Program Overview

Introduction to Management Science BSc

The Management Science BSc programme at UCL is designed to equip students with a systematic approach to solve complex management problems, drawing on principles from mathematics, science, and engineering. This rigorous and practical programme provides a foundation in critical, highly in-demand skills required for successful careers in dynamic, global companies.

Programme Details

• Location: London, Bloomsbury
• Study Mode: Full-time
• Duration: 3 academic years
• Start Date: September 2026
• Application Deadline: 14 January 2026
• UCAS Course Code: N991

Tuition Fees

• UK Tuition Fees (2026/27): £9,790
• Overseas Tuition Fees (2026/27): £42,700

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: A*AA
• Subjects: Mathematics with A* required. Science or Social Sciences preferred.
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

IB Diploma

• Points: 39
• Subjects: A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects, including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no score below 5.
• Note: The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level.

Contextual Offer

• Grades: A*BB
• Points: 36
• Subjects: Same as above, with adjustments for contextual considerations.

Additional Requirements

• TARA Admissions Test: Required for all applicants, alongside the UCAS application.
• English Language Requirements: Level 4

Course Overview

The Management Science BSc programme includes:

• Core modules in mathematics, critical analytical thinking, data analytics, design, economics, computational thinking, and behavioural science.
• Additional modules covering strategy, marketing science, finance, operations management, and decision science.
• Eight intensive Scenario Weeks where students collaborate in teams to tackle complex interdisciplinary management problems.
• Participation in the "How to Change the World" programme, focusing on challenge-based, problem-solving activities.

Teaching and Learning

• Modules: Assessed through coursework and written examinations.
• Dissertation: A cutting-edge, real-world business problem with support from a supervisor.
• Contact Hours: Average around 12 hours per week, depending on the year of study and module choice.
• Independent Study: Approximately 16 hours a week for assessment and independent study.

Assessment

• Modules: Examined through assessed coursework and written examinations.
• Dissertation: Producing a dissertation on a management topic of choice.

Accessibility

• The department endeavours to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities.
• Details of accessibility can be obtained from AccessAble and UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

Fees and Funding

• Fees: Subject to parliamentary approval and may increase for subsequent years.
• Funding Options: Include student loans, scholarships, and bursaries.
• Scholarships: Available, with details listed on the UCL Scholarships and Funding website.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Management Science programme are well-placed to meet the growing global demand for leadership roles in innovation-intensive organisations. Top employers include EY, Wavestone, Amazon, Accenture plc, and Deutsche Bank. The programme prepares students for a wide range of careers, including finance and investment analysts, management consultants, and project management professionals.