Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics

Cardiff University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Mathematics and statistics

A-Level Entry

AAB - BBB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£28,500

About this course

This course provides a solid foundation in the ideas and techniques of modern statistics and operational research.

Operational research, or management science, uses advanced statistical and analytical techniques to help organisations and individuals make decisions efficiently.

Working in this field, you might be:

  • determining manpower and resources

  • finding sequences in a supply and procurement chain

  • developing customer profiles and segments

    This three-year degree will give you a good grounding in general mathematical theory and techniques. You’ll develop the skills, methods and ways of thinking you need to become a confident statistical analyst, able to tackle complex organisational problems using methods such as data collection, statistical modelling and simulation.

    In most cases, you're free to switch between our different mathematics degrees at the end of year one if your interests change. You will also have the opportunity to complete a professional placement year or a year abroad. You don’t need to commit to either of these options until the start of the second year, so there’s plenty of time to decide.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades AAB - BBB

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    3531 Brokers
    2423 Taxation experts
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
    2422 Finance and investment analysts and advisers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Cardiff
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Mathematics and statistics
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £28,500