Mathematics BSc (Hons) degree
4 years full-time with placement year or 3 years full-time
- Typical offer
- AAA or A*AB Entry requirements
- Fees for 2025-26 (per academic year)
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UK: £9,250International: £23,950Fees
- UCAS codes
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4 years full-time with placement year: G1013 years full-time: G100
- Start date
- October 2025
- Institute code
- L79
- Subject area
- Mathematical Sciences
Overview
Our Mathematics BSc (Hons) degree provides a balanced study of the most important aspects of mathematics so that you can achieve a thorough understanding of the fundamentals to help prepare you for a successful career.
Mathematics is an exciting subject which is not only fascinating to study in its own right but also underpins a great variety of endeavours such as science, commerce and industry.
A mathematics degree is actively sought by employers and opens many doors to subsequent employment and further study. Its study gives students the numerical abilities, logical thinking and analytical skills that are crucial to the success of diverse organisations within commerce, banking and finance, management an industry. Through innovative teaching we equip our students with these skills while also opening up the many facets of this rich and stimulating discipline.
Over the first two years of our BSc Mathematics degree you will study the core aspects of mathematics, including analysis, linear algebra, geometry, probability and statistics, complex variables, mechanics and calculus of variations. In your final year you will undertake an individual project or report, and choose from wide-ranging options spanning pure and applied mathematics, enabling you to tailor the course to your particular interests.
What's the difference between MMath and BSc?
Our BSc Mathematics degree will equip you with the numerical abilities, logical thinking and analytical skills required to work in a diverse range of roles within a range of organisations. If you have a desire to work as a professional mathematician in industry, commerce, or higher education, or pursue a research career, the MMath course will provide you with the more advanced level of study needed to work towards your aims.
Progress on the MMath course is dependent on a high level of attainment at the end of Years 1 and 2. Transfer to the MMath course from the BSc course may also be possible for students performing sufficiently well.
The MMath and BSc courses in Mathematics are the same over Years 1 and 2.
Why you should choose us
Why you should study this course
Active in high-quality research across the broad spectrum of mathematics, the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Loughborough enjoys an international reputation and has attracted staff and students from all over the world, making it a diverse and stimulating environment in which to study.
The Department of Mathematical Sciences is a member of the London Mathematical Society Good Practice Scheme. The department actively strives to promote equality of opportunity for all students and staff.
The Department of Mathematical Sciences is located in the Schofield Building, which is based centrally on the University campus. The building has recently undergone a £4.3 million refurbishment to equip it with dedicated resources for mathematics students.
As a student within the Department of Mathematical Sciences you will benefit from 24/7 access to state-of-the-art computer labs in the Schofield Building and also from our co-location with the Mathematics Learning Support Centre.
The course carries the option of undertaking a year-long placement or a year abroad studying at one of our partner institutions.
This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and Its Applications (IMA).
What you'll study
Excited to learn more? For a taster of what you can expect to study on our BSc Mathematics degree, take a sneak preview of some of the modules you may have the opportunity to study below.
The information below is intended as an example only, featuring module details for the current year of study. Modules are reviewed on an annual basis and may be subject to future changes – revised details will be published through Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. Please also see Terms and Conditions of Study for more information.
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
Computing and Numerical Methods
The aims of this module are to introduce elementary numerical methods and associated theory, to teach students how to implement numerical methods on the computer and to gain experience in interpreting numerical results.
Semester 1
Compulsory
Analysis 1
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce the notion of convergence as this applies to sequences and series
- to introduce the notion of continuous function of one real variable
- to provide a firm basis for future modules in which the idea of convergence and continuity is used
- to help students recognize the necessity and power of rigorous argument
Linear Algebra 1
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce basic ideas of vector spaces
- to introduce linear transformations and explain their relationship to matrices
- to provide the basic methods of linear algebra for other modules throughout all mathematics-based programmes
Mathematical Thinking
The aims of this module are:
- to develop logical skills
- to provide students with an appropriate language for the study of mathematics
- to introduce different types of mathematical proof
Mathematical Methods 1
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce basic ideas of differential calculus and integration
- to provide practice in common techniques used in mathematical applications
- to provide the basic background material for all mathematics-based programmes
Introductory Probability and Statistics
The aims of this module are to:
- introduce students to the basic concepts of probability and statistics.
- illustrate the relevance of these concepts to practical problem solving.
A part aim for this module is to enable students to become aware of and develop their academic, professional and personal skills through Personal Best. Personal Best is a development programme available to all students at Loughborough University.
Semester 2
Compulsory
Analysis 2
The aims of this module are:
- to give a rigorous introduction to the analytical theory underpinning calculus for functions of one real variable
- to develop the basic ideas of real analysis in several variables
Linear Algebra 2
The aim of this module is to develop further the main concepts of linear algebra.
Geometry and Groups
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce elements of analytic geometry of conics and quadrics
- to introduce the elements of group theory
- to study basic examples of groups
Mathematical Methods 2
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce basic ideas of differentiation and integration in several variables and differential equations
- to illustrate some of the connections between differential calculus and applications
Mechanics
The aims of this module are to introduce the basic ideas of kinematics and particle dynamics, connecting the mathematics with physical applications.
