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Mathematics and Philosophy BSc (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Learn to approach abstract problems in a reasoned, logical way. Choose from a huge range of options that introduce you to major thinkers and ask fundamental questions to challenge your understanding of the world.


Hone your talent for abstract, logical reasoning as you tackle fundamental questions and challenge your understanding of the world around us.

This dual honours degree introduces you to essential maths skills and major schools of thought. Together these will create a varied, powerful box of tools which you’ll apply to increasingly complex problems – exploring aspects such as logic, ethics and politics, feminism, the arts and death.Some module options include more project work, and many give you the chance to put your mathematics skills into practice in different contexts and scenarios. By the time you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and experience to follow any number of career paths.


Why study this course?

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Leading maths research

- 96% of our research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.-


Become an expert in solving problems

- this dual course equips you with the ability to combine abstract and logical thinking, and approach challenges from new perspectives.-


Tailor your degree

- optional mathematics and philosophy modules, allowing you to focus on the areas you enjoy the most.-


Welcoming community for everyone

- we have an active student society (SUMS), regular maths challenges, and a dedicated LGBT+ student group for maths students. The Department of Philosophy is rated 1st in the Russell Group for student voice, and 3rd in the Russell Group for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

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Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Mathematics

    30th out of 65 3

    18th out of 47 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 234
    159 68%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    40th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    26th

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    151 72%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    21st

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    21st

    3

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