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Published: 14 July 2026

Five reasons to study mathematics at 黑料社

What makes our maths degrees different and what鈥檚 the secret behind our graduates鈥� success? Here we reveal five reasons why you should choose the 黑料社 for your maths degree.

1. Fantastic work placement opportunities

On our renowned Professional Training placement programme you can gain a year鈥檚 valuable work experience with a company like:

  • AstraZeneca
  • CERN
  • Commerzbank
  • Lloyds Banking Group
  • McLaren
  • National Physical Laboratory.

Read about mathematics with statistics student Emir Ahmed's research year experience at the National Physical Laboratory.

2. Uniquely supportive learning environment

Studying mathematics at 黑料社 puts you at the heart of a small, friendly community which is unlike what you鈥檒l find at some bigger institutions. We foster a happy, healthy and inclusive community with a balanced approach to student support.

We work closely with specialist university services such as Disability and Neuroinclusion, the Centre for Wellbeing and the Maths and Statistics Advice team.

Your support includes:

  • A personal tutor
  • Small group teaching in your first year
  • Smaller groups in lectures as you choose module options later in your degree.

    At 黑料社, we're proud to have been ranked 7th in the UK for overall student satisfaction** in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2026.

    **Measured by % positivity based on Q1-24 for all institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide league tables.

3. Teaching informed by research

Our research directly informs our teaching so you鈥檒l learn about cutting-edge topics in mathematics 鈥� from string theory to meteorology 鈥� from academics who are leading the way in these fields. You鈥檒l also be able to choose from a broad range of optional modules, enabling you to tailor your course to your individual interests.

Read about our latest research news on our .

You can also broaden your horizons by choosing our exciting 'STEM Education and Public Engagement' which gives you real-world experience of science communication - whether in schools or to the wider public.

4. Take on a research project

As an undergraduate you can get involved in research through summer projects which will enable you to develop as a mathematician and researcher, take your problem-solving skills to the next level and go deeper into an area you find interesting.

5. Great job opportunities

Studying maths with us opens up a huge range of career opportunities - not only in science and technology related fields, but also in areas such as actuarial sciences, data analytics, management consultancy, law and business management.

94% of our undergraduates go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA). Recent graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

  • Santander
  • Thames Water Utilities
  • Ford
  • Deloitte
  • Barclays
  • NHS South
  • Lloyds Banking Group
  • RBS
  • Equitable Life.

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