A part aim for this module is to enable students to become aware of and develop their academic, professional and personal skills through Personal Best. Personal Best is a development programme available to all students at Loughborough University.
Semester 1
Compulsory
Analysis 3
The aims of this module are:
- to give students some real understanding of mathematical concepts involved in higher dimensional calculus
- to prove theorems involving functions in more than one dimension
Rings and Polynomials
The aims of this module are to:
- introduce students to the theory of rings, in particular rings of polynomials over a field
- explain important computational methods for polynomials of one or several variables
Mathematical Methods 3
The aim of this module is:
- to give an introduction to advanced mathematical methods underpinning mathematics-based programmes
- to provide further practice in common techniques used in mathematical applications
- to introduce Fourier series and Laplace transforms
Probability Theory
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce basic concepts and methods of probability theory
- to provide the requisite theoretical background for later probability and statistics modules
Introduction to Differential Geometry
The aim of this module is to introduce the basic ideas and methods of the classical differential geometry of curves and surfaces in three-dimensional Euclidean space.
Optional
An Introduction to Mathematics Education
The aims of this module are to:
- raise students' awareness of the nature of mathematics and how this can affect learning and teaching
- introduce students to what it means to learn and teach mathematics
- encourage them to reflect critically on their own experiences
- consider issues that are central to effective education in mathematics
Applied Statistics
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce fundamental statistical concepts
- to introduce statistical methods and associated theory for design and analysis of studies and experiments
- to develop statistical software skills
- to reinforce skills regarding the interpretation of statistical analyses
Advanced Numerical Methods
The aim of this module is to give a theoretical and practical knowledge of numerical methods for the approximation of ordinary and partial differential equations.
University-wide Language Programme
This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.
Semester 2
Compulsory
Communicating Mathematics
The module aims to develop students' ability to communicate mathematical content clearly and in a manner that is appropriate to the target audience.
Complex Analysis
The aim of this module is to introduce students to the classical results in the theory of analytic functions of a complex variable.
ODEs and Calculus of Variations
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce the main ideas and techniques of the qualitative theory of ODEs and the Calculus of Variations
- to teach students how to apply these ideas and techniques to the study of systems of ODEs and variational problems
Analytical Dynamics
The aims of this module are to introduce the students to the basic notions and methods of classical analytical dynamics.
Elements of Topology
The aim of this module is to give a grounding in the central ideas of topology, sufficient for the main applications in geometry, analysis and mathematical physics.
Optional
Galois Theory
The aim of this module is to explore fundamental algebraic structures and their connection to solving equations.
Statistical Modelling
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce fundamental statistical modelling concepts
- to introduce associated theories for statistical inference
- to develop statistical software skills
- to reinforce skills regarding the interpretation of statistical analyses
University-wide Language Programme
This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.
Mathematics Project pathway
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
BSc Mathematics Project
The aims of this module are:
- to develop oral and written communication skills
- to give the students the experience of working independently on a topic in mathematics or its applications
Mathematics Report pathway
Semester 2
Compulsory
Mathematics Report
The aims of this module are to develop oral and written communication skills through writing and presenting an individual report, and for students to have the opportunity to learn unfamiliar topics in mathematics largely independently.
Both pathways
Semester 1
Optional
Formal Languages and Theory of Computation
This module provides an introduction to the mathematical theory of formal languages - i.e. sets of sequences of symbols.
It is the primary goal of the module to develop a student's knowledge of various concepts of defining formal languages, and to raise awareness of their relation to a range of fields of application, such as data mining, programming languages and natural language processing.
In addition, the module shall explain the intrinsic connection of formal language theory to the mathematical foundations of computer science, thus deepening a student's understanding of the nature of computation.
Introduction to Algebraic Geometry
The aims of this module are to:
- introduce the basics of algebraic geometry
- compare the structure of affine and projective varieties
- analyse examples and their properties including dimension and singularities
Number Theory
The aim of this module is to provide students with fundamental methods of classical number theory and some of its diverse applications.
Introduction to Dynamical Systems
The aim of this module is to introduce students to the notions and methods of the theory of dynamical systems with an emphasis on its applications.
Asymptotic Methods
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce the concept of small and large parameters in equations and how they can be exploited to simplify difficult mathematical problems
- to introduce a wide range of approximation techniques to analyse differential equations and integrals
Operational Research
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce students to the nature of operational research and its techniques
- to study linear programming, its applications and associated algorithms
Graph Theory
The aims of this module are to introduce students to modern concepts and methods of combinatorics and graph theory.
Stochastic Methods in Finance
The aims of this module are:
- to provide students with a rigorous mathematical introduction to the modern financial theory of security markets in discrete and continuous time models
- to give students a solid theoretical background in the derivatives industry in discrete and continuous time models
Functional Analysis
The aim of this module is to create awareness of the power and range of abstract mathematical concepts through a basic introduction to the methods of functional analysis.
Bayesian Statistics and Markov Chain Monte Carlo Methods
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce Bayesian statistics;
- to study posterior distributions and their properties;
- to discuss applications of Bayesian statistics to a range of data sets.
University-wide Language Programme
This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.
