academic performance) you a professional status in
may be exempt from the advanced mathematics
high level of competency and Actuarial Statistics exam of
professionalism in the area which employers will value.
the Institute and Faculty of
of mathematics. Professional Actuaries. RSS also sponsors a
bodies open doors to several Royal Statistical Society prize
networks should you choose for an exceptional student or
to engage, and are well students graduating from its
recognised by employers. accredited courses – another
chance for recognition.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/maths
How you’ll When did you know that
Lancaster was the right
it’s the subject where you learn
it from doing it yourself. There’s
a lot of time spent outside
learn
place for you? of lectures as opposed to in
lectures, like doing worksheets in
A place
When I came to deciding on a workshops with
university, I wasn’t sure - I went all a lecturer.
around the country. I think after
I’d been to a few, I realised that I Describe the difference
for
liked a campus university. When
I came here, I got that feeling - between each year?
walking around the place I got a The first two years cover a bit of
different sort of buzz to what I got everything. The first year you do
Lectures Problem solving going to other universities.
Rhys
the Math 100 pathway and Math
110, which is very different.
The Math 100 is bringing
Lectures will introduce you to course In your first year, we run problem solving What do you like about everyone to the same level -
content and you will usually have four classes designed to develop your skills campus universities? consolidation of the higher end
of these per week in each module. to tackle university-style mathematics. A-level work that you’ve done.
They are taught in large groups with Working in small groups, you will apply Half of it is the atmosphere - Math 110 is your first real taste of
fellow students from across the year your mathematical knowledge to a set being able to walk to a lecture what university maths is like. A lot
and see familiar faces on the way. more emphasis is on proofs for
group. of problems.
And, it’s secure - walking say to example, rather than answering
Whilst this form of teaching is mostly and from the library later on at specific questions in one context.
led by the lecturer, we do encourage night. There’s a buzz around the
place that you probably won’t get Your second year largely builds
you to actively participate. on what you did in your first year.
at a city university.
We will also provide you with lecture Computer labs So for example, you do
Probability 1 in your first year, and
notes which have space for annotation Favourite part of your
then Probability 2 in your second
during the lecture. Our students find course? year. Third year, now you’ve had
this active form of learning useful Some practical work is undertaken in
6 that taste of everything, is when 7
for developing their knowledge and specialist computer labs. This involves I think this year (third year) with
the freedom comes to explore
working with statistical and mathematical the optional modules - I’ve done
understanding of lecture material. the area that you enjoy most, or
software to develop skills and enhance largely statistics. The highlight
your employability. Rhys Warham, was a project for the 391 module,
again do a bit of everything - it is
entirely your choice which you
which was supervised by Dr
studying BSc Andrew Titman - the opportunity
want to do or not.
to delve deeper into something
Workshops Mathematics with and do something that interests How have you found
Statistics, felt at me. living away from
Assessment home and making new
Our weekly workshops are designed
home straight What has surprised you
to give the opportunity for enhanced most about Lancaster? friends?
support and guidance. Completing assessments is a key
part of your learning. Alongside main
away in Lancaster. I think that was made easier by
I knew about the collegiate
You will work in small groups with exams, you will also complete weekly or the college system. It’s nice when
system, but just how involved
specialist tutors to develop knowledge you’re coming here that you’re
fortnightly homework sheets for your you can get and how many
not just like ’oh thousands of
and understanding of module content modules. These allow you to monitor opportunities there are to do
people here go and make friends.’
and practise applying the skills you your progress and identify areas to work things outside of your degree
You come in and you do things
have gained. on with your workshop tutor. surprised me. People talk about
with your flat, and then your
student lifestyle and societies
house, and a couple of houses
and all these opportunities, but
within your college, and then
things like Colleges, Roses (Sport
your college, and then a couple
Competition) and just all those
of colleges, and it just builds you
extra opportunities to enhance
in bit by bit. So, I think it’s made
your experience - there’s always
easier for you - that transition to
something going on.
being on your own.
What’s it like to study With the Department talks during
the welcome week, you know
maths day-to-day? people who are in your lectures
There’s a lot of freedom. even before it comes to going to
There’s a nice balance between your first lecture. Everything’s
lectures and there’s a lot of the been made as easy as it can be
studying in the workshops and to move away from home and live
that side of the learning. I think with your friends for the first time.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/maths
Lancaster University
“Everyone is so friendly and welcoming.
