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Undergraduate 2027

Undergraduate 2025

BSc | Undergraduate

Mathematics and Computer Science

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Entry year : Academic Year 2027/28

Entry requirements : AAB/A*BB

Attendance : 3 years (Full-time) \

UCAS Code : GG41

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Mathematics is the universal language of science while computer science is the study of the hardware and algorithms that are used in modern computer systems. Since many of the early pioneers of computer science, for instance Alan Turing, were mathematicians it is not surprising that these two subjects are closely related. This is a three-year joint degree programme, in conjunction with the School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, that combines the study of the two subjects at each level.

In the 2025 National Student Survey Mathematics at QUB was ranked top out of the Russell group of universities with an overall satisfaction score of 85%.HEFCE National Student Survey.

Course highlights

Global Opportunities

We participate in the IAESTE and Turing student exchange programmes, which enable students to obtain work experience in companies and universities throughout the world.

Industry Links

All students in the school have the option to include a year in industry as part of their studies. This is a fantastic opportunity to see mathematics and computer science at work in the real world, and to enhance your career prospects at the same time. Several local financial services companies (including Clarus FT, Effex Capital and AquaQ Analytics) were founded by our graduates.

Career Development

87% of Maths students are in graduate employment or further study 15 months after graduation (11th in the UK)

World Class Facilities

A new Teaching Centre for Mathematics and Physics opened in September 2016. This provides a dedicated space for teaching within the School. Facilities for mathematics include new lecture and group-study rooms, a new student social area and state-of-the-art computer facilities. Computer Science teaching takes place in the iconic Bernard Crossland building on the Malone Road, just a short walk from the Mathematics department. The building was recently refurbished at a cost of £14M, and houses standard computer and lecture rooms as well as laboratories and break-out spaces.

Internationally Renowned Experts

The School of Mathematics and Physics is a large school with staff from 13 countries, including UK, US, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Bulgaria, Russia, Argentina, Cuba, Germany, China, Greece, Kenya, Niger, The Netherlands and Romania. Many of our staff are leading international experts in their fields of mathematical research. In the 2021 REF peer-review exercise, Mathematics Research had the 11th highest impact in the UK.\ \ Thus the ethos of the School is one of excellence in research informing excellence in teaching.

Student Experience

Many students find the transition from school to university somewhat daunting. In order to help with this transition, Mathematics students have introduced a Peer Mentoring scheme that is generally regarded as one of the most effective in the University. As well as providing a forum for first year students to obtain support, it also provides mentors with transferable skills which will increase graduate employment opportunities.

School has the 3rd highest postgraduate research student satisfaction in the university.

In the 2025 National Student Survey Mathematics at QUB was ranked top out of the Russell group of universities with an overall satisfaction score of 85%.

Further Study Opportunities

Placement Year \ Students can take an optional placement year between years 2/3 of their course. Completion of an approved placement will be acknowledged in your final degree certificate with the addition of the words "with placement year".

After graduating I joined Allstate (in Chicago and Belfast) to work as a Predictive Modeller. Two years ago I moved to my current position. Unlike some careers, I am given the opportunity to put into practice what I have learned at university daily, whether that is computer programming, critical thinking, problem solving or presenting. Many of the courses I studied at Queen’s are fundamental for my day to day work: my notes from these courses still sit on my desk!\ \ Padraic Sheerin - Vice President, Data Science at Pramerica (Prudential Financial), Ireland

I always loved mathematics at school, and my heart was set on going to Queen’s. It was the perfect choice for me because the university fully allowed me to explore my passion for mathematics. For me, Pure mathematics was what I enjoyed the most. Although the material was challenging, it was also very interesting, and that intrigue is what kept my passion so strong throughout my degree. Among my friends from school, I was one of the few that actually enjoyed what I was studying at university!\ \ Alongside my degree, I was involved in setting up a mentoring scheme within mathematics at Queen’s. Its purpose was to help ease the transition between school and university for first year students and it is now recognised as one of the most successful mentoring schemes of its kind. It is definitely worth getting involved in it if you decide to study here!\ \ Ryan Glass (BSc Maths, Mathematics Teacher)

The lecturers for Maths are fantastic. People who are incredibly enthusiastic about what they are teaching and about their own research fields.\ Everyone I know who was in my year got solid (well-paid) jobs or post-graduate degrees within a year of graduating.\ \ Michael Hart (MSci Mathematics 2019)

After graduating I joined Allstate (in Chicago and Belfast) to work as a Predictive Modeller. Two years ago I moved to my current position. Unlike some careers, I am given the opportunity to put into practice what I have learned at university daily, whether that is computer programming, critical thinking, problem solving or presenting. Many of the courses I studied at Queen’s are fundamental for my day to day work: my notes from these courses still sit on my desk!\ \ Padraic Sheerin - Vice President, Data Science at Pramerica (Prudential Financial), Ireland

I always loved mathematics at school, and my heart was set on going to Queen’s. It was the perfect choice for me because the university fully allowed me to explore my passion for mathematics. For me, Pure mathematics was what I enjoyed the most. Although the material was challenging, it was also very interesting, and that intrigue is what kept my passion so strong throughout my degree. Among my friends from school, I was one of the few that actually enjoyed what I was studying at university!\ \ Alongside my degree, I was involved in setting up a mentoring scheme within mathematics at Queen’s. Its purpose was to help ease the transition between school and university for first year students and it is now recognised as one of the most successful mentoring schemes of its kind. It is definitely worth getting involved in it if you decide to study here!\ \ Ryan Glass (BSc Maths, Mathematics Teacher)

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