Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Compulsory

Core, compulsory and guided elective

Level 4

Choose one module in Semester 1 and two modules in Semester 2

Guided elective

Compulsory for programme 'with Professional Placement' only

Level 5

Extramural year

Choose two modules in Semester 1 and three modules in Semester 2

Level 6

Structure

The BSc degree in Mathematics with Management comprises three years of full-time study, possibly augmented with a year-long placement or a year of study abroad. It forms part of a suite of programmes which are developed to introduce management subjects appropriately for Science and Engineering undergraduates. The programme includes the core elements of Mathematics in addition to a grounding into the critical and pertinent elements related to management, such as the fundamentals of management and economics for business, with a particular emphasis derived from the ethos of the School of Business and Management related to social justice, sustainability and good governance in the management of private, public and voluntary organisations.
The programme will develop practical skills and experience in the use and applications of mathematics and relate it to management. The programme develops high levels of competence and demonstrable skills in the core technical areas. The programme has been designed uniquely to allow students to undertake more management content in year 2 in order to develop the skills and understanding in this area, whilst also progressing technically. The first two years of the programme comprises 150 credits in Mathematics and 90 credits of Management. The 3rd year will allow students to explore more specialised applications in Mathematics, with a special emphasis on Statistics and Probability, and to demonstrate and consolidate the skills gained in a project, which can have a management as well as mathematical content.
The Management elements in the programme aim to develop critical analytical skills and introduce students to the core business subjects, whilst acknowledging that the students have strength in analytical and mathematical approaches. The programmes have been designed to support the students in developing a dual approach to both subject areas.
The mathematics component aims to offer as much flexibility as possible within a joint degree programme. Mathematics is a key analytical tool used in management and this programme aims to ensure that graduates have enough mathematical background to fully understand the mathematical tools used in management, whilst also appreciating the environment within which the mathematical analysis is applied. Statistics is used widely in business and management for informative decision-making; accordingly students can specialise in advanced statistics and probability.

appreciate  the strategic importance of business analytics and data to derive business knowledge and of business processes with an ability to document and understand them

Disciplinary skills

use e-mail for cooperation and the internet as a source of information, and have a sense of right and wrong ways of using these facilities

To connect information and ideas within their fields of study

Attributes

construct appropriate written mathematical arguments

Academic content

To understand how to gain insight into and utilise  the preferences, motivations, strengths of others

Appreciate the role and value of collaborative and team working

master basic management skills demonstrating timeliness and focus

manage time and work cooperatively with fellow students

comprehend fundamental concepts and techniques of calculus, linear algebra, probability, statistics and at least one additional main mathematical subject

understand the principles of business transformations

master basic business functions, organisational structures including an international dimension

To make concise, engaging and well-structured verbal presentations and explanations

discuss mathematical aspects of a practical problem presented by a manager

To be competent in active listening and in leading others

approach a practical management problem using knowledge of business management and mathematical modelling

Be able to give and receive feedback constructively

To be creative, self-motivated and self-aware and able to reflect on successes, failures and their own progress

analyse a problem within a mathematical context and select appropriate mathematical tools to solve it

acquired essential skills in the use of computers for word-processing and spreadsheet computing and the acquisition, manipulation and analysis of data

Develop knowledge and analytical skills that are transferable to employment including negotiation and communication skills

To engage critically with knowledge, and apply it in a rigourous way

utilise team working and project management skills to effectively work with colleagues on projects

To adapt their understanding and to apply their analytical skills to new and unfamiliar settings and problems

developed knowledge of business and project management techniques

utilise financial awareness for effective decision making in business and management

take notes, write up notes, plan revision, and learn independently

reason clearly, critically and with rigour within a mathematical context, both theoretical and practical

To use information for evidence-based decision-making and creative thinking

be fluent and accurate in basic numerical skills

To develop effective spoken and written English and to be able to communicate acquired knowledge

To use quantitative data confidently and competently

choose appropriate mathematical methods and understand how to apply them in practical management problems

Be able to conduct effective research into technical and management related topics

develop a business and management perspective informed by an ethos of social justice, corporate social responsibility and equality and diversity

Queen Mary has a central Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS) that offers support for all students with disabilities, specific learning difficulties and mental health issues. The DDS supports all Queen Mary students: full-time, part-time, undergraduate, postgraduate, UK and international at all campuses and all sites.  

Students can access advice, guidance and support in the following areas:
 • finding out if you have a specific learning difficulty like dyslexia;
 • applying for funding through the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA);
 • arranging DSA assessments of need;
 • special arrangements in examinations;
 • accessing loaned equipment (e.g. digital recorders);
 • specialist one-to-one "study skills" tuition;
 • ensuring access to course materials in alternative formats (e.g. Braille);
 • providing educational support workers (e.g. note-takers, readers, library assistants);
 • mentoring support for students with mental health issues and conditions on the autistic spectrum.

Each student is allocated a personal academic advisor, who acts as a first point of contact for general academic and pastoral support. Personal tuition is provided primarily through tutorial classes and visits to module organisers during their office hours, which are advertised on the web. Programme induction for new students begins during the enrolment period and extends into the first semester; it includes a series of presentations organised by the Education Services Team. Each programme is assigned a Programme Director and all teaching is overseen by the Education Committee, which includes the Programme Directors and is chaired by the Director of Education. Programmes are monitored continuously and reviewed every few years by the Education Committee.

International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level. We will consider either Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level.

International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level. We will consider either Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level. Offerings: All

Grades AAB at A-Level. This must include grade A or above in A-Level Mathematics. Excludes General Studies.

Grades AAB at A-Level. This must include grade A or above in A-Level Mathematics. Excludes General Studies. Offerings: All

Our standard contextual offer: BBB, including B in Maths at A-Level.

Our enhanced contextual offer: BBC, including B in Maths at A-Level.

More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found on our contextualised admissions page.

Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.

Our standard contextual offer: BBB, including B in Maths at A-Level.

Our enhanced contextual offer: BBC, including B in Maths at A-Level.

More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found on our contextualised admissions page.

Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered. Offerings: All

Minimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.

Minimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4. Offerings: All

We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics or Mathematics based discipline. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not make offers of study purely on the basis of meeting grade requirements.

We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics or Mathematics based discipline. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not make offers of study purely on the basis of meeting grade requirements. Offerings: All

Places are extremely competitive and we do not guarantee that you will be made an offer. You must typically have met the standard A-Level (or equivalent) requirements, in addition to achieving good grades throughout your current study of a closely related degree programme. Applications must be submitted via UCAS, and most programmes will only consider transfer applications if submitted before the first UCAS deadline of 15th January. Details of current modules and credits must be declared in your UCAS application and you must provide an academic reference from your current institution. Offers of study are typically made subject to suitable performance and modules throughout the first year of study, the conditions of which would be communicated in any offer. Please note, it is not possible to transfer to the final year of any programme. 

Places are extremely competitive and we do not guarantee that you will be made an offer. You must typically have met the standard A-Level (or equivalent) requirements, in addition to achieving good grades throughout your current study of a closely related degree programme. Applications must be submitted via UCAS, and most programmes will only consider transfer applications if submitted before the first UCAS deadline of 15th January. Details of current modules and credits must be declared in your UCAS application and you must provide an academic reference from your current institution. Offers of study are typically made subject to suitable performance and modules throughout the first year of study, the conditions of which would be communicated in any offer. Please note, it is not possible to transfer to the final year of any programme. Offerings: All

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Mathematics with Management BSc