There is a lot of support on offer from lecturers, Maths & Stats Society
workshop tutors and your academic advisor (MathSoc)
which gives you confidence with your workload.”
Chloe Lawrence
Jakub Waniek fun way, and to meet like-minded
Third Year, Cartmel College Our student students from different year
Third year
BSc Hons Mathematics
society enhances student and groups, courses and experiences.
President of LU
the friendly and MathSoc What’s the best
vibrant community way to balance time
What’s your favourite
between studies
Open door policy Academic tutor Teaching Office
of the Department. area of Mathematics?
and extracurricular
Algebra. Why? Because it’s activities?
Academic staff who teach on When you start at Lancaster you This is your one-stop shop LU MathSoc is a free academic very abstract, which makes the
our undergraduate programmes will be assigned an academic for enquiries ranging from society for anyone to join - if you theorems extremely powerful and Prioritising and planning. It’s
have dedicated office hours for tutor, who will (where possible) timetabling and exams to module are looking for a hard-working usually quite beautiful! It’s also important to give attention to the
student queries and for additional remain your tutor for the duration choices and coursework. The and supportive community who
8 really conceptual and lets you tasks that need it most and to 9
support. You will receive of your studies at Lancaster. This Office can also offer more general also knows how to have fun, spend less time working things organise tasks accordingly with
feedback on all work submitted is an academic member of staff support, and if they don’t have the you’ve found the right place! out and more time working with respect to their worth, length
and teaching staff are happy to who solution then they will know who
They hold social events every pure proof and ideas, which is and deadline. Then, having a
discuss this with you if you have you will meet with once a term in to contact.
week: whether you’re into what attracts me most to maths. notebook or app to keep track of
any concerns. order to check your progress
Quizzes, Board Games, and deadlines and events is a great
and personal development. How long has LU
Tutors and lecturers can help Film Nights, or Bar Crawls and way to plan -knowing exactly what
Your academic tutor can provide
if you are struggling with a Poker Tournaments, there is MathSoc existed? you need to do and when will help
both academic and pastoral
particular aspect of course something for everyone. Other your grades and give you more
advice and you can arrange to There has been a Mathematics
material or if you just need some activities include lectures from time during the week for other
meet them at any point if you Society at Lancaster University
reassurance. guest speakers, which is a great activities.
feel that you would benefit from for many years, but it has gone
the additional support. They opportunity to expand your Also, make the most out of the
interests about different areas of through several changes during
can provide extra feedback its time, with the most recent lectures and workshops. If you
on coursework, give advice on Mathematics. read the course notes before
society being LUMASS.
module choices and discuss LU MathSoc also supports the lecture, pay attention to
potential career options. students by offering Maths In June 2020 we changed our the lecturer and ask questions
Cafés twice a week, where name and logo to reflect a new during your workshop, you will not
students can work with peers and beginning for the society. At only gain better understanding,
access additional support from the heart of these changes but this will aid in completing
Academic Officers, whether for was rewriting our constitution coursework faster!
coursework support or LaTeX and from the ground up to make us
more democratic, accountable Time management at university is
RStudio help. one of the most important things
and effective at engaging with
We are pleased that the society members. As we build and grow, to learn and get used to, and
continues to grow, and we believe we hope to leave a legacy for first year is a great introduction
to the university lifestyle. But
A supportive
it is an incredible extra-curricular the next Exec who will pride
activity for students to be a part of. themselves in running the society remember: it’s important that
as we did. No matter the name or whilst balancing time between
logo, at the core of the society is the course, a part-time job or
learning environment creating a great support network going out with friends, to also set
for individuals to grow, engage time aside for yourself and your
with studies in a stress-free and wellbeing too.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsLoving
Lancaster What is your favourite part about I have also been a part of the Equality and
Diversity Committee of the Maths Department,
Laura Patterson has secured a studying at Lancaster University?
The diversity of opportunities at Lancaster
and see first-hand the progress of how we are
continually improving commitments for equality
graduate role after undertaking a has very much appealed to me during my time
here. I have tried to make the most of these by
and diversity.
