Mathematics and Statistics & Op Research

Program Overview

Mathematics and Statistics & Operational Research

Overview

This three-year degree programme is focused on mathematical and statistical approaches for quantitative management. Mathematics and statistics are core to most modern-day science and have important applications in industry and commerce. The concepts introduced in this pathway span from deriving sound inference from limited or large amounts of data to the mathematical modelling and solution to problems in the organisation and management of complex systems in industry and commerce. The skills acquired include formulating problems in mathematical and/or statistical terms, and expressing solutions in a form intelligible to lay people.

Course Structure

Stage 1

At Stage 1, students must take six compulsory modules.

Stage 2

At Stage 2, students must take modules totalling 120 units, to be approved by an advisor of studies.

Stage 3

At Stage 3, students must take modules totalling 120 units, to be approved by an advisor of studies.

Modules

Core Modules

• Mathematical Methods 1 (30 credits)
• Algorithmic Thinking (10 credits)
• Mathematical Reasoning (10 credits)
• Introduction to Algebra and Analysis (30 credits)
• Introduction to Statistical and Operational Research Methods (10 credits)
• Introduction to Probability & Statistics (30 credits)

Optional Modules

• Group Theory (20 credits)
• Mathematical Methods 2 (20 credits)
• Classical Mechanics (20 credits)
• Methods of Operational Research (20 credits)
• Employability for Mathematics (0 credits)

Core Modules

• Mathematical Investigations (20 credits)
• Applied Mathematics Project (20 credits)
• Linear Models (20 credits)
• Statistical Data Mining with Machine Learning (20 credits)

Optional Modules

• Topological Data Analysis (20 credits)
• Financial Mathematics (20 credits)
• Fourier Analysis and Applications to PDEs (20 credits)
• Geometry of Optimisation (20 credits)
• Modelling and Simulation (20 credits)
• Functional Analysis (20 credits)
• Numerical Analysis (20 credits)
• Stochastic Processes and Risk (20 credits)
• Measure and Integration (20 credits)
• Algebra (20 credits)
• Quantum Theory (20 credits)
• Dynamical Systems (20 credits)

Entry Requirements

A level requirements

A (Mathematics) AB
OR
A* (Mathematics) BB

A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction* being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.

Irish leaving certificate requirements

H2H3H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 in Mathematics

Access Course

Successful completion of Access Course with a minimum of 80% in each Level 3 module. Must be relevant Access Course with substantial Mathematics modules (eg: Mathematics and Computing).

International Baccalaureate Diploma

34 points overall including 6 (Mathematics) 6 5 at Higher Level.

Graduate

A minimum of a 2:2 Honours Degree, provided any subject requirement is also met.

Note

All applicants must have GCSE English Language grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.

Tuition Fees

Northern Ireland (NI) | £4,855
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Republic of Ireland (ROI) | £4,855
England, Scotland or Wales (GB) | £9,535
EU Other | £20,800
International | £20,800

1EU citizens in the EU Settlement Scheme, with settled status, will be charged the NI or GB tuition fee based on where they are ordinarily resident. Students who are ROI nationals resident in GB will be charged the GB fee.

2 EU students who are ROI nationals resident in ROI are eligible for NI tuition fees.

3 EU Other students (excludes Republic of Ireland nationals living in GB, NI or ROI) are charged tuition fees in line with international fees.

All tuition fees will be subject to an annual inflationary increase in each year of the course. Fees quoted relate to a single year of study unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Career Prospects

Studying for a degree in Mathematics, Statistics and Operational Research at Queen’s will assist students in developing the core skills and employment- related experiences that are valued by employers, professional organisations and academic institutions. Graduates from this degree at Queen’s are well regarded by many employers (local, national and international) and over half of all graduate jobs are now open to graduates of any discipline, including mathematics.

According to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, 5 years after graduation, Maths graduates earn 20 per cent more on average than other graduates (IFS 2018) and are the 3rd highest earners compared to all other subjects.

Although the many of our graduates are interested in pursuing careers in teaching, banking and finance, significant numbers develop careers in a wide range of other sectors. The following is a list of the major career sectors that have attracted our graduates in recent years:

• Management Consultancy
• Export Marketing (NI Programme)
• Fast Stream Civil Service
• Varied graduate programmes (Times Top 100 Graduate Recruiters/AGR, Association of Graduate Recruiters UK)

What employers say

At Citi, we value diverse thinking and we encourage Maths students to join our Graduate Programmes each year. The Maths graduates that we have hired have been extremely successful in their careers within Citi, in particular our Software Engineering opportunities. They excel in their profession with us as they are able to transfer their analytical, numerical and problem solving skills to their day to day responsibilities.

Aislinn Wilson, Applications Development Senior Manager, Citi group

We have Mathematics graduates working across many parts of the business and they play a central role in creating cutting edge solutions for our customers, enabling them to push the boundaries of science.

Claire Greenwood, Director of Engineering, Andor Technology

At Citi, we value diverse thinking and we encourage Maths students to join our Graduate Programmes each year. The Maths graduates that we have hired have been extremely successful in their careers within Citi, in particular our Software Engineering opportunities. They excel in their profession with us as they are able to transfer their analytical, numerical and problem solving skills to their day to day responsibilities.

Aislinn Wilson, Applications Development Senior Manager, Citi group

We have Mathematics graduates working across many parts of the business and they play a central role in creating cutting edge solutions for our customers, enabling them to push the boundaries of science.

Claire Greenwood, Director of Engineering, Andor Technology

Prizes and Awards

Top performing students are eligible for a number of prizes within the School.

Degree Plus/Future Ready Award for extra-curricular skills

In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognised from a world leading university, you'll have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this Degree Plus/Future Ready Award. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.