Mathematics (Joint Honours)
Why choose this course?
- You can combine Mathematics with one or two other subjects for this joint honours degree, such as Accounting, Business Management, English, or Human Resource Management.
- We have received quality ratings of 'excellent' in the key areas of teaching mathematics, student support and learning resources.
- A maths degree will give you excellent employment prospects.
- Our staff are friendly and approachable.
- You will study in a safe and pleasant environment.
Fact file
UCAS code: Y002
Start date: September 2012
Course length: Full time - 3 years, or 4 with optional placement year. Also available part time
Campus: Kedleston Road site, Derby Campus
This course is available to international students
About this course
If you don't want to specialise in just one area, but enjoy two or three of your A-level subjects equally and want a mixture of skills to move your career on, a joint honours degree could be for you.
You can study Mathematics as either a minor or joint element of your joint honours degree.
The Mathematics pathways offer you the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of concepts in mathematics, statistics and operational research, and enable you to explore the use of maths within the modern world of business. You'll develop analytical problem-solving skills, communication skills and IT skills, working independently and as a member of a team. We have industry links which mean that you can work with locally-based international companies, integrating and applying your knowledge to practical real-life situations.
Our friendly and supportive 'drop-in' mathematics clinics are also there to help you.
What can I combine this programme with?
- BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in American Studies and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Applied Criminology and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Architectural Design and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Biology and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Business Management and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in Dance & Movement Studies and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in English and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Environmental Hazards and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Geology and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in History and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Human Resource Management and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in International Relations & Global Development and Mathematics
- BA (Hons) in Law and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Property Development
- BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Sociology
- BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Sport & Exercise Studies
- BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Theatre Studies
- BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Third World Development
- BA (Hons) in Professional Writing and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) in Zoology and Mathematics
What you will cover
Stage one
If you're on the major or joint pathway you should choose three or four modules including Calculus and Patterns of Problem Solving.
If you're on the minor pathway you should choose at least two modules including Calculus.
- Patterns of Problem Solving
- Analysis and Algebra
- Statistical Methods 1
- Physical Modelling
- Mathematical Software
- Calculus
Stage two
If you are on the major or joint pathway you should choose three or four modules including Mathematical Methods, Operational Research and Mathematical Group Project.
If you are on the minor pathway you should choose Operational Research and any other modules, from:
- Statistical Methods 2
- Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Group Project
- Mathematical Methods
- Mathematical Modelling
- Operational Research
Stage three - Optional placement year
Final stage
If you're on the major or joint pathway you should choose at least three modules, and if you're on the minor pathway choose two modules, from:
- Research Methods and Independent Studies in Mathematics - double module
- Process Modelling
- Modelling with Differential Equations
- Mathematical Programming Techniques
- Optimisation Techniques
Entry requirements
Our entry requirements are usually 260-300 UCAS points from A levels including Grade C at Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications, such as a BTEC National Diploma, Scottish Highers etc. If you've completed an Access/Foundation course, we also accept these qualifications.
UCAS tariff points are a guide and we will also consider all of the information that you've included in your application. We'll also want to see that you are enthusiastic and motivated to take this course and that you have the potential to benefit from coming to university.
How to apply
Fees and finance
Fees for 2013/14
This is a classroom based course.
UK/EU students
- Full time: £7,700 (each year)
- £965 per module (you usually take 18 of these modules in total)
International students
- Full time: £9,945 (per year)
*These fees apply if you're starting this course between September 2013 and August 2014. We recommend you check fee details with us though, as they can change. Costs can increase each year.
Careers and employability
Our maths graduates get great jobs!
A degree in Mathematics will open up a wide range of career opportunities to you. Our graduates have gone on to work in companies such as IBM, Microsoft, Rolls-Royce PLC and for the London Stock Exchange. Many go into teaching and lecturing, while others continue their studies through postgraduate research and masters courses.
Watch our graduate interviews and see where your degree could take you.
What our students say
"The Maths lecturers are really enthusiastic about what they're teaching and have a remarkable ability to relate the subject to everyday life, which really helps you to understand the concepts being taught."
Nick Morris
