| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This four-year Honours program combines mathematics and computer science, providing students with the skills to apply mathematical principles to solve real-world problems in various industries. The program offers a balance of mathematics and computer science courses, allowing students to specialize in either subject in their final years. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in fields such as manufacturing, finance, and technology, as well as pursuing advanced studies in theoretical computer science. The program also provides opportunities for industry-relevant projects and study abroad experiences.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This four-year joint Honours programme is taught in partnership with the Department of Computer & Information Sciences. The program focuses on applying mathematics to solving practical problems. It provides skills to tackle problems in a business environment and opportunities to undertake industry-relevant projects. Graduates with enough computing modules may seek accreditation from the British Computer Society.
Outline:
Year 1 & 2
- Mathematics and Computer Science are studied equally.
- Mathematics modules include calculus, geometry, applied analysis, mechanics, linear algebra, probability, and statistics.
Year 3 & 4
- Students can focus on up to a number of modules in Mathematics or Computer Science.
- Final year project can be carried out in either subject.
Assessment:
Knowledge, understanding, and subject-specific skills are assessed by coursework, assignment, reports, presentations, and written examinations.
Teaching:
Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, problems classes, computer laboratories, coursework, and projects. These methods aim to develop knowledge, understanding, intellectual thinking, and practical and transferable skills.
Careers:
Graduates can pursue careers in manufacturing, service industries, actuarial, accountancy, banking, commerce, government, consultancy, and education. They are also well-prepared for careers involving theoretical computer science or programming of advanced scientific problems including cryptography.
Other:
- Students have the opportunity to spend time studying abroad, normally in the third year of the course.
- The Department of Mathematics & Statistics has links to industry and government, bridging the gap between academia and real life.
- Scotland: 2024/25: TBC 2023/24: £1,820
- England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £9,250
- International: £19,600
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Year 1 entry: AABB/ABBBC (Maths A, Advanced Higher Maths recommended)
Minimum entry requirements:
BBBB (including Maths at B and 70% in Strathclyde Summer School Mathematics) or ABBB (including Maths A)
Advanced Highers
Year 2 entry: AB Year 1 entry: BBB (Maths) Year 2 entry: ABB Year 1 entry: 30 (Mathematics HL5) Year 2 entry: 32 (Mathematics HL6, Computer Science HL5 including option D: Object-oriented Programming, in Java)
HNC/HND
Deferred entry
Accepted As such, a range of information is considered in determining suitability.