Semester 2
Optional
Medical Statistics
The aims of this module are to reinforce students' skills in interpreting statistical tests and using statistical software, and to introduce the methods and theory for the design and analysis of medical trials.
Statistics for Large Data
The aim of this module is:
- to introduce both supervised and unsupervised methods for learning from data
- to introduce methods of dimensionality reduction
- to introduce the R statistical programming language for implementing methods using real data
Studies in Science and Mathematics Education
The aims of the module are:
- to develop a range of skills within students and provide an early introduction to teaching for those interested in pursuing it, or a related field, as a career.
- to develop confidence and competence in communicating their subject.
- to provide opportunities to devise and develop science and mathematics projects and teaching methods appropriate to the age and ability of those the student is working with.
Advanced Complex Analysis
The aims of this module are to introduce students to more advanced complex variable methods and demonstrate how these can be applied to sum series, evaluate integrals and define special functions.
Representation Theory
The aims of this module are to:
- introduce the group representations as symmetries of vector spaces
- examine the special characteristics of the category of representations
- help students appreciate and use the connections between different areas of mathematics
Linear Differential Equations
The aims of this module are:
- that students gain familiarity with linear ODEs with non-constant coefficients
- to introduce linear PDEs with constant and non-constant coefficients
Vibrations and Waves
The aim of this module is to investigate physical phenomena that involve vibrations and waves using appropriate mathematical tools.
Elliptic Curves
The aims of this module are to:
- introduce students to the geometry of elliptic curves
- illustrate the difference between complex geometry and Diophantine geometry over the rational numbers
Game Theory
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce rigorous mathematical tools which are useful in economics analysis
- to give students a solid mathematical background in game theoretic models
Computational Methods in Finance
This module aims to:
- introduce numerical methods and associated theory for modelling of financial options
- teach students how to implement such numerical methods on computers
- gain experience in interpreting numerical results
Mathematical Biology
The aims of this module are:
- to introduce some mathematical models of biological systems and various techniques for analysing them
- to enable students to appreciate how mathematics can be used to model biological systems
University-wide Language Programme
This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.
Opportunity to learn new languages
You can give your degree an international edge by taking credit-bearing language modules as part of your course.
The University Language Centre provides a range of modules in French, German, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese from beginners' level upwards. You may take these language modules as part of your degree, enter the programme at your level of competence and work upwards one semester at a time.
Through your language modules you will practise a range of transferable skills, from face-to-face communication and presentation skills, to producing multi-media materials, you will develop skills in your chosen language in small, interactive classes, and will gain greater cultural competence as you move up the levels.
How you'll study
A variety of study methods are used on this course. Coursework is based on a variety of tasks including individual essays, projects, group work and presentations.
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Independent study
- Group work
- Supervision
- Workshops
- Laboratory work
How you'll be assessed
A variety of assessment methods are used on this course.
Depending on the nature of the material, some modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination (for example 25% coursework and 75% examination), whilst other modules are assessed 100% by coursework or 100% by examination.
Placement year
A professional placement year is an excellent way to add value to your degree.
It enables you to put your skills and knowledge into and giving you substantial industry experience that can really help your CV stand out in the competitive market for graduate jobs.
A variety of industrial, commercial and research companies have received our students in recent years and good relations have been established between these companies and the Mathematical Sciences Department. Advantica, Ernst & Young, IBM, Aston Martin Lagonda, ICI, Hitachi and GSK are some examples of the companies where our students have recently completed placements.
We are able to assist you to obtain suitable placements but the final responsibility rests with you.
Additional award
This course comes with the option to undertake a professional placement for a year, at the end of which you will gain a Diploma in Professional Studies (DPS). This is an additional award to the final qualification you will receive once you have successfully completed this course.
Featured placement year companies
Students from the Department of Mathematical Sciences have found some amazing placements working with a variety of organisations, including: Accenture, PwC, Siemens, Amazon, BMW, Disney (Paris), Rolls-Royce, the NHS, Morgan Stanley, L'Oreal, Lloyds Banking Group, IBM, the Office For National Statistics, Xerox, the Bank of England, Birmingham City FC, Deloitte, GlaxoSmithKline, Aston Martin, Fujitsu, ICI, and Deutsche Bank.
Study abroad
If you are interested in travelling whilst you study, there are options to study overseas with our partner universities. By choosing this course you'll have the option to take advantage of this exciting opportunity, giving you the chance to not only experience new cultures and visit exciting destinations, but also to expand your learning experience. The length of a study abroad placement would be confirmed by your School or Department.
Additional award
This course comes with the option to study abroad for a year, at the end of which you will gain a Diploma in International Studies (DIntS). This is an additional award to the final qualification you will receive once you have successfully completed this course.
Where you'll study
The Department of Mathematical Sciences is located in the Schofield Building, which is based centrally on the University campus. The building has recently undergone a £4million refurbishment to equip it with dedicated resources for mathematics students.
In addition, our students are able to get one-to-one drop-in support with the challenging maths you may encounter at university through our Mathematics Learning Support Centre.
The Department of Mathematical Sciences hosts a variety of seminars, guest lectures and other events that allow you to explore fascinating areas of mathematics. In addition to our Christmas lecture each year, the Department hosts the annual Sir David Wallace lecture that in recent years has seen such esteemed mathematicians and physicists as Sir Michael Atiyah, Cedric Villani and Sir Michael Berry delivering stimulating public lectures on campus.
