BSc (Hons) Mathematics Bachelor's degree at Liverpool John Moores University
BSc (Hons) Mathematics at LJMU. You'll work with specialist options tailored to your interests and undertake an independent project that demonstrates your ability to tackle complex mathematical challenges.
About this course
BSc (Hons) Mathematics is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at LJMU, based in City Centre Campus. It runs 5 years, studied full-time.
For Mathematics graduates from this provider, 90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 50% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £25,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Mathematics, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Limited evidence Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 90% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 90% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Foundation Year 7 modules
- Foundation Mathematics for Engineering and Technology 1Core20 credits
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This module aims to provide you with the mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills which are required to use mathematics as an analytical tool in engineering and technology subjects.
- Foundation Mathematics for Engineering and Technology 2Core20 credits
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This module aims to build upon the material covered in Foundation Mathematics for Engineering and Technology 1 by exploring more advanced topics in Mathematics. This includes an introduction to elementary techniques in Calculus.
- ProgrammingCore10 credits
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This module will introduce you to the software development process in order to be able to use a range of computer programming environments and their applications. You will also be able to develop problem-solving skills in computing and wider engineering or technology areas.
- Algorithms and ComputingCore10 credits
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This module aims to provide an introduction to technical computing and the application of computers in the implementation of simple algorithms.
- Engineering and Technology PracticeCore20 credits
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This module aims to develop your practical skills by applying what you learn across the rest of the programme. It will provide an experience of planning, execution and report writing, as well as activities aimed at developing problem-solving skills.
- Introductory Foundation PhysicsCore20 credits
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The aim of this module is to provide basic knowledge of electricity mechanics, materials and waves for those who have not studied A-level physics to be able to study an engineering or technology degree.
- Additional Foundation PhysicsCore20 credits
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The aim of this module is to provide basic knowledge of mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, fields and electronics for those who have not studied A-level physics to be able to study an engineering or technology degree.
Year 1 6 modules
- Introduction to ModellingCore20 credits
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This module will introduce you to the concept of mathematical and statistical modelling of real-world problems. It will give you experience of building mathematical and statistical models.
- Data Exploration and AnalysisCore20 credits
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This module covers the exploratory analysis of datasets (including basic relational database skills to extract data from appropriate sources), the use of probability to handle uncertainty and develops techniques of hypothesis testing and confidence interval construction.
- Mathematical MethodsCore20 credits
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This module will provide the basic mathematical concepts and methods needed to solve a range of problems with scientific, business and statistical applications. You will be introduced to concepts of complex numbers and their application and introduced to methods for solving ordinary first and second order differential equations.
- Linear AlgebraCore20 credits
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This module provides you with the experience of using pencil-and-paper techniques and mathematical software to solve realistic problems in Linear Algebra.
- Mathematical Computer ProgrammingCore20 credits
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This module aims to develop programming and problem-solving skills to help prepare for work in mathematics and statistics.
- Fundamentals of MathematicsCore20 credits
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This module familiarises you with fundamental skills and mathematical techniques. It provides you with an appreciation of the concept of mathematical proof and give opportunities for practicing different proof techniques. It will also introduce you to mathematical writing. It will give you an appreciation in which historical context and cultures, fundamental mathematical concepts originated.
Year 2 8 modules
- Further Mathematical MethodsCore20 credits
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This module continues to build on mathematical methods and elements of discrete/finite mathematics which have increasing application in science, engineering and business decision-making.
- Statistical ModellingCore20 credits
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This module covers simple and multiple linear regression, basic one and two-way Analysis of Variance models, and the process of statistical modelling.
- Numerical MethodsCore20 credits
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The aim of this module is to develop an understanding of the need to analyse and interpret numerical solutions to problems. You will study and investigate the error of certain numerical methods and be provided with practical experience in the use of numerical methods and appropriate software.
- Probability and RiskCore20 credits
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This module will extend your knowledge of the use of probability models to introduce the use of simulation models in order to enable you to familiarise yourself with risk techniques through which can assist decision makers in making informed decisions in the face of uncertainty.
- Personal and Professional DevelopmentCore20 credits
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This module will familiarise you with the employment market and the expectations of employers, and develops employability skills. The module also develops advanced I.T. skills related to Mathematics and Statistics.
- Differential EquationsCore20 credits
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This module will build on differential equation theory that was introduced in Mathematical Methods. You will be introduced to systems of ordinary differential equations (ODEs) and determine how to solve linear autonomous systems of ODEs and to introduce the concepts of asymptotic theory as a tool for analytically approximating the solution of differential equations.
- Sandwich Year - MathematicsOptional120 credits
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The aim is to provide students with an extended period of work experience at an approved partner that will complement their programme of study at LJMU. This will give students the opportunity to develop professional skills relevant to their programme of study as well as the attitude and behaviours necessary for employment in a diverse and changing environment. This extended placement forms a key part of a sandwich degree. All placements need to be assessed and approved prior to commencement in l
- Study Year Abroad - MathematicsOptional120 credits
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The aim is to provide students with an additional year of study at an approved overseas partner that will complement their programme at LJMU. This is an additional year of full-time study at an approved higher education institution. The modules to be studied must be agreed in advance, and must be appropriate for the student's programme of study. Assuming successful completion of this year, mark-bearing credit will be awarded by the University Recognition Group. The grade conversion scale to be u
Year 3 7 modules
- Statistics in the WorkplaceCore20 credits
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This module aims to give you an experience of campus-based work related learning focusing on the role of a statistician in industry and how statistical methods are applied in both manufacturing and business.
