This is a four-year full-time degree programme consisting of 120 credits a year, including a Foundation Year. The Foundation Year is designed to offer a dynamic and supportive environment that develops the core skills and knowledge needed for a degree programme that blends the study of essential mathematical concepts with emerging, future-facing topics. When you have successfully passed the foundation year you will progress to the first year of the corresponding BSc degree programme. The BSc will give you the same strong mathematical foundations as a traditional maths degree, with a focus on where maths is heading and how it’s transforming our world. You’ll explore real-world problems and learn how maths can be used to create change in areas like sustainability, cybersecurity, data ethics and global development. You’ll learn about the maths underpinning environmental modelling, resource optimisation, and cryptographic algorithms, equipping you with the skills to contribute to a responsible future. You’ll tackle creative projects that blend maths with entrepreneurship, communications, and emerging technologies. Alongside problem-solving and theory, you’ll develop essential skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership. You’ll learn how to present ideas clearly, work with different audiences, and use data responsibly and ethically. Whether you're programming with the latest software, investigating patterns through statistics, or pitching mathematical solutions to real-world issues, you’ll be stretching your creativity as much as your logic. You’ll graduate with a solid understanding of mathematics and how to apply your skills in versatile and dynamic ways. You’ll have the confidence to step into industries that rely on maths to drive progress, spark innovation, and shape a better future. **Distinctive Features of the Programme** **Alternative route to study** Successful completion of the foundation year will allow you to progress onto the first year of one of the corresponding BSc degree programme. **Foundational knowledge** With a robust grounding in essential mathematical topics, the programme ensures a rigorous pathway to develop intellectual curiosity and critical inquiry. **Skills development** The programme emphasises creativity and communication with development of skills in diverse contexts, fostering versatility, adaptability and innovation. **Supporting industry demands** The programme will prepare graduates to translate their knowledge and skills to diverse range of impactful careers including technology, finance, and education.
A Level: {'start': ['A', 'A', 'B', None], 'end': ['B', 'B', 'B', None]} | Must not include A-level Maths (unless at grade C or below). | T Level | Acceptance of T Levels for this programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Academic School. Consideration will be given to the T Level grade/subject and grades/subjects achieved at GCSE/Level 2. | GCSE/National 4/National 5 You must have or be working towards: - English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements. | Extended Project: A | For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example, an AAB offer would be “AAB from 3 A-levels or ABB from 3 A-levels and a grade A in the EPQ”. Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 34-31 overall or 666-665 in 3 HL subjects. Must not include HL Maths (unless at grade 5 or below). | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales | The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales will be accepted in lieu of one A level at the A level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): {'start': ['DDD'], 'end': ['DDM']} | In any subject. | Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) | The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales will be accepted in lieu of one A level at the A level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
Fees stated are for the 2026/7 academic year. Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required to complete the stated programme. Optional study trips, placements, or equipment are at your own cost. Tuition fees exclude living costs such as accommodation, subsistence and travel. UK and Islands: The University may increase fees as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. We will notify you of changes by the end of June in the preceding academic year. EU, EEA, and Switzerland: Unless eligible for UK fee status, fees will align with international fees. Check eligibility at: https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/student-advice/fees/full-list-of-categories-for-he-in-wales/ International: Fees are fixed for the programme duration, excluding Medicine and Dentistry programmes. During the pre-clinical element of Medicine and Dentistry programmes the fee rate will be fixed, after which the clinical fee rate is charged. Further details: http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/international/funding-and-fees — UG BLS and PSE (2026/7)
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