10-week internship with the Royal taking part in everything from part-time work
and volunteering, to societies. As a Student Do you feel the Department has
Ambassador and Tutor, I’ve met new people and supported you with employability
Bank of Scotland, Edinburgh. formed friendships that I otherwise may not have
had. The part-time jobs have provided me with
and careers?
the extra income that I worried about having Lancaster has certainly helped me achieve all I
before I came to university, have wanted outside of (hopefully) getting the
as well as many great opportunities to network degree I came here for and more. I have gained
and impress interviewers for roles. an insight experience at Deutsche Bank during
the Easter break of second year, allowing me to
see how an investment bank operates - including
Tell us more about volunteering experiencing the technology department of the
and societies trading floor of the company, which was such a
surreal experience!
10 I have spent time volunteering in local schools 11
both through my course and through the
Students’ Union. Alongside this and football How has this all prepared you for a
refereeing, I’ve dedicated lots of my spare time to
future career?
volunteering for the Defying Dementia Student
Society. I’ve been involved in this from the very Last summer, I spent 10 weeks as an intern at the
start of my time at Lancaster, and raised over Royal Bank of Scotland in Edinburgh. This took
£3000 in my role as Events Manager. place during the World Cup, which added an
extra element of excitement and bonding
My Lancaster experience has provided so
between interns. The internship had a three-
many things to do that I never imagined I
stage assessment, and I successfully obtained a
could do. I have been involved in making key
graduate job offer.
influential decisions for the Students’ Union as
Student Trustee on the board of trustees. I am This meant that I had an offer for a job after
also a co-opted member of the Early Career university before even beginning my final year
Mathematicians committee for the Institute of (providing I obtain a 2:2!), which has been such a
Mathematics and its Applications, something that relief. This was all paid too, allowing me to save
I found out about through the Maths Department for my future.
here. I joined the committee after attending a few
of their conferences and networking with other
members. I helped to organise a mathematical Any advice for new students?
conference here at Lancaster University,
So, my advice would be to grab every opportunity
improving my communication skills and working
you can, as you never know where it may lead.
further with academics.
I discovered my love of maths here at Lancaster,
and how to combine it with various other
passions. This has led me to uncover key skills,
such as work-life balance, time management and
communication that I hope will serve me well in
my future. I have been able to gain these skills by
choosing a mathematics degree at Lancaster.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsA world
for
Ben
These photos are all either at Western
University in London (Canada), at
Niagara Falls (only a couple of hours
drive from London) or on trips that the
university organised whilst I was there.
The ones of skiing and dogs are in a
place called Halliburton. Western ran a
Study
club called the Outdoors Club, and we
–– Ben Webb, MSci Mathematics with Statistics (Study Abroad)
stayed overnight in Halliburton.
The rest are shots from about campus
– a year captured in a collage that
I’ll never forget.
Abroad
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A number of our degree have the opportunity to study additional
specialist modules offered by our partner
programmes offer the opportunity universities.
to spend a year abroad studying
The modules that you study during your
at one of Lancaster’s partner year abroad will count towards your overall
institutions. Destinations vary degree classification. We have a dedicated
Study Abroad Director in our Department
each year, with past students
and you will be well supported throughout
staying in the USA, Canada, the process to ensure that you have the
New Zealand and Australia. best possible experience.
Our partner universities are carefully A year abroad will highlight to potential
selected to ensure that the course content employers that you are flexible,
of your third year complements the rest adaptable and independent. You will also
of your degree programme. You will study demonstrate cultural awareness and the
modules that are closely linked to those ability to work with people from a variety
taught at Lancaster. However, you will also of backgrounds.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsA degree in mathematics will provide you with
both a specialist and transferable skill set sought
after by employers across a wide range of sectors.
The advanced numerical skills you will develop
will prepare you well for career paths such as
accountancy, finance and banking, whilst the logical
and analytical skills you will gain could help you to
pursue a career in business analysis, management
consultancy or in government roles.
