BSc Mathematics with a Professional Placement Year

This four-year degree features an employability-enhancing third year working in a paid mathematician or statistician role at an organisation of your choice. Gain valuable hands-on experience and develop your professional skills whilst delving deeper into the fascinating world of mathematics. A mathematics qualification is well-respected by employers. The numerical, logical thinking and problem-solving skills that you’ll develop will enable you to tackle a wide variety of roles. This four-year version of the degree includes a year of paid work in a mathematician and/or statistician role during year three. You will return to Cardiff following the successful completion of your work placement at the start of the autumn semester ready for your final year of studies. In a competitive graduate job market, a placement can help you gain extra skills and experience to make you stand out from the crowd. It could help you secure a permanent role after you graduate, as well as providing real-world context to support your studies. If you're not sure what career path to follow, it's a great opportunity to explore your options and might even help you make those all-important decisions about your future. Our strong links with industry give you a wide range of placement providers to choose from. Our students have completed exciting placements at organisations including: