Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Mathematics (G100)

Loughborough University's Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematics provides a balanced study of the most important aspects of mathematics so that students can achieve a thorough understanding of the fundamentals to help prepare them for a successful career.

Mathematics is an exciting subject which is not only fascinating to study in its own right but also underpins a great variety of endeavors such as science, commerce and industry. A mathematics degree is actively sought by employers and opens many doors to subsequent employment and further study. Its study gives students the numerical abilities, logical thinking and analytical skills that are crucial to the success of diverse organizations within commerce, banking and finance, management an industry. Through innovative teaching the department equips its students with these skills while also opening up the many facets of this rich and stimulating discipline.

Over the first two years of the program students will study the core aspects of mathematics, including analysis, linear algebra, geometry, probability and statistics, complex variables, mechanics and calculus of variations. In the final year students will undertake an individual project or report, and choose from wide-ranging options spanning pure and applied mathematics, enabling them to tailor the course to their particular interests.