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MMath(,BSc) or BSc ?

Document distributed in the MMath/BSc/MSc Choice meeting in May 2011

The MMath,BSc and the MMath are 4-year Integrated Masters Programmes.

(Contrary to what the title suggests, this is a single undergraduate degree scheme.)

The BSc is a 3-year Bachelor Programme.

Please consult the Programme Catalogue to see which programmes the School of Mathematics offers.

At the end of Year 2, students in the Mathematics and in the Statistics Programme are asked to choose between the two options. Those students who do adequately well (normally an average of at least 58% in Year 2), have the option to continue with the MMath, BSc degree programme.

IMPORTANT. By making appropriate module choices, students can keep their option open between the MMath and the BSc into Year 3 (Information is distributed in the Programme Meetings), but need to inform the Maths Taught Student Office by the end of April of their third year the latest if they want to receive the BSc degree in the summer.

For programme details and requirements, please check the Programme Catalogue.

Why Choose Which?

Both, the BSc and the MMath, BSc degree in mathematics are very valuable qualifications for employment in a wide range of areas keen to recruit mathematics graduates, including actuarial work, banking, insurance, finance in general, teaching, operational research etc. However, for those who seek employment involving mathematical knowledge and skills – work with technological and scientific companies, research councils, etc – or who wish to undertake research work, the MMath,BSc is a stronger qualification. The MMath is also recommended to those who simply wish to delve deeper into mathematics. It is sometimes referred to as an Integrated Masters degree, considered as an undergraduate programme extended by one year to reach Masters level. It gives students the opportunity to experience both a wider and deeper mathematics curriculum, and the chance to undertake a substantial project.

Year Abroad Options.

BSc Year abroad Scheme. Students in Mathematics, Mathematical Studies, and Mathematics with Finance, who are doing adequately well on their programme (normally an average of at least 60 is required), have the opportunity to apply to study their third year abroad at a University in Europe or North America. They will come back to Leeds to complete their degree in their 4.year.

Note: In this option, students are required to do adequately well during their year abroad to receive the BSc – European/ American degree, but their grades abroad will not be included in the classification average.
MMath,BSc Year abroad Scheme. Students in the MMath,BSc programme who are doing adequately well (normally an average of at least 60 is required) also have the opportunity to apply to study their third year abroad at a University in Europe or North America. They will come back to Leeds to complete their degree in Year 4 as well.

Note: In this option, students will be given an average for their performance during the Year abroad, which will be included in their classification average.