Program Overview

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BSc Mathematics with an Integrated Foundation Year

Overview

Course overview

On the Mathematics with an Integrated Foundation Year you are an undergraduate at The University of Manchester. The course is taught at The University, by academics from The University. Provided you achieve the specific progression criteria for your chosen degree, completion of the Integrated Foundation Year guarantees you a place on first year of your chosen degree.

A study experience that makes a difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

• Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
• Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
• Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Entry requirements

A-level

• BBB where a student has 3 relevant subjects
• ABB where a student has 2 relevant subjects
• AAB where a student has 1 relevant subject

The subjects considered to be relevant are Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Computer Science. If you are unsure, please contact us before making an application.

Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.

A-level contextual offer

If you meet the criteria, you may be made a reduced offer. This will typically be at one grade below the standard offer.

UK refugee/care-experienced offer

If you meet the criteria, you may be made a reduced offer. This will typically be at one grade below the standard offer.

International Baccalaureate

33 points overall with 6,5,5 at Higher Level, including at least one from Mathematics (either ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ are acceptable), Physics or Chemistry.

GCSE/IGCSE

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Grade B/6 in GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics if not studied at A-level and at least Grade B/6 from one of GCSE/IGCSE Physics, Chemistry or Combined Science if not studied at A-level.

Fees and funding

Fees

Fees for entry in 2026 have not yet been set. For entry in 2025 the tuition fees were £9,535 per annum for home students, and are expected to increase slightly for 2026 entry.

Scholarships/sponsorships

The Foundation Year Bursary is available to UK students who are registered on an undergraduate foundation year here and who has had a full financial assessment carried out by Student Finance.

Application and selection

How to apply

Apply through UCAS.

Advice to applicants

Factors contributing to a successful application include:

• Past academic performance
• Predicted academic performance
• Enthusiasm for, and realistic grasp of, chosen degree programme
• Evidence of interpersonal skills and non-academic interests/achievements

Course details

Course description

Mathematics with an Integrated Foundation Year is a one year programme designed to improve your mathematical and scientific understanding and skills to a level where you will be able to start a degree in the Department of Mathematics in one of the following subject areas:

• Mathematics, BSc
• Mathematics and Statistics, BSc
• Mathematics with Finance, BSc
• Mathematics with Placement Year, BSc
• Mathematics and Philosophy, BSc
• Actuarial Science and Mathematics, BSc

Careers

Career opportunities

The University of Manchester is one of the most targeted universities in the UK for top graduate employers. Graduate with a degree from us and you'll be in high demand, according to The Graduate Market in 2023.

Our popular Integrated Foundation Year route has produced outstanding graduates across all of our science and engineering courses. Employers will recognise your determination to succeed, adaptability, analytical skills and independent thought. Mathematics with an Integrated Foundation Year gives you the preparation you need to proceed to degree level programmes in the Department of Mathematics.