Program Overview

Mathematics Foundation Programme

The Mathematics Foundation Programme at Aston University is designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge to transition onto the BSc Mathematics degree. This programme is ideal for students who do not currently have the grades or subjects to progress straight onto an undergraduate degree programme within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Course Overview

The programme is a one-year full-time course that provides a clear path towards BSc Mathematics. Students will learn, collaborate, and flourish through a blend of academic modules, specific subject knowledge, and project-based learning with students in other digital areas and foundation students across different frameworks.

Course Description

Aston University's foundation programme in Mathematics will empower students with the essential skills and knowledge to transition onto BSc Mathematics. The programme provides first-class teaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and access to top-notch software licenses, including Adobe and Solidworks.

Course Objectives

The programme aims to:

1. Provide the necessary fundamental skills and knowledge for progression into Stage 1 of study.
2. Develop transferrable and communication skills required to be successful in further study.
3. Develop ethical and inclusive, problem solvers and critical thinkers.
4. Begin to develop the global awareness, sustainability and inclusive practice required in modern professional practice.

Modules

The foundation year modules include:

• Undergraduate Professional Skills
• Mathematics 1
• Introduction to Scientific Principles
• Industries of the Future
• Global Engineering Project
• Introduction to Programming: Web Design
• Applied Computer Science
• Mathematics 2

Entry Requirements

The standard offer for the programme is CCD at A-Level. Alternative entry requirements include:

• BTEC: Extended Diploma and National Extended Diploma: Merit Merit Merit
• IB: 26 including 3, 3, 3 in Higher Level subjects
• Access: Successful completion of the QAA-recognised Access Diploma with 60 credits including 45 credits at Level 3
• T Levels: All subjects are accepted at T Level: Merit
• GCSEs: GCSE English Language or Literature minimum grade C/4, GCSE Mathematics minimum grade C/4

Fees and Scholarships

The annual tuition fee for UK students is Ł9,535. Aston University offers a range of scholarships to help lower tuition and living costs.

Career Prospects

Graduates in mathematics are in high demand, with career prospects in finance, modelling, engineering, computing, programming, teaching, and research.

Assessment

The programme employs a range of authentic assessment methods, including presentations, coursework, quizzes, and some exams.

Aston Power Skills

Aston University's Power Skills programme is built into every undergraduate degree, providing students with the skills employers look for worldwide. The programme includes four key areas:

• AI & Digital
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Inclusive Leadership
• Environmental Sustainability
  • AI & Digital: Develop digital skills for the future, including AI and data analysis.
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Identify new opportunities, bring radical ideas to life, and develop a mindset for success.
  • Inclusive Leadership: Learn to break down barriers, influence others, and unlock the potential of diverse teams.
  • Environmental Sustainability: Drive change, see things differently, and shape more sustainable and ethical ways of working.