MATHEMATICS UNDERGRADUATE
MATHEMATICS Do you want to learn high-level mathematics while understanding how it can be applied to a range of real-world problems in industry and beyond? We have a strong reputation in this subject, which goes some way to explain why 100% of our maths students said the course was intellectually stimulating (NSS 2026). Our state-of-the-art facilities include over 150 high performance computers and industry-standard software, such as Matlab, Minitab, SPSS and R. This vital discipline underpins many academic fields, which means that employers are increasingly demanding graduates with a solid grounding in mathematics, statistics and data science to help inform and develop their businesses. This is to be expected in the key industries, such as engineering, finance and IT. However, we also look outside big business to how mathematics can solve problems within society, studying the development of brain tumours and survival rates and collaborating on research reviewing
performance analysis in football games. We aim to improve your employability wherever possible, which is why practical modules are introduced at every level of your course. Most importantly, you can spend a sandwich year on a paid work placement to get a taste of what it’s really like to work in industry. We also have strong links with over 450 local and national organisations, including: McLaren, Caterpillar, Airbus, BP, Proctor and Gamble, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, IBM, HM Treasury, the NHS and the Ministry of Defence. Continue a subject you love while learning the mathematical and statistical expertise to open the doors to a wide range of careers.
LJMU RANKED IN
TOP 10
UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK FOR MATHEMATICS Uni Compare Subject Rankings 2026
We want our students to enjoy studying mathematics and to feel part of a friendly and supportive community. We’ll challenge you, we’ll encourage you to achieve your best, and we’ll help you develop the skills and confidence you need for whatever you choose to do after university. Stewart Chidlow Programme Leader, Mathematics
THE SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS LINKS WITH OVER 450 LOCAL AND NATIONAL ORGANISATIONS MEAN THAT ITS COURSES ARE DESIGNED TO SUIT THE NEEDS OF EMPLOYERS, AS WELL AS CREATING EXCELLENT WORK PLACEMENTS
RESEARCHERS FROM THE SCHOOL COLLABORATE WITH A RANGE OF ORGANISATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS, INCLUDING THE UNIVERSITY OF VALENCIA AND PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND
100%
OF MATHS STUDENTS SAID STAFF WERE GOOD AT EXPLAINING THINGS National Student Survey (NSS) 2026
My course builds skills you’ll need when you go into the working world, for example I learnt a few programming languages, but also how to use the techniques I’ve learnt in real life situations. Ellie Thompson BSc Mathematics and Finance
MATHEMATICS BSc (Hons) This course will give you a solid grounding in how mathematics and statistics, supported by IT solutions, are applied to a wide variety of problems encountered in industry, business and research organisations.
MODULES
COURSE OVERVIEW
Level 4 • Linear Algebra • Fundamentals of Mathematics • Mathematical Computer Programming • Mathematical Methods • Introduction to Modelling • Data Exploration and Analysis Level 5 • Further Mathematical Methods • Personal and Professional Development • Statistical Modelling • Numerical Methods • Differential Equations • Probability and Risk Sandwich degree: Year-long placement Level 6 • Project • Statistics in the Workplace • Advanced Calculus and Partial Differential Equations Optional Modules: • Operational Research • Introduction to Data Science • Mathematical Biology • Multivariate Analysis and Time Series
• Opportunity to undertake a year’s paid industrial placement
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• Strong links with over 450 local and national organisations • Very high academic and professional standing, with official commendation for excellent teaching and research standards • £6million investment in state-of-the-art teaching facilities
WORK RELATED LEARNING A 12-month paid work placement in your third year gives you the ideal opportunity to get a taste of what it’s really like to work in industry. Thanks to our extensive industrial links, we are able to place you with high-profile companies like NHS, Lloyds TSB and Unilever, where you will be able to put into practice skills learnt during your first two years and also gain new skills. This experience will significantly enhance your CV and give you that competitive edge over other candidates when you first enter the graduate job market.
