**Course details** Are you a natural problem-solver? If you relish the challenge of tackling complex problems, then Mathematical Sciences at Durham could be your perfect match. Mathematics is all around us. From accounting to architecture, engineering to software development, mathematics plays a central role in our data-driven world. The study of maths develops the analytical, critical thinking, reasoning and problem-solving skills that are valued by employers and form the basis for a wide range of careers. Mathematical Sciences offers a high-quality education that is taught by subject specialists, informed by the latest research and delivered in a stimulating academic environment. Using distinctive and creative methods, we do all we can to incorporate relevant aspects of the Department’s world-leading research into the undergraduate curriculum. **Why Durham University?** The BSc Mathematics is housed in a brand-new facility, purpose-built to meet the learning, teaching and study needs of students from the Department. When you choose maths you’ll be taught by a team of mathematicians with a passion for sharing the beauty of mathematics and a wealth of experience in research across the spectrum of pure and applied mathematics and statistics. We offer a range of degrees which give you a choice from a wide spectrum of pure mathematics, applied mathematics (including mathematical physics) and statistics. The overall aim is to develop you as a member of the community of professional mathematicians. Degrees combine theoretical learning with practicals and mini projects, enabling you to develop your capacity for critical thinking, problem-solving and independent learning. **Facilities** We share our purpose-built £40 million new building with Computer Sciences given the natural synergy between the subjects. It is also home to several supercomputers, keeping our education at the forefront of innovation. The building provides cutting-edge learning, teaching and study areas. **Rankings** **3rd** in the UK Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 **5th** in the Guardian University Guide 2026 **5th** in the UK Complete University Guide 2026 **Top 100** in the QS World University Rankings 2026 **Careers Opportunities** As well as developing you academically, a Durham University degree will equip you with a range of practical skills including critical thinking, an analytical approach and ability to reason with information, alongside experience in building relationships and leading teams. A significant number of our students progress to higher level study following their degree. Some remain within their academic field of interest and pursue higher level research, notably at Durham but also other prestigious institutions. Some of the high-profile employers our graduates have gone on to work for include Royal London, Deloitte, CERN, Morgan Stanley and Ocado.
A Level: A*A*A | A*A* in Maths and Further Maths at A Level plus A in a third subject; OR A*A in Maths and Further Maths at A Level (either way) plus A in a third subject plus suitable performance on the TMUA or grade 2 in any STEP; OR A* in Maths at A Level, A in AS Level Further Maths and AA in two further subjects plus suitable performance in TMUA or grade 2 in any STEP Please see our website for further information regarding the University's Admission Test. | T Level | T levels will be considered on a case-by-case basis where the subject area aligns with the course applied to. Please note that additional A levels or equivalent may be required to study certain courses. If you’re interested in applying, then please Ask Us and we’ll see if we’re able to consider this for you: www.durham.ac.uk/study/ask-us/ | Scottish Higher | We normally make offers based on Advanced Highers. If you’ve not been able to take three Advanced Highers, then we’ll consider a combination of Advanced Highers and Highers, or just Highers (if your school doesn’t offer Advanced Highers at all). A in Maths at Advanced Highers is required. | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Please contact the Mathematics department to discuss. | Scottish Advanced Higher: AAA | To include Mathematics. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 38 UCAS points | 776 in higher level subjects, including a 7 in Higher Level Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches), or 766 in higher level subjects, including a 7 in Higher Level Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and a suitable performance in an accepted mathematics test. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): D*D*D | Plus A*A* in Maths and Further Maths at A Level; OR plus A*A in Maths and Further Maths at A Level (either way) plus suitable performance on the TMUA or grade 2 in any STEP; OR plus A* in Maths at A Level, A in AS Level Further Maths and suitable performance in TMUA or grade 2 in any STEP Please see our website for further information regarding the University's Admission Test. Other BTEC level 3 qualifications are also accepted in combination with each other or with other qualifications. See our website for more information on our BTEC qualification equivalencies. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H1H1H2H2 | To include Mathematics at H1. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: {'start': ['D*DD'], 'end': ['D*DD']} | D*D*D + A*A* in A Level Maths and Further Maths OR D*DD + A*A in A Level Maths and Further Maths in any order PLUS suitable performance on TMUA or STEP
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