Mathematics and Business BSc(Hons)

  • Overview

    Graduates in mathematics are highly sought after for their ability to analyse and solve problems in a variety of contexts relevant to modern society. The mathematics strand covers key mathematical concepts and their practical applications with an emphasis on problem solving and communication. This course is taught at our Hastings campus.

    During the course you will hone your problem-solving skills and become adept at research and evaluation, strategy planning and resource management - excellent qualities for a career in business or management.

    Your lecturers have many years' experience delivering high quality education and combine strong industrial experience with current research activity.

    Course duration Help

    Full-time: 3 years

    Part-time: 6 - 7 years

    UCAS code GN11 (campus code U)

  • Course content

    Course structure

    The course is delivered through seminars, lectures and some computer practical classes. You will be assessed through coursework and exams, group work and presentations, case studies and written assignments. In the second year, you will have the opportunity of a work placement matching an area of personal interest, which your tutor will help you to find.

    Areas of study

    In the mathematics strand, the first two years develop fundamental concepts in continuous and discrete mathematics. In continuous mathematics, calculus is developed and applied in different areas. In discrete mathematics, there is an emphasis on understanding mathematical structures and reasoning. In the final year, students can choose from a range of options which either apply the knowledge gained in the first two years or explore a mathematical topic in greater depth.

    In the business strand, you will study the underpinning concepts of business during your first year. The following years will provide opportunities to develop your understanding and skills for planning and running a successful business.

    Syllabus

    Year1
    Mathematical Skills
    Discrete Mathematics and Algebra
    Understanding Organisations
    Business Environment
    Approaches to Learning
    Subject Approaches

    Year 2
    Multivariable and Numerical Methods
    Linear Mathematics
    Business Decision Making
    Managing Business Strategy
    Learning through Practice
    Research practices

    Year3
    Human Resource Management
    Marketing
    Dissertation/project

    Maths options including:
    Graph Theory
    Topology
    Mathematics of Finance
    Complex Variables
    History and Philosophy

  • Entry requirements

    Typical entry requirements Help
    individual offers may vary

    A-levels:
    BBC including maths. Applicants with only two full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis.

    International Baccalaureate:
    30 points.

    QAA-approved access course:
    acceptable.

    GCSE (minimum grade C):
    at least three subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.

    Foundation degree/HND
    direct to years 2 or 3.

    For non-native speakers of English:
    IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.

  • Location

    Location Help Hastings

  • Career opportunities

    The variety of career opportunities is a major attraction of any mathematically oriented degree. Graduates can use their core skills in whichever area of business or industry appeals to them or where analytical skills are highly valued: marketing, manufacturing, finance, government departments and computer software houses.

    Graduates are well equipped to work in the field of business and management, or to pursue further study at masters level or a specialist professional qualification.

    Visit the careers centre website.

  • Fees and costs

    The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

    The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

    To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

    Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

    BSc(Hons) Mathematics and Business  [U2EG005]
    UK/EU (Full Time)9,000 GBP
    Island Students (Full Time)9,000 GBP
    International (Full Time)10,500 GBP

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