- Advanced Calculus and Partial Differential EquationsCore20 credits
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This module aims to extend your mastery of calculus in application areas such as vectors, complex numbers transforms and series. It will demonstrate the use of functions of a complex variable to evaluate real integrals. It will extend theory introduced in Differential Equations at Level 5 and provide an introductory course on solving Partial Differential Equations (PDEs).
- ProjectCore40 credits
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The aim of this module is to develop and widen your experience of tackling a realistic problem, selected from the domain of your programme, by carrying out independent research to extend your ability to communicate the solution to a significant problem.
- Introduction to Data ScienceOptional20 credits
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This module gives an introduction to Data Science and aims to introduce you to the Data Science field, providing you with a wide range of methods and state-of-the-art technologies that are on demand in the job market.
- Multivariate Analysis and Time SeriesOptional20 credits
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This module enables you to explore the structure of multidimensional data sets. It will introduce you to inferential procedures using multivariate data. It will explore the structure of data in the form of a time series, and make forecasts of future observations that will arise in the time series.
- Operational ResearchOptional20 credits
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The aim of this module is to examine a wide range of operational research methods and your applicability to real-life problems encountered in business and industry.
- Mathematical BiologyOptional20 credits
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This module will teach the application of mathematical models to a variety of problems in biology and medicine. The aims of the module are to introduce mathematical models of biological systems and techniques for analysing them.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study core mathematical theory and methods across calculus, linear algebra, and probability in your first year, building rigorous foundations. Year 2 typically progresses to real and complex analysis, abstract algebra, and differential equations with modelling. By Year 3, you'll choose specialist areas such as pure mathematics, statistics and data, financial mathematics, applied and modelling, operational research, or an actuarial pathway. Alongside these, you'll normally study numerical methods and computation, and undertake independent project work or advanced option modules. The course structure moves from fundamental theory through increasingly specialist options to culminate in deeper engagement with your chosen area.
Who it's for
You're suited to this course if you enjoy abstract reasoning and have found mathematical patterns and proofs engaging at A-level or equivalent. You'll thrive if you're curious about *why* mathematical structures work, not just how to apply formulas. This degree suits those considering careers in quantitative fields, actuarial work, data science, software development, or academic research, or those simply committed to deepening their mathematical knowledge. The full-time five-year structure demands sustained focus and self-direction; you'll be comfortable working through challenging problem sets and reflecting on your own progress. You'll benefit from a structured curriculum that guides you toward specialisation while preserving flexibility to explore interests as they emerge.
Careers & job market
Across Mathematics courses nationally, 89% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating, with 75% in highly skilled roles or continuing their education. Graduate earnings figures (national, across the sector) show starting salaries of £27,000–£34,000 at 15 months, rising to £32,300–£45,600 after five years. These figures reflect the full spectrum of Mathematics graduate destinations; your own outcomes depend on your choices, experience, and the specific roles you pursue. The university offers careers guidance and support; check their website for details of employer links and placement opportunities available alongside your studies.
University & format
This is a five-year full-time BSc (Hons) degree taught in English at Liverpool John Moores University, a public university based at its City Centre Campus. The course is delivered by a recognised UK degree-awarding body and is nationally recognised. Liverpool John Moores holds a Silver award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' Teaching Excellence Framework 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 100% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at LJMU →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
We only display a named award when its provider source identifies the award and who it is for.
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Careers & earnings
What Mathematics graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £25,000 | £22,000 – £30,000 | 25 |
| 3 years after | £25,000 | £21,000 – £30,500 | 80 |
| 5 years after | £30,000 | £24,500 – £36,500 | 85 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in mathematics · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Mathematics nationally
National figures for Mathematics graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Mathematics courses at the same study level.
Compared with 421 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Administrative occupationsSOC 2020 41 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £27,006
- Information Technology ProfessionalsSOC 2020 213 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £55,357
- Finance ProfessionalsSOC 2020 242 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £47,173
- Business and public service associate professionalsSOC 2020 35 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £38,760
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 30; response rate: 65%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Mathematics graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Mathematics graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Banks & insurers
- Consultancies
- Government statistics
- Tech companies
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Mathematics graduates.
Mathematics Expert - 34877TuringMathematics Academic Mentor (Secondary School)Ribbons and Reeves LimitedMathematics Graduate Get into IT and Data Analytics Royston HertsProxime LimitedMathematics Department Lead for Strategic ExcellenceSupply Star Recruitment LimitedMathematicsHaysIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £25,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.1 out of 10: NSS 92.6% · in work or study 90% · continued 90%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Liverpool John Moores University
Mathematical sciences across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around City Centre Campus
5,301 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Mathematics right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to LJMU from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by LJMU; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check LJMU’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with LJMU and gov.uk before you apply.
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