Careers support Interested in teaching? Placement year
We are committed to developing your The education sector has an increasing demand Choosing a Placement/Industry pathway degree
employability skills. Our Academic Employability for mathematics graduates to inspire the involves spending the third year of your four year
Champion in the Department works in next generation of students whether through degree working full-time in a business. You will be
partnership with the University’s Careers Service teaching or in other education roles. Our third supported throughout the placement process,
to offer a range of workshops and talks on topics year module in Mathematical Education provide receiving advice and support to help you find the
such as: an insight into what it would be like to complete right opportunity and to prepare for all aspects of
a PGCE qualification after your degree. You will the application process. You’ll also be supported
+ Job application processes – CVs and cover
learn about current and historic issues facing throughout your time working on placement.
14 letters, interviews and assessment centres 15
mathematics education, teaching strategies
+ Careers within specific relevant fields such as Many students find that a placement year helps them
and learning methods.
finance, research, statistics and teaching to decide which career path they would like to take,
and the experience will give you a strong advantage
+ Completing a PhD in mathematics or statistics
when looking for employment opportunities after
+ Career planning Project Skills module completing your degree.
+ Postgraduate study options Our second year Project Skills module develops
skills that will enhance your employability.
You can also access 1:1 appointments
throughout the year through the University’s
This module includes coursework on scientific Internship scheme
writing and using LaTeX software to prepare
Careers Service. The Department promotes Undertaking relevant work experience while you are
mathematical documents – complementing your
a range of opportunities to meet and network at university is extremely beneficial when applying
pure mathematics and statistics knowledge.
with employers through events both on and for graduate level jobs. Through our Science and
off campus. This includes our annual Science You will also complete your own short project in Technology Internship Scheme you can apply
and Technology Careers Fair where a range of either mathematics or statistics and will work for paid work placements which give you the
regional and national employers are invited onto on a group project with an academic supervisor, opportunity to practice the skills and knowledge
campus to talk about the internship, placement which will involve investigative research and learned during your degree. These opportunities
and graduate opportunities available presenting a conclusion. can be both full and part-time, and range from 3
to students. months to a year.
Past projects have included:
+M
odelling premier league football
+H
igher dimensional kaleidoscopes
+R
isk factors for low birth weight
+S
econdary treatment in type II diabetes
Skills for
your future
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsAbby Rozee, part of The college system at Lancaster is a great
Lancaster means that I always environment, not only to
Bowland College, is in felt part of a community, and secure your degree (of
her final year studying when times became tough course!), but also to learn many
there was always someone of the skills necessary in a
Mathematics. She I could turn to for advice, working environment post-
plays an active role particularly where careers study.
are concerned. Every week I
in the Lancaster The careers team are always
received emails about relevant
holding events like the Future
community through career opportunities for me,
Women Leaders’ course
and the Department held
societies and has that I was lucky enough to
weekly lectures with advice
be selected for last year.
already secured a and insights into many different
Brilliant female speakers
career paths from experts in
graduate position. gave us motivation, advice
their respective fields.
and practical tips on how to
Studying a BSc in Mathematics succeed across a wide variety
has given me so many options. of industries.
I came to Lancaster as the I feel like I have really been
If there is something that you
North West has always felt like able to explore many areas of
want to work on and achieve
a home away from home for maths such as statistics and
16 whilst at Lancaster there will 17
me. Looking back, I couldn’t be probability, number theory and
always be somewhere you
happier with my decision. algebra. This has helped me to
can succeed. I have also had a
decide what I am passionate
The opportunities at few part-time jobs, within the
about and has led me to pursue
Lancaster are near endless. University itself and elsewhere,
a career in accounting.
I’ve been an active member whilst studying. These have
of various societies, including The Careers Service has been been key to developing my time
the Cancer Research UK a huge help, looking over my management skills, and I am
Society that a friend and I CV and arranging practice here to say it really is possible
founded in our second year. interviews so that I could to have it all – the degree, the
These experiences gave secure the job that I’ve always job and some hobbies for fun
me the confidence to know wanted. And I got it! I am proud too.
my strengths within a team to be graduating this July with
environment – a valuable a job offer in hand for a career I
life skill. am really excited about.
A career for #6
Abby in the UK for Mathematics
graduate prospects
(Complete University Guide 2021)
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsOur programmes
We offer degrees in Mathematics, Mathematics
with Statistics and several combined courses
detailed on the following pages.
