Mathematics with Computing (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons)
University of Essex

Key Course Facts
Course Description
Can you imagine a world without technology? Mathematics and computing are intertwined and affect people's lives in ways you might not expect. Maths is the language that underpins the modern world and our degree is predominantly mathematical, backing this up with training in programming and algorithms. Our degree gives you a good grounding in a broad range of subjects and provides you with the flexibility to choose options according to your interests in both departments. This allows you to tailor your degree to your chosen specialism or preferred career path.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 47 graduates of Mathematics with Computing (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons) at University of Essex for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Systems Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Mathematics with Computing (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons) at University of Essex
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mathematics with Computing (Including Placement Year) 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 | £28000 | £23500 | £30500 |
25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £31500 | £18000 - £28500 | £23000 - £39000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Systems Engineering
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 Computing (Including Placement Year), BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
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 Computing (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons) at University of Essex
20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Administrative occupations |
15% | Information Technology Professionals |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
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
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Qualification requirements
Including Mathematics. Please note we are unable to accept A-level Use of Mathematics in place of A-level Mathematics.
Only acceptable in conjunction with Mathematics A-level or equivalent.
Including Higher Level Mathematics grade 5. We are happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
Entry requirements for students studying BTEC qualifications are dependent on subjects studied. Advice can be provided on an individual basis. The standard required is generally at Distinction level.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Mathematics with Computing (Including Placement Year), BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Mathematics with Computing (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £17700 | year 1 |
International | £17700 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of University of Essex in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Essex in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #36
- #779
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- Technology
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Subject
[Published 06 June, 2020]
Engineering
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- #33
- #43
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- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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- #25
- #301
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- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
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ARWU by subject - Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 26 May, 2021]
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What students say about studying Computer Systems Engineering in the UK?
About University of Essex
The University of Essex, is a public, research university where curiosity prevails and thinking outside the box isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. Based in the county of the same name, Essex, the main campus is located in Wivenhoe Park, near Colchester. It is home to the university’s three faculties, Humanities, Science & Health and Social Sciences, as well as a very large community of local rabbits, and other small fauna typical of the English countryside.
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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%
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 26 May, 2021
Urap
- Published:
- 06 June, 2020