Mathematics and Statistics
The University of EdinburghMathematics and Statistics BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. 76% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £34,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is A*AA - A*AB.
A-Level Entry
A*AA - A*AB
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
75.58%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£34,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Mathematics at university encourages you to think in an entirely different way.
You will develop a rigorous mindset and be introduced to new mathematical concepts not explored at school level.
This programme provides a broad understanding of mathematics before specialising in statistics.
This new way of approaching and analysing complex problems is a particularly valuable skill, applicable to many exciting career paths. A knowledge of statistics is valued by employers, so this programme gives you an excellent range of career options.
Outside subjects
In addition to your Year 1 and 2 mathematics courses, you will study courses in other subjects. These may be in related areas such as physics or informatics, or from the wide and varied range offered across the University, such as philosophy or languages.
From Year 3 onwards, you will only study mathematics and statistics courses.
Second year entry
This degree programme offers the option to start your studies in Year 2 and study an accelerated degree programme. This option shortens the length of your degree by a year, meaning the BSc degree takes three years instead of four.
On this route, you will focus on mathematics from the beginning, rather than studying a broader range of subjects in Years 1 and 2.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Mathematics and statistics
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £34,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