Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement BSc (Hons)
Brunel University

Key Course Facts
Course Description
The world relies on computers and so do most businesses and organisations. Mathematics is the language of computer science so if you have the skills for both you’ll find a whole range of careers available to you in most sectors.
On this single honours course you’ll develop your mathematical and statistical knowledge and apply these skills to solve problems in computing, business and other areas.
Approximately two-thirds of the course is devoted to mathematical and statistical areas. The mathematics subjects on this course focus particularly on aspects of modern algebra that relate to computer science and also include a considerable amount of numerical analysis of mathematical problems. You have the opportunity to specialise in Level 3 so as an example, you may choose modern encryption methods as used in internet transactions.
Follow the four-year Professional Placement degree programme and you‘ll benefit from our extensive experience in helping students to find well-paid work placements with blue-chip companies. Our sandwich students find that their mathematical, computer science and transferable skills are in demand in many sectors, both in the UK and abroad.
Areas recently offering placements include: accountancy, aviation, banking, defence, finance, insurance, IT (software development, network management and design), management (public and private sector), marketing and telecommunications.
This programme will meet the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation, awarded by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, when it is followed by subsequent training and experience in employment to obtain equivalent competences to those specified by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for taught master's degrees.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 24 graduates of Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement BSc (Hons) at Brunel University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement BSc (Hons) at Brunel University
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement BSc (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £29000 | £34500 |
25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £31000 | £23500 - £36000 | £26500 - £46000 |
All Computer Science courses of Brunel University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Science
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27211 | £26180 | £31621 |
25-75 percentile range | £23150 - £32620 | £20109 - £34153 | £23238 - £43130 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Modules
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement BSc (Hons) at Brunel University
15% | Information Technology Professionals |
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
including B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject with grade B in A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3 and grade B in A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics
including B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject with grade B in A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject with A level grades BB including B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject and an A level at grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject and an A level at grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
including grade 5 in Mathematics or Further Mathematics at Higher Level
in any subject with an A level at grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
including H3 in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject with an A level at grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject with A levels grade BB including a B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
in any subject with A levels grade BB including a B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
including M2 in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no less than 5.5 in each subsection |
Institution's Own Test | with no less than 55% in each subsection | |
TOEFL (iBT) | 79 | with a minimum of: Reading - 18 Listening - 17 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17 |
PTE Academic | 51 | with a minimum of 51 in all subscores |
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Costs
Tuition Fees Mathematics with Computer Science and Placement BSc (Hons)
EU | £9250 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £17355 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Brunel University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Brunel University in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #39
- #52
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- Computer Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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- #3
- #71
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- Computer Science
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NTU by Subject
[Published 20 October, 2021]
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- #14
- #176
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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What students say about studying Computer Science in the UK?
About Brunel University
Established in 1957, Brunel University is located in the large town of Uxbridge, in suburban London. Thanks to its location, Brunel University has numerous public transport connections to London, which students make use of for expanding their options when it comes to work experience placements. The admission rate is lower than in many universities, so applicants should prepare their personal statements and interviews well when applying to enrol here.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 32.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
32.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
25% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 20 October, 2021