Mathematics
BSc Mathematics - G100
Mathematics with
Statistics
Flexibility
It is possible to transfer A place Having lived in the south my
entire life, I wanted to study in a
for
between Mathematics and
BSc Mathematics with
MSci Mathematics - G101
Statistics - G1G3
Mathematics with Statistics
up until the end of the second
completely new location to expand
BSc Mathematics year, subject to fulfilling my horizons - living in Lancaster
Roland
MSci Mathematics progression criteria.
(Placement) - G102
with Statistics - G1GJ has definitely been a fun and
MSci Mathematics unique experience.
BSc Mathematics
(Study Abroad) - G103
with Statistics (Placement)
- GCG3
I really enjoyed attending my
MSci Mathematics with
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Statistics (Study Abroad) workshops at the end of each 19
- G1GH week as it gave me the opportunity
to speak with my tutors about
any (many!) topics I struggled to
understand. Some of my lecturers
were my tutors so it also gave
me the chance to get to know my
tutors as well as my lecturers
- which made me much more
comfortable in asking any queries
I had. I would like to pursue a
career that allows me to apply
the skills I have learnt here,
such as problem-solving and
data analysing.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsYour
first year
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For the majority of
our degree schemes,
define derivatives and integrals
for many more functions.
Statistics
Statistical thinking plays a key
MATH110 Discrete Mathematics
We talk about set theory and
defined on the real numbers is
continuous, in a precise way. It
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You will also study complex also forms the foundations of
you will follow a numbers, which are important
in themselves and also have
role in addressing a scientific
problem where the recorded
Mathematical discuss the different types of
infinite sets that exist. We also
many of your future mathematics
modules.
common core first
year programme.
practical uses (in electrical
engineering, for example).
data is subject to systematic and
random variations. This module Concepts formally introduce functions and
their properties, before going
will provide you with the tools to on to look at counting problems
This involves two formulate appropriate models and methods to solve them, and Integration and
and implement the associated
Numbers and Relations ending with graph theory. Graphs Differentiation
sets of modules and Further Calculus
critical techniques. Is it possible to write 84503 as have important applications in
a minor subject. The graphs of functions of two the design and understanding of We take a closer look at
a sum of the squares of two
real variables look like surfaces, the properties of systems such differentiation and integration,
whole numbers? What is the
with hills, valleys and other as the infrastructure powering and the relationship between
Linear Algebra largest whole number that
features. This module extends the internet, social networks the two. You will develop a
exactly divides both 99457 and
calculus to deal with these, such as Facebook, the London much deeper understanding
MATH100
Matrices are a concise way 75067? This module will show
introducing partial derivatives, of writing and solving sets of Underground network and the of calculus and see how to
you how to answer these and
and explains how repeated simultaneous linear equations, global ecosystem. extend the theory to more
similar questions. You will also
Mathematical integration may be used to
calculate volume. You will also
whose connection with lines
and planes is established.
encounter formal logic and learn
about mathematical proof.
general settings, as well gain an
appreciation of the limitations of
the theory through some rather
Methods
be introduced to techniques for You will explore how matrices
solving elementary differential Convergence and surprising examples.
can be used to represent
equations. certain transformations of the Continuity
Calculus plane or space and show how No one can walk infinitely many
these transformations can be
Calculus is concerned with Probability
steps, perform infinitely many Geometry and Calculus
characterised by the way they additions, or write down infinitely
derivatives (which measure behave in special directions. How would you find the closest
In this module you will explore small numbers, but once we
rates of change) and integrals point to the origin on a particular
the ideas of probability models, understand the definition of a
(which measure area) and is curve? What is the tangent plane
which characterise the outcomes limit in mathematics, the idea
usually introduced as rules for to a smooth surface and how do
of different types of experiment of infinity makes sense. The
differentiating or integrating we find it? This module begins
that involve a chance or random concept of a limit allows us to
simple functions. You will see the study of geometric objects
component. study whether a given sequence
how to use the notion of a limit to through the use of calculus.
is convergent, or a given function
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsChoose your
minor
Mathematical Mathematical Minor Subject
Methods Concepts
Our flexible Part I system allows you to take one third of
your first year modules in another subject area, which you
will choose during your first week at Lancaster. Entry onto
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minor courses is subject to meeting entry requirements and
timetabling restrictions.