Entry requirements
To learn more about the qualifications we typically accept, please select your country from the drop-down menu below.
General entry requirements
The entry requirements for each course should be read alongside the University’s general entry requirements which give further details on acceptable subjects, alternative UK and international qualifications and minimum English language requirements.
Contextual admissions
The University’s admissions process uses contextual information to provide insights into the context in which your academic qualifications have been achieved. This may influence the typical offers listed below.
United Kingdom
- Typical A level offer
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AAA including Maths or A*AB including A* in Maths
We recognise the benefit of STEP/MAT/TMUA in demonstrating your aptitude to study Mathematics at a higher level. While we do not generally include them as part of our offer conditions, they may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.
- Typical IB offer
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37 (6,6,6 HL) including HL Maths or 37 (7,6,5 HL) including 7 in HL Maths
- Typical BTEC offer
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BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus A Level Maths at grade A, or
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate D* plus AA in 2 A Levels to include Maths
- GCSE
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GCSE English Language grade 4/C
- Reduced contextual offer
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Meeting specific eligibility criteria guarantees that if you are made an offer, it will be reduced by up to two grades. Find out more about Access Loughborough Contextual Offers.
Selection
Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. If applicants are made an offer of a place, they will be invited to visit the department giving them the opportunity to meet staff and students, see facilities and get an insight into what it is like to be a student at Loughborough.
Many of our courses receive a large number of applications for each available place. We cannot unfortunately always make offers to all applicants who are predicted to achieve/have achieved grades in line with our advertised typical offers.
Australia
Typical offers for students from Australia are based on the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). Typically, we would require a score between 85.00 and 94.00. For students from Queensland, requirements from the Overall Position (OP) would typically be between 8 and 4.
Further to the above, students would normally be required to pass one of the following qualifications:
- ACT Year 12 Certificate
- New South Wales Higher School Certificate (HSC)
- Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCE)
- Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
- South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE)
- Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE)
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)
Where courses have specific subject requirements, these will be expected to be studied within one of the above qualifications. Grades of ‘B’ (ACT, NTCE, SACE, VCE, WACE), ‘4’ (HSC), ‘CA’ (TCE), ‘HA’ (QCE) or higher will normally be required.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Austria
For students taking the Austrian Reifeprüfung (Matura), we typically require an average score between 2.2 and 1.2 from 6 written or spoken exams. Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of 2 or 1 will normally be required in each.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Bahrain
Students who have studied the Tawjihiyah/Thanawiya amma (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements
Bangladesh
Students taking the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Belgium
The Certificat d’Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) and Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs (DSO) are both acceptable qualifications for direct entry into first year undergraduate courses. We typically require an overall score ranging from 75% to 85%. Where the 20 point marking scale is used, we would typically require marks between 15/20 and 17/20.
Specific subject marks may be required for some courses and where this is the case, this should be studied as a 4-hour subject. Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 50% or higher in Maths within the CESS or DSO.
Students currently studying the Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts should contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for further details.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Brazil
Students taking the Brazilian High School Certificate(Certificado de Ensino Médio and Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio – ENEM) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement Team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Brunei
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Bulgaria
For students taking the Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie, we would typically ask for an overall score ranging from 5.3 - 6.0 overall with specific subject marks required for some courses.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 4.5 or higher in Maths within the Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Canada
Typical offers for students from Canada are based on having completed Grade 12. The information below outlines the requirements for different states:
Alberta, Northwest Territory, Nunavut
- Typical offers are based on an average of best 5 grade 12 courses in the General High School Diploma and offers typically range from 80% - 93%.
- Where courses require specific subjects, these should be taken as thirty-level courses. Where A Level Maths is a course requirement, both Mathematics 30-1 and Mathematics 30-2 should be completed.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 10 Maths.
British Columbia, Yukon Territory
- Typical offers range from ‘BBBBBB’ – ‘AAAAAA’ from best 6 grade 12 subjects in the Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma.
- Where courses require specific subjects these would normally need to be achieved at ‘A’ or ‘B’.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of ‘C’ or higher in grade 10 Maths.
Manitoba
- Typical offers are based on an average of best 5 subjects at 300 level in the High School Graduation Diploma and offers typically range from 80% - 93% with specific subject marks required for some courses.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 10 Maths.
New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan
- Typical offers are based on an average of best 5 grade 12 subjects in the High School Graduation Diploma and offers typically range from 80% - 93% with specific subject marks required for some courses. Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 10 Maths.
Newfoundland & Labrador
- Typical offers are based on an average of best 5 university preparatory level subjects in the High School Graduation Diploma and offers typically range from 80% - 93% with specific subject marks required for some courses.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 10 Maths.
Nova Scotia
- Typical offers are based on an average of best 5 subjects at level 4 or 5 in the High School Completion Certificate and offers typically range from 80% - 93% with specific subject marks required for some courses.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 10 Maths.
Ontario
- Typical offers are based on an average of best 6 grade 12 courses at ‘4U’, ‘4M’ or ‘DU’ in the Ontario Secondary School Diploma and offers typically range from 80% - 93% with specific subject marks required for some courses.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 10 Maths.
