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Mathematics with Foundation Year

University of Surrey

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Stag Hill

  • Study mode

    Sandwich / Placement

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary


Foundation courses

A foundation year can develop your skills and make it easier to get started at university. It is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. It’s a great option if:You don’t have the grades for a full degree courseYou have non-traditional qualifications or experienceYou’re starting university after some time away from educationYou’re looking for more support during the transition into university study.


Life as a foundation year student

During a foundation year you’ll learn about your chosen subject, develop your study skills and get used to university life. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree course.As a foundation year student, you’ll be a full student of the University and part of our community. You’ll have access to all our campus facilities and support.


Why choose this course

-Mathematics forms the basis of many aspects of modern life and has applications across the sciences, technology, finance and management.-Take the opportunity to get industry-ready with our award-winning Professional Training placements.-You’ll develop transferable skills such as creative problem-solving and logical reasoning, which are in great demand in a wide range of career sectors.-As a mathematics degree undergraduate at Surrey, you’ll be part of a vibrant, positive and friendly community. You’ll benefit from a personal tutor, small group teaching, and a lively, research-active learning environment.-You can get involved in research through a summer internship within our School of Mathematics and Physics.


What you will study

Our BSc and MMath Mathematics degree courses help you build on your existing knowledge and gain a strong foundation across the fundamentals of mathematics.You can choose to study for a BSc or opt for our MMath. The latter is a direct route to a masters qualification, known as an integrated masters, and enables you to delve deeper into advanced mathematics. It also provides a good foundation for further study at postgraduate level.In your first year, you will develop your fundamental mathematical knowledge and problem-solving skills by studying a range of mathematics. You will also learn mathematical programming using Python and have training in professional skills, such as effective teamwork and technical report writing.In your second year you’ll get to choose some of your modules, and in your third year, what you study is entirely your choice. Available modules in third year include Riemannian geometry, mathematical theory of data science, quantum mechanics, and mathematical ecology and epidemiology.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University of Surrey

University of Surrey

  • University League Table

    21st

  • Campus address

    University of Surrey - Stag Hill campus, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Mathematics

    22nd out of 65 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    128 54%

    37th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    13th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.20 80%

    32nd

    1

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