Minors are a great way to try a second subject at university-level,
and you may even choose to continue your minor and/or transfer to
one of our combined degrees. Some available minor choices include:
Physics Computer Science
Accounting & Finance Management Science
Economics French/German/Spanish/Chinese
Philosophy Chemistry
Other minor choices may be available upon arrival, but are not
guaranteed. Minor choices are only available on single honours
courses. For example, if you choose to study BA Mathematics and
Philosophy, Philosophy is the equivalent of your minor choice.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsSecond year
and beyond
Second year This allows you to focus on + Time Series Analysis
areas of the subject that are of + Medical Statistics
In your second year you will interest to you and where your
build on the content covered + Multivariate Statistics in
strengths lie.
in first year, studying familiar Machine Learning
topics. You will usually take eight
Other topics:
modules from the following:
You will be introduced + Mathematical Education
to computational and Algebra and Geometry
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mathematical problem solving + Groups and Symmetry Fourth year 25
methods including software + Number Theory During the fourth year of
such as R and LaTeX. Our
+ Commutative Algebra the MSci course you will be
project skills module will
+ Topics in Algebraic Number able to choose from a range
enhance both your subject
Theory/Algebraic Geometry of specialist modules which
specific and transferable skills.
link to research interests
You will complete both an + Representation Theory of academics within the
individual and group project
+ Topology Department. Many advanced
with opportunities to develop
+ Geometry of Curves and third year modules are also
your scientific writing, research
Surfaces available to study.
and presentation skills.
Examples of possible specialist
+ Graph Theory
Autumn Term topics include:
+ Combinatorics
+ Real Analysis + Assessing Financial Risk
+ Linear Algebra II Analysis + Epidemiology
+ Probability II + Lebesgue Integration + Clinical Trials
+ Project Skills + Metric Spaces + Stochastic Calculus
+ Hilbert Space + Computer Intensive Methods
Spring Term
+ Differential Equations + Galois Theory
+ Complex Analysis
+ Linear Systems + Longitudinal Data Analysis
+ Abstract Algebra
+ Statistics II Probability + Infinite-Dimensional Analysis
+ Computational Mathematics + Probability Theory + Lie Theory
+ Stochastic Processes
Third year You will also complete an MSci
+ Financial Mathematics dissertation which can be
The third year allows great
Statistics taken in Statistics, Pure
flexibility in terms of module
Mathematics or as an industrial
choices. You are able to pick + Likelihood Inference
project in which you will work in
from a range of options across + B ayesian Inference partnership with a company.
five key areas.
+ Statistical Models
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsCombined courses
Accounting, Finance Economics and Financial Mathematics Mathematics, Operational
and Mathematics Mathematics Research, Statistics and
BSc - GN13
Economics (MORSE)
BSc - NG41 BSc - GL11
BSc (Placement Year) -
BSc - GLN0
BSc (Industry) - NG42 BSc (Industry) - GL12 GN1J
BSc (Industry) - GLN1
MSci - GN1H
This course will develop This programme will equip you
your knowledge of advanced with mathematical and analytical
This course will develop your
mathematical and statistical skills whilst also developing Our Financial Mathematics
knowledge of advanced
methods and will provide you the knowledge and tools to programme provides a thorough
mathematical and statistical methods
with the skills to apply this in a understand the important role grounding in finance, computing,
and will provide you with the skills
professional context to the fields of of economics in government, quantitative methods and
to apply this in a professional context
accounting and finance. business and society. economics. This will give you a wide
to the fields of accounting and
range of skills and knowledge that
finance.
employers in the finance sector are
First year First year looking for.
In the first year you will study the You will study the Mathematical First year
Mathematical Methods module Methods module and will take
First year In the first year you will study the
whilst also taking one module in a core module in Principles
Mathematical Methods module
Principles of Economics and an of Economics during which You will cover the same
whilst also being introduced to
Introduction to Accounting and you will be introduced to content as the single honours
key topics in other departments:
26 Finance. This will introduce you the principles of economics programme. 27
Business Analytics and Principles
to a wide range of concepts and both at microeconomic and
A third of your time will be of Economics.
techniques including financial macroeconomic levels. You will
accounting, managerial finance also study a careers module spent studying the Introduction
and financial analysis. through which will you will gain to Accounting and Finance
Second year and beyond
an insight into the graduate module which introduces you
labour market. We strongly to a wide range of concepts and The second year will cover linear
Second year and beyond encourage students to take the techniques including financial algebra, statistics, business
Mathematical Concepts module accounting, managerial finance modelling and optimisation.
