This foundation year will give you the knowledge you need to progress to any of our mathematics and statistics BSc degrees. **No mathematics A-Level needed.** This foundation year course is for students who don't have an A-Level, or equivalent, in mathematics. This is a full-time programme. It covers core mathematics and statistics topics, including: * differential calculus * complex numbers * problem-solving skills You'll gain an understanding of how atomic structures influence mechanical behaviour. You'll explore key scientific principles such as: * kinematics * dynamics * material properties You'll also develop essential skills in: * data collection * statistical analysis * computer systems * programming fundamentals You'll learn about core physics concepts, from forces and energy to atomic structure and radioactivity. This will help prepare you for further study in mathematics and statistics. ### **Progression** On completing the Foundation Year, you're guaranteed a place in Stage 1 of these degrees: * Mathematics BSc Honours * Mathematics and Statistics BSc Honours * Data Science BSc * Computing and Mathematics BSc
A Level: AAB | AAB OR ABB if at least one A level from: Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History, Physics and Modern/Classical Languages or grade 2 in any STEP paper. GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics required. We do not accept General Studies and Critical Thinking as one of the three A level grades. Equivalent grades will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who have, or are currently studying, A-levels in Maths should apply for one of our Maths degrees without a foundation year. | Scottish Higher: AAABB | AAABB (combination of Highers and Advanced Highers) with AB at Advanced Higher level. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Where a candidate has bypassed the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Applicants who have, or are currently studying, Mathematics at Advanced Higher level should apply for one of our Maths degrees without a foundation year. | Access to HE Diploma: 45 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics required. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 34 UCAS points | 34 points or if not studying the full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level and completion of a national higher school diploma. GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics required. 34 points. GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics required. Applicants who have, or are currently studying, Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches should apply for one of our Maths degrees without a foundation year. | This course accepts any T levels with a Distinction overall and a minimum grade B in core component. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.
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