Mathematics with German MMath
The University of Sheffield
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Sheffield is among the Russell Group top ten for research output in this discipline, so you can expect to encounter concepts that will expand your horizons. The fourth year includes a major research project, led by an academic. Our expertise covers a lot of ground, including scientific programming and practical and applied statistics.
You will spend your third year studying mathematics, in German, at a leading university in Germany. About thirty per cent of your time in Sheffield is devoted to developing your written and spoken German to a high standard. A second language, and the experience of living and studying in another culture will give you a head start in the jobs market, particularly if you want an international career.
Our graduates continue to surprise us, pursuing careers in everything from advertising to weather forecasting. Many go into finance, as accountants or actuaries, with firms like KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Other employers include GCHQ, British Airways and the European Space Agency.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 60 graduates of Mathematics with German MMath at The University of Sheffield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in German Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All German Studies courses of The University of Sheffield
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Mathematics with German MMath at The University of Sheffield
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mathematics with German MMath 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 | £25000 | £27000 | £34000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £28000 | £22500 - £34500 | £27500 - £46500 |
All German Studies courses of The University of Sheffield
Salary of all UK Graduates of German Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26833 | £27706 | £34139 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22872 - £31799 | £21973 - £35945 | £25532 - £45951 |
All German Studies courses of UK
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.
All German Studies courses of The University of Sheffield
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 German MMath at The University of Sheffield
| 22% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 16% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 13% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Finance Professionals |
| 9% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 6% | Sales occupations |
| 6% | Administrative occupations |
| 3% | Caring personal services |
| 3% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 2% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
All German Studies courses of The University of Sheffield
Qualification requirements
including A in Maths and B in German
+ AB at Advanced Higher including grade A in Maths and B in German
Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject: 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 credits at Distinction (to include Maths units), and 9 credits at Merit + an appropriate German language qualification (typically in the form of an A Level in German)
in a relevant subject + A in A Level Maths + an appropriate German language qualification
in a relevant EPQ + ABB including A in Maths and B in German
including 6 in Higher Level Maths (Analysis & Approaches) and 5 in Higher Level German
in a relevant subject with Distinctions in Maths units + an appropriate German language qualification
including H2 in Maths and H3 in German
+ AA at A Level in Maths and German
To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Mathematics with German, MMath.
Costs
Tuition Fees Mathematics with German MMath
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £21450 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £22520 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
For further information, please see https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-funding/fees-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.
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 The University of Sheffield in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Sheffield in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #26
- #32
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- German
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
See all university rankings of The University of Sheffield
What students say about studying German Studies in the UK?
About The University of Sheffield
The University of Sheffield is a government funded research university based in Sheffield, England. The university’s vision is to change the world for the better through the power and application of ideas and knowledge. This university does not have campuses, but instead approximately 430 buildings that are located quite close to each other in Sheffield’s metropolitan city centre.
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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%