In the second year, you will cover
too. and financial analysis. You will also develop knowledge of
probability, statistics, linear
both micro and macroeconomics.
algebra and computational
The final year will allow you to
mathematics whilst also
Second year And beyond Second year and beyond specialise in areas that suit your
developing skills in auditing,
The second year will cover the interests, choosing modules from
accounting systems and The second year covers
topics of probability, statistics across all relevant departments.
management accounting. The probability, linear algebra,
final year develops your skills statistics and computational and real analysis whilst also
in financial accounting and mathematics and you will also developing your understanding
will introduce you to likelihood be able to choose from a range of the principles of finance and
inference. You will also enhance of modules within economics introducing you to management
your employability skills including Applied Economics, economics.
through sector specific careers Econometrics and Game Theory.
In the final year you will have the
modules delivered as part of this The final year of the course
flexibility to choose from
programme. allows you to choose from a
a range of relevant modules.
range of options offered by both
If you are taking the MSci pathway
departments.
you will have the opportunity to
work on a substantial dissertation
in an area of your interest from
across the fields of mathematics,
statistics, economics and
finance.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsCombined Courses
Mathematics Language Studies and Computer Science and Theoretical Physics
and Philosophy Mathematics Mathematics and Mathematics
BA - GV15 BA French - GR11 BSc - GG14 BSc - F3GC
BA German - GR12 MSci - GG1K MSci - F3G1
Studying mathematics and
philosophy as a combination will
develop your reasoning, logic and
BA Spanish - GR14 BSc (Placement Year) - MSci (Study Abroad)
analytical skills in both a numerical GG1L - F3G5
and non-numerical context. This will
BA Chinese -
prepare you well for a wide range
of careers. Mathematics underpins technology This engaging programme combines
This programme will allow you and so these two subjects create an pure mathematics with the theoretical
to study a modern language to exciting combination. The computer concepts of physics. Mathematical
an advanced level whilst also science component of this degree
First Year models can be used to describe
gaining strong analytical skills. covers languages and logic, software
The first year mathematics and known facts and to be predict new
Spending your third year abroad, engineering, communications and
statistics content is common phenomena. The combination of the
you will get the chance to put your systems. The course contains
to the single honours degrees, two subjects creates a challenging
language skills into practice whilst a careful balance of theory and
however you will also spend a third and exciting programme of study.
experiencing a new culture. This practice which can lead to jobs
of your time studying the first year programme prepares you well for in all areas of industry.
Introduction to Philosophy which a range of careers such as in the First year
introduces you to knowledge and diplomatic service, civil service
reality, critical thinking, political You will study the Mathematical
28 and teaching. First year 29
philosophy and ethics. Concepts and Methods modules
Covering the common core content whilst developing your knowledge
First year of the single honours programmes, of key physics concepts including
Second year and beyond you will also be introduced to the mechanics, quantum physics,
You will study the Mathematical fundamentals of computer science
In the second year, you will study vector calculus, electric and
Methods module and take a core and to software development.
the core components of the magnetic fields and the thermal
module in your chosen modern
mathematics syllabus in analysis properties of matter.
language in which you will develop
and algebra, supplemented your speaking and writing skills and Second year and beyond
by some optional modules in enhance your cultural knowledge.
In the second year, you will Second year and beyond
Philosophy, including Epistemology, It is highly recommended that
Metaphysics and Philosophy of complete a group project in Throughout the second and third year
you also study the Mathematical
Science. In your third year you will computer science and will enhance you will take a number of compulsory
Concepts module.
be able to choose from a wide range your knowledge of software design modules which will develop
of modules in either discipline. whilst introducing you to Human- your theoretical knowledge and
Second year and beyond Computer Interaction Technology. application skills in both mathematics
You will also be required to study and physics. In the third year you will
You will be required to take four linear algebra plus three other undertake both an independent and
second year mathematics modules subjects from the Department group project based on an open-
whilst developing your oral and Mathematics & Statistics. The third ended theoretical physics project.
