Study both computer science and maths in this combined course and leave with an advanced Masters level qualification. You will also benefit from spending a placement year in industry, furthering your knowledge, networking and getting real-life experience of the field. Computer science is founded upon maths, and the study of the two together allows you to explore topics core to both while gaining an insight into how they intersect. Maths influences computer science, from designing and analysing efficient computer programs to developing formal proofs that a piece of software does what was intended. This is especially important, for example, if the software is being used to fly a plane. Increasingly, computer science is also being used to find solutions to mathematical issues. Computers are used to solve long-standing mathematical problems, as they can help visualise complex numerical data, search for solutions, and make number manipulation faster. We have fantastic links with industry, and this allows us to give you exposure to the latest developments in the real world, as well as in our research. You may work on projects that have been specified by companies such as IBM or BT, who will then take any solutions and could use them within their business. Our Industrial Advisory Board helps to steer our courses to make sure that what we teach is up-to-date and relevant to today's workplace. This means that when the time comes for you to get a job, you will be able to adapt quickly in the workplace, due to our principled and relevant teaching. This course is also available as a four-year degree without the year in industry.
A Level: {'start': ['A', 'A', 'A'], 'end': ['A', 'A', 'B', 'B']} | Grade A in A Level Mathematics is essential | T Level | We consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in Mathematics. Please contact us to discuss your qualifications. | Scottish Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Access to HE Diploma: 39 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 6 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | We accept the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The syllabus must contain a significant portion of Mathematics that is considered equivalent to A Level standard. Applications will be considered on an individual basis - please contact the Department before you apply. | Scottish Advanced Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Extended Project: A | If you achieve A or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | With 6 in Higher Level Mathematics. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: A | We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | DDD + A at A Level Mathematics. We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics at grade A is essential. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma | DDD + A in A Level Mathematics. We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics at grade A is essential. | OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma: DD | Plus Grade A in A Level Mathematics. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate: D | Plus AA at A Level. Grade A in A Level Mathematics is essential. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | Plus Grade A in A Level Mathematics. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | Plus AA at A Level. Grade A in A Level Mathematics is essential.
Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible. For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/ — UG Standard Band 4 2027 entry
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