About this course
Spend your third year in Spain, studying maths at one of our partner universities. This degree is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in Spanish, while developing your mathematical problem-solving skills. You’ll study pure and applied mathematics, statistics and operational research. You’ll graduate with sought after skills in mathematics as well as experience of working and studying in another language.
This BSc Maths with Spanish degree covers the foundations of algebra, calculus and statistics. You’ll investigate the applications of mathematics in a variety of contexts and use mathematical and statistical models.
As part of this course you’ll:
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be able to specialise in pure or applied mathematics, operational research or statistics
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become proficient in Spanish, understanding subtleties and holding formal and informal conversations with ease
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spend your third year at one of our Erasmus partner institutions in Madrid, Malaga, or Santiago de Compostela
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use our student centre, a dedicated learning and social space for maths students
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use mathematical and computational packages such as Python and the statistics package 'R'
You’ll be taught through a combination of lectures and workshops by leading researchers. Their fields of expertise include group theory, the mathematics of nature, and experimental design.
Download the programme specification
The programme specification sets out the learning outcomes of this course and details how the course is taught and assessed.
Entry requirements
For Academic year 202021
A-levels
AAA or AABB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) and Spanish (minimum grade A)
A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking.
If an additional Mathematics qualification (STEP grade 2/MAT/TMUA) is taken alongside three A-levels then the offer will be AAB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) and Spanish (minimum grade A). We accept any of the three STEP papers. For more details about the STEP and TMUA papers see the Admissions Testing Service Website.
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer:
AAB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) and Spanish (minimum grade A) and grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows:
AAB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) and Spanish (minimum grade A)
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 in Higher Level Spanish and 6 points at Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (preferred mathematics module)
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA from two A levels including Mathematics and Spanish (minimum grade A)
We do not accept the BTEC Diploma
We do not accept the BTEC Extended Diploma
BTEC additional information
There are no additional requirements
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C)
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
COVID-19: we've made some changes to the structure of the course for this academic year. Download the programme specification addendum in 'About this course' to learn more.
This degree gives you a technical background in mathematics. You'll also gain advanced skills in communicating in Spanish by following our 7-stage language learning programme.
In your first 2 years you'll build a foundational knowledge of maths. You'll also gain skills in listening, understanding, speaking and writing in Spanish.
Your third year gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in Spanish language and culture as you study in a maths department at a partner university in Spain.
Your final year gives you the opportunity to build your language skills and choose specialist areas in maths.
You do not need to select your modules when you apply. Your academic tutor will help you to customise your course.
Year 1 overview
You'll cover fundamental areas of maths. You'll expand your existing knowledge of calculus by gaining a deeper understanding of its' underlying ideas, and then extending them into higher dimensions.
Linear algebra develops yours skills in accurately manipulating vectors and matrices.
You'll also learn about probability and statistics, and explore operational research.
You'll complete Spanish Language Stage 4, which will give you skills to:
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extract and synthesise key information from written and spoken sources
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develop analytical and evaluative thinking
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learn problem-solving skills
Year 2 overview
In maths, you'll learn about analysis and differential equations. You'll be able to choose different groups of modules. For example, you can:
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study group theory - one of the great simplifying and unifying ideas in modern mathematics, along with geometry and topology
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focus on applied mathematics - applying the techniques from complex numbers and multivariable calculus to model airflow over a wing
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choose statistics - learning about statistical distributions and statistical modelling
There are also options from operational research or financial mathematics.
In Spanish, you'll progress to Stage 5. This will give you skills to:
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reflect critically and make judgements based on evidence and argument
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interpret layers of meaning within texts and other cultural products
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use language creatively and precisely for a range of purposes and audiences
Year 3 overview
You'll spend your third year in Spain, usually in the mathematics department of an Erasmus partner university.
This year is your opportunity to immerse yourself in Spanish, and gain a deep understanding of the social, economic and political make-up of your host country.
Year 4 overview
You'll return to Southampton to complete your degree. From pure mathematics you could study:
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Galois theory
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number theory
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infinite dimensional spaces
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algebraic invariants of a shape
Or, you could apply your statistical knowledge to the design of experiments or to simulating statistical events.
In applied mathematics you could:
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model black holes and cosmology
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model epidemics and biochemical reactions
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learn about Laplace and Fourier transforms
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study solutions of the Navier-Stokes equation
You could also choose from topics in optimisation, actuarial mathematics, or modern applications of mathematics such as machine learning and social networks.
You’ll also complete a project, choosing from:
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Maths and your Future - work in a small team to analyse data and apply your mathematical learning to a problem raised by a local or national employer
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Mathematical Investigation and Communication - learn independently about new areas of mathematics, or apply your skills of modelling and computation
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Communicating and Teaching Mathematics - act as an ambassador for mathematics in schools and gain classroom experience
You'll complete your Spanish studies at Level 7, which is an advanced level of proficiency. You'll be able to understand the language with ease, including subtleties of meaning and nuance.
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
For entry in Academic Year 2020-21
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
You must also choose from the following modules in year 1:
Learning and assessment
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- lectures
- classes and tutorials
- coursework
- individual and group projects
- independent learning (studying on your own)
Course time
How you'll spend your course time:
Year 1
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 1:
How we'll assess you
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Academic support
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor and have access to a senior tutor.
Course leader
Philip Greulich is the course leader.
Careers
You'll be able to take an optional module, Maths and your Future, to boost your professional expertise.
A maths and language degree will equip you for a range of careers or further study options. Your year abroad will also help you to stand out to future employers.
Our maths graduates have gone on to work as:
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actuaries
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economists
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statisticians
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teachers
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programmers
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software developers
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accountants
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business analysts
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financial analysts
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financial managers
The University’s Excel Internship Programme can help you find a paid work placement during the Easter or summer vacation.
Careers services at Southampton
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019). Our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:
work experience schemes
CV and interview skills and workshops
networking events
careers fairs attended by top employers
a wealth of volunteering opportunities
study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a vibrant entrepreneurship culture and our dedicated start-up supporter, Futureworlds, is open to every student.
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £9,250.
- EU and international students pay £18,520.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and all examinations.
Find out how to:
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. Explore:
Bursaries, scholarships and other funding
If you're a UK or EU student and your household income is under £25,000 a year, you may be able to get a University of Southampton bursary to help with your living costs. Find out about bursaries and other funding we offer at Southampton.
If you're a care leaver or estranged from your parents, you may be able to get a specific bursary.
Get in touch for advice about student money matters.
Scholarships and grants
You may be able to get a scholarship or grant that's linked to your chosen subject area.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Services Centre offers support and advice on money to students. You may be able to access our Student Support fund and other sources of financial support during your course.
Funding for EU and international students
Find out about funding you could get as an international student.
How to apply
When you apply use:
- UCAS course code: G1R4
- UCAS institution code: S27
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We aim to respond to you within 2 to 6 weeks with a decision about your application.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000