Quebec
- Typical offers range from 80% - 93% overall in the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales with specific subject marks of 80% - 96% required for some courses.
- Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 60% or higher in grade 11 Maths.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
China
Students taking the Senior Middle Examinations will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
We will also accept a first year of study at a recognised university of appropriate standing within China as acceptable for entry to the first year of some of our degree courses. We would typically require an overall average ranging from 75% to 80% with specific subject marks required for some courses. Please contact the Global Engagement team who can advise on acceptability for entry to Loughborough courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Croatia
For students taking the Croatian Matura (Svjedodžba o Maturi), we typically require an average score between 4.0 and 5.0.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of 4 or 5 will normally be required in each. For courses that require Maths as part of their A Level offer, this should be taken at extended level in the Matura.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Cyprus
The Apolytirion is not accepted for direct entry to the University when studied on its own. However, we are happy to consider students taking the Apolytirion alongside either 1 or 2 A Levels. For courses with typical offer requirements of ‘ABB’, we would typically require 19.5 in the Apolytirion alongside an ‘A’ at A Level or 18.0 in the Apolytirion alongside ‘AB’ at A Level. Where courses require specific subjects, these must be taken at A Level.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 17 or higher in Maths within the Apolytirion.
Students taking the Apolytirion without additional A Levels will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Czech Republic
For students taking the Czech Maturita (Vysvědčení o Maturitní Zkoušce), we typically require an average ranging from 2.00 to 1.00 from best 4 subjects with specific subject marks (either 1 or 2) required for some courses.
All applicants must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Denmark
For students taking the Bevis for Studentereksamen (STX), typical offers range from 8.0 to 10.5 in the weighted average mark from the STX. Some courses may require marks (either 10 or 12) in specific Level A subjects.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 7 or higher in Level C Maths with the STX.
Students who have taken the Studentereksamen under the old grading system would be considered on a case by case basis with an average between 9.0 and 11.0 normally required.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Egypt
Students who have studied the Thanaweya A’ama (Certificate of General Secondary Education) will need complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Estonia
For students taking the Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus with the Riigieksamitunnistus, we typically require a high average grade between 4.3 and 4.8 in the Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus as well as an average percentage between 77% and 90% in the Riigieksamitunnistus.
Specific subject marks may be required for some courses. For Engineering and Science courses, we would expect students to have studied Lai Matemaatika.
Students with a score of 4.0 with 70% average from state exams would be considered on a case by case basis for the Loughborough University Foundation Year
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
European Baccalaureate
For students taking the European Baccalaureate, we typically require an overall average mark between 78% and 88% with specific subject marks (normally 8.0 or higher from a 4 or 5 period subject) required for some courses.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 6.5 or higher in Maths 3.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details. When applying, please state whether you are taking English as Language 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Faroe Islands
Students taking the Studentsprógv would normally be required to achieve a score between 8.0 and 10.5 with specific subject marks (either 10 or 12) required for some courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Finland
For students taking the Ylioppilastutkinto / Studentexamen, typical offer requirements would normally be based on achievement in best 4 subjects. Offers will typically be expressed as four letter grades ranging from MMMM (achieve Magna cum laude approbatur or higher in four subjects) to LEEE (achieve Eximia cum laude approbatur or higher in four subjects with at least one subject at Laudatur).
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 7 or higher in Maths within the Lukion Päästötodistus
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
France
For students taking the new French Baccalauréat Général (assessed from 2021 onwards), we typically require an overall result between 13.0 – 15.5 with results of 14-15 in two speciality subjects. Specific speciality subjects are required for some courses.
Students following the Option Internationale (OIB) will often receive a slightly lower offer.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 10 or higher in Mathematics taken in Year 12 as a Speciality Subject (Première) or a score of 11 or higher in Additional Maths taken as an Option in Year 13 (Terminale).
Students taking the Baccalauréat Technologique will be considered for first year entry on a case by case basis where subjects studied are relevant to the university course applied for.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Germany
Students taking the Abitur typically require an overall score ranging from 1.3 - 2.0 with specific subject marks required for some courses (normally between 12and 15).
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 7 or higher in Maths within the Abitur.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Ghana
Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Greece
Students taking the Greek Apolyterion are normally required to also take the Panhellenic Exams. Typical offers are based on the General Access Grade in the Panhellenics and range from 16.5 to 19.0 depending on the course applied for. Where courses have specific subject requirements, these should be taken as ‘Direction’ subjects within the Panhellenics. Students applying for Science or Engineering courses would generally be expected to have followed the Sciences direction. We will also normally ask for a mark between 17.0 and 19.0 in the Apolyterion certificate.
Students who have studied 1 or 2 A Levels alongside the Apolyterion (without taking the Panhellenic Exams) would normally be required to obtain high grades in their A Level exams along with an average mark of between 17.0 and 19.0 in the Apolyterion. Where courses have specific subject requirements, these should be taken as A Levels.
Students taking a Foundation course alongside the Apolyterion will be considered on a case by case basis.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Hong Kong
Typical offers for students taking the HKDSE vary by course and range from ‘5, 4, 4’ – ‘5*, 5, 5’ from best 3 subjects, of which 2 must be electives and excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese. Where courses require specific subjects, we would be looking for grades between ‘4’ and ‘5*’ in these subjects.
