Swansea University
Applied Mathematics with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
Swansea University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Applied Mathematics with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) and other courses in Mathematics at Swansea University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mathematics.

Overall student satisfaction
84 /100
25 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
All Mathematics courses of Swansea University
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Mathematics

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mathematics 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
Median salary £27000 £24000 £29500
25-75 percentile range £22000 - £29000 £19500 - £28500 £24000 - £37000
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Mathematics courses of Swansea University


Salary of all UK Graduates of Mathematics

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £28132 £27924 £34556
25-75 percentile range £24483 - £33995 £22183 - £36218 £25816 - £46509
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Mathematics courses in the UK

Course Description

Applied Mathematics with a Year Abroad - UCAS code: G121

If you love mathematics, and want to see how it works and how it is used in a wide variety of contexts, then the Applied Mathematics degree at Swansea University is the course for you.

Our four-year BSc degree in Applied Mathematics with a Year Abroad covers the most important mathematical concepts in linear and abstract algebra, real and complex analysis, probability and differential equations, and the ways these are applied in game theory, financial markets, cancer modelling, dynamical systems, mechanics, machine learning, data science, and other areas.

Mathematics at Swansea University is a highly regarded degree which draws students from far and wide.

Your learning will be shaped by inspirational and internationally-renowned applied mathematicians including Dr Gibin Powathil, Associate Professor who develops multi-scale models of cancer growth, and Prof Chenggui Yuan, Professor of Mathematics, an expert in stochastic control theory and random population dynamics.

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 masters degrees.

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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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Mathematics courses of Swansea University

Current jobs

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All courses of Swansea University

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Mathematics courses of Swansea University

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Applied Mathematics with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) at Swansea University

15% Protective service occupations
15% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
10% Caring personal services
10% Sports and fitness occupations
5% Elementary occupations
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Skilled trades occupations
5% Therapy professionals
5% Caring personal services
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023

A range of assessment methods are employed in this programme with a balance of exams and coursework. Coursework elements include regular problem sheets spread through the academic year, alongside practical PC-lab work where appropriate. Alongside this assessed work students also have regular small un-assessed tasks and assignments to complete to develop their mathematical understanding through a hands on approach. In their final year all students also complete a dissertation on a topic of their choice. These assessments reflect a variety of styles and are designed to enhance employability skills.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Mathematics

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
All Mathematics courses of Swansea University

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

It is a big step to move to another country to study and the staff within the Mathematics Department work closely with staff across the University to ensure that you receive the best academic and pastoral support to enable you to truly enjoy your time with us. We have members of staff who will help you with everyday queries and problems and you will be assigned a personal tutor who will help you with academic queries such as choosing the right modules for you, advice and support for assignments and exams and more.

The Mathematics Department will offer prizes/scholarships worth up to a total of £3000 for students starting their university studies in September 2022. The prizes will be awarded on the basis of a competitive two and a half hour examination which will be taken during the Spring. Usually, applicants take the exam in their school or college, but this year arrangements will be made to enable applicants to sit the exam remotely. If you would like to take the exam, you will need to make Mathematics at Swansea one of your UCAS selections. These scholarships can be used in conjunction with our Excellence and Merit scholarships. If you are interested in taking the scholarship exam, then you should complete and return a Mathematics Scholarship Application us via email. Note: The University will also award Excellence Bursaries worth £3,000 to students who achieve AAA at A-level (or equivalent) and £2000 to students who achieve AAB at A-level (or equivalent). For further details please see https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/scholarships/excellence-bursaries/
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Applied Mathematics with a Year Abroad, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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 Swansea University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Swansea University in related subject specific rankings.

Mathematics

    • #2 
    • #14 
    Mathematics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #2 
    • #29 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #201 
    Mathematics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #201 
    Mathematics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]
    • #2 
    • #351 
    Mathematics
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]

See all 29 university rankings of Swansea University

About Swansea University

Swansea University was established in 1920 and is located in the large city of Swansea, in Wales. There are two campuses, the flagship campus is located between Singleton Park, with its green parkland and botanical gardens, and Swansea Bay beach. The more recent Bay Campus on the other hand is located on an extensive beachfront property on the eastern side of town, past the marina. Apart from a vibrant academic life, students can attend the numerous yearly festivals that take place in Swansea, guaranteeing plenty of opportunities for getting out and about in your free time.

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Where is this programme taught

Bay Campus
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