written skills and studying culture year allows for more flexibility and For those on the MSci pathway, you
modules relating to your target you will be required to take four will undertake a Masters project
language country(ies). Following modules in each of the subject and complete a literature review.
your third year abroad, during areas. Those on the MSci pathway This will be on a topic of your choice
which you will complete a reflective will complete a dissertation in from a range of options based on
assignment, the fourth year of the mathematics or statistics or may departmental research specialisms.
course will further enhance your complete a computer science You will also take three specialist
mathematical and language skills. project. You will also be able to modules from Physics and two
You will also be able to choose from choose from a wide range of specialist modules from Mathematics.
a wide range of modules covering specialist modules linked to the
the culture(s) of the target language research expertise of the two
country(ies) as well as mathematics departments.
and statistics.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsEntry requirements
The A level entry requirements for
each of our programmes are listed
below. For alternative qualifications
and international entry requirements,
please contact
ugadmissions@lancaster.ac.uk
Additional tests
Programme of Study Including Maths Including Maths and Further Maths
(at Grade A) (at least one at Grade A)
TMUA & STEP †
BSc/BSc (Placement Year) /MSci/MSci
(Study Abroad) you will normally receive a STEP, this won’t harm your
+ Mathematics
Whilst not required, we
lower offer from us. Sitting chances of receiving an offer
+ Mathematics with Statistics do recognise the value of the test is optional and if you from us. If you sit STEP and do
BSc/BSc (Placement Year) /MSci Financial additional tests you may choose not to sit the test, this not pass, please do not worry
Mathematics
AAA
†
AAB
†
take and this is reflected won’t harm your chances of - we will treat you exactly the
30 BSc/BSc (Placement Year)/MSci Computer receiving an offer from us. same as if you hadn’t sat STEP 31
Science and Mathematics in the offers that we at all.
BA Mathematics and Philosophy
make to our applicants.
BSc/BSc (Industry) Mathematics,
Operational Research, Statistics Sixth Term Examination
and Economics (MORSE) Papers (STEP) Adjusted offers
Test of Maths for If you meet our requirements
STEP consists of three papers
University Admission set by Cambridge Assessment, for TMUA or STEP you will
BA French Studies and Mathematics normally receive an alternative
(TMUA) and are sat in June. They are
offer with a one grade
BA German Studies and Mathematics AAB ABB designed to really test your
BA Spanish Studies and Mathematics (Including language grade B) (Including language grade B) The Test of Maths for problem-solving skills. reduction.
University Admission (TMUA) is
BA Chinese Studies and Mathematics Each paper lasts three hours
set by Cambridge Assessment
and sat in November, the and contains eleven or twelve
relatively long questions, all
Before you receive
TMUA is designed to test
BSc/ BSc (Industry) Accounting, your problem-solving and of which are optional - you an offer
Finance and Mathematics AAB including Maths or answer as many of them as
readiness for university-level If you complete your test
Further Maths Grade A
BSc/BSc (Industry) Economics and Mathematics mathematics. There are two you wish, up to a maximum of
before the point of offer, we
multiple-choice question six questions. You may enter
will take your test result into
papers, each lasting any combination of the three
account at this stage.
75 minutes. papers.
BSc Theoretical Physics with Mathematics AAB including Maths and Physics at grade A
Results are available at the end We value the way that
of November - you will receive STEP develops advanced
After you have received
MSci/ MSci (Study Abroad) Theoretical a grade ranging from 1.0 to 9.0. problem-solving skills and all
Physics with Mathematics
AAA including Maths and Physics our standard offers include an offer
A strong performance of 4.5 an alternative, lower offer that
or above in the TMUA is very We will review your offer taking
includes a pass (Grade 3) in any your new test results into
impressive. If you sit the TMUA STEP. Sitting STEP is optional,
and perform sufficiently well account and may amend it to a
and if you choose not to sit lower offer.
†
These offers may be further reduced depending on your performance in the Test of Mathematics or STEP. †
Adjusted offers made in light of TMUA or STEP results are only applicable where indicated in the table.
For more information, please visit www.lancaster.ac.uk/mathsDisclaimer
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University and every effort has been taken to
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use all reasonable effort to deliver the course
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right to make changes after going to print.
You are advised to consult our website at
www.lancaster.ac.uk/study for up-to-date
information before you submit your application.
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