Mathematics with Business
BSc(Hons)
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
Full-time: 3 years
Sandwich: 4 years
UCAS code G1N1
Professional accreditation
This programme will meet the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation, awarded by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, when it is followed by subsequent training and experience.
About the course
A degree in mathematics or statistics is one of the best choices for a career in business and this specialist degree develops the skills needed to analyse and solve the complex problems faced by modern business. The course involves a strong grounding in fundamental mathematics and detailed study of techniques related to analysing management information, marketing and business operations.
Typical entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2013. Individual offers may vary
A-levels:
ABB. Must include grade B in mathematics at A-level. Free-standing mathematics units are excluded. Applicants with only two full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis.International Baccalaureate:
34 points, specified subjects.QAA-approved access course:
individual assessment.GCSE (minimum grade C):
at least three subjects including mathematics and English language.Foundation degree/HND
direct to years 2 or 3. HNC may also count towards direct entry.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.For equivalent international qualifications
We can help you meet our English language entry requirements
For help meeting English language requirements contact our
Language Institute.We can help you meet our academic entry requirements
For help meeting academic entry requirements contact our
International College.If you cannot find your country listed, please email admissions@brighton.ac.uk
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Course content
Course structure
For the first two years of the course, the emphasis is on developing essential knowledge and techniques in mathematics and business. This provides a solid foundation for later specialisation in the final year.
At the beginning of the second year, you may opt for the four-year degree which involves undertaking a paid work placement in year 3. Our dedicated placements unit identifies suitable employers and will support you during all stages of your placement. The placement enables you to use your accumulating specialist skills on real projects in a leading organisation.
In the final year you can chose the modules that interest you most. You also undertake a major individual project supervised by an academic member of staff.
Areas of study
There are three main subject groups: core mathematical skills covering areas such as algebra and calculus; mathematical topics including statistics, decision mathematics and probability; and business-related modules in marketing, accounting and economics. In the final year you can choose topics from a wide range of options.
A wide range of computer packages are used for modelling and statistical analysis and there is a strong focus on presentation skills and communication. Some of the work is done in groups, producing realistic solutions to practical business problems. The final year includes a major project.
Syllabus
Years 1 and 2
Discrete Mathematics
Linear Algebra
Probability and Statistical Inference
Mathematical Analysis
Statistical Computing
Accounting for Business
Exploratory Data Analysis
Marketing
Information Systems
Economics
Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource ManagementOptional placement year
Final year
Module Options include:
Topics in Abstract Algebra
Non-linear Optimisation
Graph Theory and Applications
Topology
Decision Support
Foundations of Mathematics
Functions of a Complex Variable
Time Series and Forecasting
Medical Statistics
Statistical Modelling
The Mathematics of Finance
History and Philosophy of Mathematics
Partial Differential Equations
Cost Management
Marketing Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management
Consumer Psychology
Game Theory in Finance
Management and Cost Accounting
Retail Marketing
Electronic Commerce
Consumer Research
You can view the programme specification for this course as a PDF file by clicking on the link below:
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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 and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
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.
What's included in the fee?
When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.
You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.
Our website www.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 with Business [J4EG024] UK/EU 9,000 GBP Island Students 9,000 GBP International 12,500 GBP If you choose to take the professional placement (sandwich) year offered on this course you will pay a reduced fee during this year. Our fee for the professional placement year is currently £750 for Home and Island Students and £1,760 for International students. This fee may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
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Location
Location
Moulsecoomb Located to the north of Brighton city centre, the Moulsecoomb campus offers students an excellent learning environment and a wide range of facilities. It is the largest of our five campuses with over 8,000 students.
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Living in Brighton
Brighton’s rich mix of historic architecture, lively arts scene, varied shopping and cosmopolitan community make it a vibrant, enjoyable place to live. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.
Social scene
Alongside the traditional seaside attractions, Brighton is famed for its exciting social scene with a wide choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants.
Arts
The highlight of the city’s cultural year is the Brighton Festival. The event is held each May and is England’s biggest arts festival, which showcases arts and performance from around the world. Brighton is also home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, the Duke of York’s, which shows alternative and mainstream films. The city is also well known for its exciting music scene and hosts The Great Escape music festival.
Sports
Whether you take your sport seriously or just want to keep fit, Brighton offers all kinds of sports opportunities and facilities, on and off campus. You can also make the most of the location, and play volleyball, basketball and windsurfing down by the beach. The seafront is also the finishing point for the famous London – Brighton bicycle ride and the quirky veteran car run.
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Career opportunities
The variety of career opportunities is a major attractions of any mathematical degree. Graduates can choose to use their core skills in whichever area of business or industry appeals to them - in fact, in any area where analytical skills are highly valued: marketing, manufacturing, finance, government departments and computer software houses.
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