For courses that require Maths as part of their A Level offer, this should be taken at extended level in the HKDSE. Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of ‘3’ or higher in core Maths.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Hungary
For students taking the Hungarian Matura (Érettségi Bizonyítvány), we typically require an average ranging from 70% to 83% from best 5 subjects which must include at least 2 higher level exams.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of between 70% and 90% would normally be required in a higher level exam.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Iceland
For students taking the Stúdentspróf, we typically require an overall grade between 8.0 and 9.3 with specific subject marks (between 8 and 10) required for some courses.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
India
Typical offers are based on the Standard XII school leaving qualifications. When awarded by CBSE, ISCE or West Bengal Exam Boards, we typically ask for results in the region of 78% - 88% average performance from best 4 subjects. For other state boards, we would be looking for achievement between 83% - 93% from best 4 subjects. Specific subject marks at Standard X or Standard XII may be required for some courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Indonesia
Students who have studied the Ijazah: Sekolah Menengah Atas/Madrasah Aliyah (SMA/MA) will need complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Ireland
Students who have taken the Leaving Certificate under the new grading system (post 2016) would normally be required to achieve 5 higher level passes with grades ranging from H2 H2 H3 H3 H3 to H1 H1 H2 H2 H2. Where courses have specific A Level subject requirements, these should be taken at higher level.
If you have taken the Leaving Certificate under the old grading system (pre-2016) our typical offers would be between B1 B1 B2 B2 B2 and A1 A1 A2 A2 A2.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Israel
For students taking the Bagrut, we would require students to have studied at least 21 study units. Typical offers will be based on average percentage from 3 best 5-unit level subjects with requirements ranging from 78% to 92% depending on the course. Please note that we do not use the Optimal Average and do not consider bonus points as part of our offers.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, we would expect these to be studied as a 5-unit subject and look for achievement between 80% and 95%.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Italy
For students taking the Diploma di Esamo di Stato, we typically require an overall score ranging from 85% - 98% overall. Where courses require specific subjects, we would be looking for marks between 8 and 10 in school assessment.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 6 or higher in school assessment for Maths.
Students taking the Diploma di Istituto Tecnico will be considered for first year entry on a case by case basis where subjects studied are relevant to the course for which they have applied.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Japan
Students taking the Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
We will also accept a first year of study at a recognised university of appropriate standing within Japan as acceptable for entry to the first year of some of our degree courses. We would typically require an overall average ranging from 75% to 80% with specific subject marks required for some courses. Please contact the Global Engagement team who can advise on acceptability for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Jordan
Students taking the Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
Students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Kazakhstan
Typical offers for students from Kazakhstan are based on the Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools (NIS) Grade 12 Certificate. Typically, we would require a score between AAA and BBB from Advanced level subjects. Where courses have specific subject requirements, these will be expected to be studied at Advanced level.
English language studied within the Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools (NIS) Grade 12 Certificate is not sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
Kenya
Students taking the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Kuwait
Students who have studied the Tawjihiyah/Thanawiya amma (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Latvia
For students taking the Atestāts par Vispārējo Vidējo Izglītību, we typically require a high average grade between 9.2 and 10.0 as well as an average between 87% and 95% from best 4 state exams.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score between 87% and 95% will normally be requested in state exams in these subjects.
Students with a score of 8.0 with 80% average from best 4 state exams would be considered on a case by case basis for the Foundation Year.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Lebanon
Students taking the Baccalauréat Général will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
Students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Lithuania
For students taking the Brandos Atestatas, typical offers generally range from 9.0 – 10.0 overall. We would also typically ask for an average percentage from the best 3 state exams between 80% and 94%. Where courses require specific subjects, we would typically require these to be taken as state exams.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 7 or higher in school assessment for Maths.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Malaysia
For students taking either the Matrikulasi (Matriculation Certificate) or the Sigjil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysian (STPM), we would typically require grades ranging from AAA-BBB from best 3 (core) subjects excluding general studies.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a grade C or higher in SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) Maths.
For students taking the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) we would typically require from the best 7 subjects grades ranging 2xA1 5xA2 to 7xB3 in the UEC-SML. Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a grade B6 or higher in Maths.
- Students taking the MARA Diploma will be considered for first year entry on a case by case basis.
- Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Malta
For students taking the Advanced Matriculation Exam, typical offers would normally be based on achievement in 2 advanced level subjects (typically between BB and AA) and 3 intermediate level subjects excluding Systems of Knowledge (typically between BCC and AAA).
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of B or A will normally be required in an Advanced Level subject. Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we normally look for a score of 4 or higher in Maths within the Secondary Education Certificate (SEC).
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Netherlands
For students taking the Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO)., typical offers range from 6.6 to 7.4 average from the VWO with specific subject marks (between 7 and 9) required for some courses.
Students applying for Science or Engineering courses would generally be expected to have followed the Natuur en Techniek stream within the VWO and have taken the Maths D course.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 5 or higher in Maths within the VWO.
