BSc (Hons) Mathematics

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Students should have completed their secondary education with a minimum overall percentage of 60% or above in a relevant qualification equivalent to the UK's General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) or A-levels.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6, with no individual component score below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with with no band less than 10.
• PTE: A minimum overall score of 61, with no individual score below 59.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan):

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving international students. This scholarship provides a significant tuition fee reduction for the duration of the student's program. The selection is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program at UCLan.

International Excellence Scholarship: The International Excellence Scholarship is aimed at international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. This scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction for the first year of study and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The selection criteria include academic achievements, personal statements, and references.

Country-Specific Scholarships: UCLan offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to promote cultural diversity and encourage international students from specific regions to study at UCLan. The eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship.

Sports Scholarships: UCLan recognizes the achievements of talented student athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their academic and sporting pursuits. These scholarships are available for international students who demonstrate outstanding sporting ability and academic potential. The scholarships provide financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities and training programs.

Alumni Loyalty Discount: UCLan values its alumni and offers a tuition fee discount to international students who have previously completed a full degree program at UCLan and wish to pursue further studies at the university. The discount is applied to the tuition fees of eligible postgraduate programs.

External Scholarships and Funding: In addition to the scholarships offered by UCLan, international students can also explore external scholarship opportunities and funding options. Various organizations, foundations, and governments provide scholarships for international students studying in the UK. UCLan's International Office can provide guidance and information on external scholarship opportunities.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary each year.

The BSc (Hons) Mathematics program at UCLan opens up diverse career opportunities across industries, where graduates can apply their mathematical expertise to solve complex problems and drive innovation in an increasingly data-driven world.

1. Actuarial Analyst: Graduates can pursue roles as actuarial analysts in insurance companies, consulting firms, and financial institutions, where they assess financial risks using mathematical models and statistical techniques.

2. Data Analyst/Scientist: With strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software, such as Python, R, and MATLAB, graduates are well-suited for careers as data analysts or data scientists in industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, and marketing.

3. Statistical Consultant: Mathematics graduates can work as statistical consultants, providing expertise in experimental design, data interpretation, and statistical analysis to businesses, research organizations, and government agencies.

4. Software Developer: The problem-solving and logical reasoning skills gained during the program prepare graduates for roles as software developers, particularly in areas such as algorithm development, computational modeling, and software engineering.

5. Risk Manager: Mathematics graduates with a strong understanding of probability theory and financial mathematics are sought after by banks, investment firms, and multinational corporations to assess and mitigate financial risks.

6. Educator/Academic: Some graduates choose to pursue careers in academia, teaching mathematics at secondary schools or furthering their studies through postgraduate research degrees, leading to careers as university lecturers or researchers.

7. Operations Research Analyst: Graduates can work as operations research analysts, applying mathematical modeling and optimization techniques to improve efficiency and decision-making processes in various industries, including logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare.

8. Quantitative Analyst: With expertise in mathematical modeling, graduates can pursue roles as quantitative analysts in investment banks, hedge funds, and asset management firms, where they develop trading strategies, pricing models, and risk management frameworks.

9. Cryptographer: Mathematics graduates with a keen interest in cryptography can explore opportunities in cybersecurity and cryptography research, developing encryption algorithms and protocols to secure digital communications and transactions.

10. Management Consultant: Mathematics graduates possess strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills, making them valuable assets as management consultants, where they help organizations optimize processes, improve performance, and make data-driven decisions.