CAREER PROSPECTS
UCAS code: GN11
Recent graduates have gone on to forge successful careers as Maths Teacher, Actuary, Mathematical Biologist, Chartered certified accountant, Data analyst, Data scientist, and other fields related to mathematics and statistics.
FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE
ACCREDITATION
100%
OF STUDENTS SURVEYED SAID TEACHING STAFF ON THIS COURSE SUPPORTED THEIR LEARNING National Student Survey (NSS) 2026
#5
LJMU RANKED 5TH UNIVERSITY IN THE UK FOR JOB PROSPECTS
Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BBC (112) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Mathematics (Grade C or above) General Studies acceptable? Yes BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM from a relevant subject area (must include appropriate mathematical content) GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? No Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start months: September Campus location: City Campus
The course was focused on the applications of how the disciplines were used rather than the purely theoretical aspect and I wanted to be tutored rather than lectured to. Amanda Padbury Graduate
StudentCrowd University Awards 2026
100%
OF STUDENTS SURVEYED ON THIS COURSE SAID THEY HAVE THE CHANCE TO EXPLORE IDEAS AND CONCEPTS IN DEPTH National Student Survey (NSS) 2026 ljmu.ac.uk UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027
MATHEMATICS WITH FINANCE BSc (Hons) This programme was developed in direct response to the increasing demand from employers in the financial sector for graduates with an understanding of Mathematics. In the world of finance, being able to employ high-level mathematics to help understand and model the markets makes you highly employable.
MODULES
COURSE OVERVIEW
Level 4 • Data Exploration and Analysis • Mathematical Methods • Linear Algebra • Mathematical Computer Programming • Fundamentals of Mathematics • Accounting and Finance Level 5 • Investment and Financial Analysis • Further Mathematical Methods • Statistical Modelling • Probability and risk • Personal and professional development • Differential equations Sandwich degree: Year-long placement Level 6 • Project • International Corporate Finance • Advanced Calculus and Partial Differential Equations Optional Modules: • Operational Research • Statistics in the Workplace • Introduction to Data Science • Mathematical Biology • Multivariate Analysis and Time Series • Personal Finance
• Opportunity to undertake a year’s paid industrial placement
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027 ljmu.ac.uk
• Strong links with over 450 local and national organisations • Very high academic and professional standing, with official commendation for excellent teaching and research standards • £6million investment in state-of-the-art teaching facilities.
WORK RELATED LEARNING A 12-month paid work placement in your third year gives you the ideal opportunity to get a taste of what it’s really like to work in industry. Thanks to our extensive industrial links, we are able to place you with high-profile companies like Intel, Morgan Stanley and Saab where you will be able to put into practice skills learnt during your first two years and also gain new skills. This experience will significantly enhance your CV and give you that competitive edge over other candidates when you first enter the graduate job market.
CAREER PROSPECTS Graduates will be able to forge successful careers within commercial and investment banks, financial services, finance companies, building societies and other fields related to mathematics and statistics.
ACCREDITATION
UCAS code: GN13 FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BBC (112) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Mathematics (Grade C or above) General Studies acceptable? Yes BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM from a relevant subject area (must include appropriate mathematical content) GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? No Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus
In the world of finance, being able to employ highlevel mathematics to help understand and model the markets makes you highly employable.
LJMU RANKED IN
TOP 10
UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK FOR MATHEMATICS Uni Compare Subject Rankings 2027
#2
LJMU RANKED 2ND UNIVERSITY IN THE UK StudentCrowd University Awards 2026 and 2027
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The university offers the information contained in this brochure as a general guide only, to prospective undergraduate students wishing to apply for a place at the university. It does not constitute or form part of any contract and is not binding on prospective students, students or the university. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press (September 2026) and the university hopes to provide the programmes and facilities set out in this brochure. However, some changes will inevitably occur in the interval between publication and the academic year to which the brochure relates and the university reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary. Applicants and prospective students should not rely solely on this brochure and should use this brochure in conjunction with the most up-to-date information available on the university website www.ljmu.ac.uk This guide is available in different formats, please contact us for more information.
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