Students taking the Middelbaar Beroepsonderwijs (MBO Level 4) certificate will be considered for first year entry on a case by case basis where subjects studied are relevant to the university course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for further details.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
New Zealand
For students taking the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 typical offers will be based on overall achievement in the NCEA plus a required number of credits achieved at the next level up. For example, where A Level requirements are ABB, we would normally require a Merit overall with 20 Level 3 credits achieved at Excellence.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, these should be studied at Level 3 within the NCEA. Typically, an overall achievement of Merit or Excellence will be required in these subjects.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Nigeria
Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Norway
For students taking the Vitnemål for Videregående Opplæring, typical offers range from 4.00 to 5.25 average of all Final Assessment Grades.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, students will need to achieve a 4 or higher in at least two 140-hour courses.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details.
Oman
Students who have studied the Tawjihiyah/Thanawiya amma (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Pakistan
Students taking the Intermediate/Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Poland
For students taking the new Matura typical offers are based on average achievement from 3 extended level exams and offers normally range from 75% - 85%. Where courses require specific subjects, these should be taken as extended level exams and we would normally look for marks between 75% and 90%.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 68% or higher in the compulsory standard level Maths.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Portugal
Students taking the Diploma de Ensino Secundário would normally be required to achieve a score between 16 and 18 with specific subject marks (between 17 and 19) required for some courses.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we normally look for a score of 14 or higher in Maths within the Diploma de Ensino Secundário.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Qatar
Students taking the Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama (Senior School Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Romania
For students taking the Diploma de Bacalaureat, typical offers range from 8.6 – 9.4 overall. Where courses require a specific subject, we would be looking for this to be studied as the optional subject within the Diploma de Bacalaureat with marks between 8.6 and 9.8.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 7 or higher in Grade 10 Maths from the ‘Foaie Matricola’ or 6.5 or higher in Maths from the Diploma de Bacalaureat.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Russia
Students taking the Certificate of Unified State Examination will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Saudi Arabia
Students who have studied the Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Singapore
For students with Singapore A Levels, typical offers normally range from BBC to AAA from three H2 Level subjects and offers are typically one grade lower than the typical A Level requirement as stated in the undergraduate prospectus due to the comparative difficulty.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, an ‘A’ or ‘B’ grade would normally be required in line with UK A Level requirements.
Students with a Diploma from one of Singapore’s five Polytechnics would be considered for first year entry with requirements ranging from 2.50 to 3.10. Second year entry may be considered in some cases. Please contact the Global Engagement team to check if this is applicable.
For IB requirements please see the undergraduate prospectus.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
Slovakia
For students taking the Slovakian Matura (Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške), typical offers range from 2.00 to 1.00 average from best 4 subjects with specific subject marks (either 1 or 2) required for some courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Slovenia
For students taking the Maturitetno Spričevalo., we typically require an overall total score of between 22 and 30 out of 34.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of 4 or 5 will normally be required in each. Applicants for Science or Engineering courses would normally be required to take Maths at higher level and would be required to achieve a mark of between 6 and 8.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
South Africa
For students taking the National Senior Certificate (NSC), typical offers range from 6,6,6,6,6 to 7,7,7,7,7 from the best 5 subjects, excluding Life Orientation.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of 6 or 7 would normally be required.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
South Korea
Students taking the High School Diploma will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Spain
For students taking the Titulo de Bachillerato, we typically require an overall score of 7.50 – 9.50.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, a score of 8.00 or 9.00 will normally be required in each. Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 5.50 – 6.50 within the Titulo de Bachillerato.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Sri Lanka
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
Sri Lankan A Levels are considered comparable to the typical A Level requirements. However, as an A* grade cannot be achieved in Sri Lankan A Levels, an A grade is acceptable to meet this requirement where applicable.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Sweden
For students tasking the Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola, typical offers are normally based on an average score from 2500 credits with an ‘A’ counting as 20 points, a ‘B’ counting as 17.5 points, a ‘C’ counting as 15 points etc. Typical offers range from 16.0 to 18.8 average from 2500 credits.
Where courses have specific subject requirements, an ‘A’ or ‘B’ grade would normally be required from 2 relevant subject modules within the Slutbetyg.
Students who took the Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola under the old grading system are considered on a case by case basis with most courses requiring a majority of ‘VG’ and ‘MVG’ grades.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
Switzerland
Students taking the following qualifications would be considered for direct entry to undergraduate courses: Certificat de Maturité, Maturitätsausweis, Attestato di Maturità. Typical offer requirements are based on average achievement from best 12 subjects and offers typically range from 4.8 – 5.5. Where courses require specific subjects, we would be looking for marks between 5.0 and 6.0 in school assessment.
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of 4.0 or higher in school assessment for Maths.
English language studied within one of the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
Taiwan
Students taking the Senior High School Diploma will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Alternatively, Junior College Diploma holders may be considered on a case by case basis for entry to undergraduate courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Tanzania
The Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) is acceptable for entry into the first year of undergraduate courses. Typical offers are the same as for UK A Levels as stated in the Undergraduate Prospectus.
For courses which require achievement in GCSE Maths, we normally look for a score of C or higher in Maths in the Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE).
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
Thailand
Students taking the Certificate of Secondary Education/Maw 6 will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
The Caribbean
For students taking the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE), we typically require a range from ‘2, 2, 2’ - ‘1, 1, 1’ achieved from three 2-unit exams with specific subject marks of ‘1’ or ‘2’ required by some courses
Where courses require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of ‘3’ or higher in Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) Maths.
Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
English language studied within the above qualification is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
The Gulf
Students who have studied the Tawjihiyah/Thanawiya amma (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Turkey
For students taking the Anadolu Lisesi (Anatolian High School Diploma) or Fen Lisesi (Science High School Diploma), will typically require a pass mark of higher than 80%,
Students taking the Lise Bitirme Diplomasi, will be considered for first year entry on a case by case basis.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Uganda
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. The Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) is also acceptable with grades equivalent to the typical A Level offer requirements.
English language studied within the above qualifications is normally sufficient to meet the university’s minimum entry requirements. Please see the Approved Qualifications table for further details.
Ukraine
Students taking the Atestat pro Povnu Zagal'nu Sersdniu Osvitu/Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
We will also accept a first year of study at a recognised university of appropriate standing within Ukraine as acceptable for entry to the first year of some of our degree courses. We would typically require an overall average with specific subject marks required for some courses. Please contact the Global Engagement team who can advise on acceptability for entry to Loughborough courses.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
United Arab Emirates
Students who have studied the Tawjihiyah/Thanawiya amma (General Secondary Education Certificate) will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements. Requirements for American SATs and APs can be found under the country requirements for the USA.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
United States of America
For students studying in the USA, typical offers for entry onto undergraduate level courses are based on obtaining 3.2/4.0 GPA in the High School Graduation Diploma, in addition to a combination of any three of the following:
- Advanced Placement (AP) Exam
- IB Higher Levels
- College level class credit (should normally be taken in Grade 12 for one semester, and be equivalent to 3 credits/units in an academic subject)
- Honors classes (should be taken for a full academic year in either Grade 11 or Grade 12)
Where courses have a specific A Level subject requirement this must be achieved in the relevant AP exam or IB Higher Level. Where AP is used to meet an A Level Maths subject requirement AP Calculus BC would be required.
A level Grade | AP Exam | Honors or College Class |
A* | 5 | A+ |
A | 5 | A / A- |
B | 4 | B+ / B |
C | 3 | B- |
For programmes that require achievement in GCSE Maths, we would normally look for a score of ‘570’ or higher in SAT I Math or ACT with a minimum score of 27 overall and 26 in each component.
To satisfy English language requirements we consider a range of qualifications. Please see the Approved Qualifications table on the English Language page for further details
Vietnam
Students who have studied the Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Phổ Thông Trung Học will need to complete an appropriate Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Zambia
Students who have studied the General Certificate of Education will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year.
Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS. You can view the entry requirements for this on the ONCAMPUS webpage. Alternatively, please contact our Global Engagement team to check if the Foundation Programme that you are considering taking is acceptable for entry to Loughborough courses.
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses. Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements
Zimbabwe
Students with A Level or IB qualifications will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate degree courses.
Please see the undergraduate prospectus for specific course requirements.
Zimbabwe A Levels are considered comparable to the typical A Level requirements. However, as an A* grade cannot be achieved in Zimbabwe A Levels, an A grade is acceptable to meet this requirement where applicable. Typical offers for students taking the Zimbabwe A levels exclude the General Paper.
All students must also achieve the University’s English language requirements.
Tuition fees for 2025 entry
UK fees
- Full-time course per annum
- £9,250
- Placement year
- Approx. 20% of the full-time fee
International fees
- Full-time course per annum
- £23,950
- Placement year
- Approx. 20% of the full-time fee
UK tuition fees align with the applicable fee caps set by the UK government, and as such they are subject to changes made to the agreed cap in a specific year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually by the University and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment.
Additional costs
While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationary, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.
Your future career
Average starting salary
£29,500
Graduate Outcomes 2022A degree in mathematics opens the door to a wide variety of careers, particularly roles in which analytical skills, logic, reasoning, problem-solving and high levels of numeracy are prized.
The vast scope and array of applications for mathematics means that your mathematics degree can lead to any number of rewarding careers working for diverse organisations within commerce, banking and finance, management and industry - anywhere that numerical abilities, logical thinking, analytical skills and the ability to communicate numerical data effectively are is valued. It can also lead to careers in teaching or research.
Career support services
Your time at Loughborough University will form a launchpad from which you can build an exciting career. With so many opportunities available, you’ll never be short of ways to improve your employability.
Our award-winning Careers Network team is here to help and support you, offering everything from CV workshops, one-to-one advice sessions and mock interview practice sessions to high-profile employer events. We’ve got everything you need for a really successful future.
Companies students have worked for after graduating
Graduates of our courses in Mathematical Sciences have gone on to pursue a rich variety of rewarding careers and opportunities for further study. Our 2018 graduates took up positions with organisations including Morgan Stanley, AXA Insurance, Grant Thornton, and BAE Systems.
Mathematics graduates have gone onto pursue careers in roles such as Technical Business Analyst, Global Innovation Planner, and Technology Risk Consultant. Here are just some of the graduate destinations in recent years:
- Acuris
- Atos
- Unilever
- PwC
- Nationwide
- Mercedes Benz
- Kubrick Group
- KPMG
- Deloitte
- Arena Group
- National Grid
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