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2023/24
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BSc Mathematics with Computer Science with a Placement Year

  • UCAS code
    GG41
  • Typical offer
    ABC
  • Year of entry
    2024/25 See 2023/24 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  4 Years

Develop your mathematical knowledge, gain key computational skills, and join the growing technological industry with our BSc Mathematics with Computer Science with a Placement Year degree.

Gain desirable and in-demand skills across two disciplines and develop a thorough grounding in computer science, backed up by your in-depth mathematical knowledge.

With learning roughly split into two-thirds mathematics and one-third computer science, this flexible, industry-relevant degree – located in the heart of the UK's digital technology sector – aims to prepare you for a wide range of careers.

Topics of study in mathematics

You'll join the University of Reading's Department of Mathematics and Statistics, where 98% of our research is world leading or internationally excellent and 100% of our research impact has been classed outstanding or very considerable (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Mathematical Sciences).

On this course, topics of study in your first two years will include:

  • calculus
  • linear algebra
  • differential equations
  • numerical analysis.

Your second year will feature a skills module, designed to improve your transferable skills and enhance your employability.

Support for the transition to university-level mathematics will be provided through small-group tutorials, seminars and events. You will also be encouraged to get involved with the Department's Staff Student Forums and the Student Teaching and Learning Group.

Your degree will meet the requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation, awarded by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (when followed by subsequent training and experience in employment in order to obtain equivalent competences to those specified by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for taught master's degrees).

Developing skills in computer science

Get to grips with key programming languages such as C++, Java, and Python. Areas of study from the Department of Computer Science include:

  • programming
  • software design
  • computer systems
  • networking and operations
  • web technology
  • computer security.

Placement Year

This degree includes an integrated, year-long work placement between your second and final year.

Both the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and the Department of Computer Science have strong industry links, ensuring that our students are regularly offered fantastic placement, work experience and career opportunities.

Our dedicated placements officer can offer advice and support to find your ideal placement, as well as developing your CV and interview skills.


Shaping your degree in BSc Mathematics with Computer Science

In your final year, you can tailor your studies to suit your developing interests and career aspirations. Explore complementary topics such as data mining, virtual reality, cryptography and number theory, without compromising your core set of knowledge and skills.

A mathematics report and presentation will be required alongside your optional modules.


New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250

New international students: £27.650

UK/Republic of Ireland fee changes

UK/Republic of Ireland undergraduate tuition fees are regulated by the UK government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval and any decision on raising the tuition fees cap for new UK students would require the formal approval of both Houses of Parliament before it becomes law.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.

Additional costs

Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.

Placement year fees

If you spend a full year on placement, you will only pay 15% of your usual tuition fee for that year. For more information, please see our fees and funding pages or contact placements@reading.ac.uk.

Financial support for your studies

You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.

Your mathematical and computational knowledge, combined with teamwork and presentation skills, will make you highly desirable to a range of employers.

As a mathematics graduate, you can choose to work as a mathematician or statistician for public sector organisations, such as health authorities or the Office for National Statistics, or areas of the private sector, including commerce and information technology. Furthermore, you can move into a range of related careers such as accountancy, financial analysis, engineering, modelling or actuarial work.

Furthermore, Reading is at the heart of the Thames Valley; the capital of the UK’s high-tech industry. Top multinational businesses, such as Microsoft, Oracle, Hewlett Packard, Intel, Fujitsu, Cisco and IBM, are located within a short distance of the University. Many of these companies visit the University in order to directly recruit our best graduates. Companies such as IBM and Ernst and Young even provide a mock assessment centre, in which they put you through the paces of their recruitment process and give you valuable feedback before you actually apply for their jobs.

Alternatively you can choose to further develop your skills by moving into research, teacher training or postgraduate studies.