You will join a friendly, international mathematics community at a major UK centre recognised for its high-quality teaching and research across a breadth of mathematics areas including science, business and finance.
As a Southampton mathematics student, you can choose from a wide range of programmes built on the foundation of internationally renowned research. You will develop your skills in analysis, problem solving, logical arguments and deductive reasoning, ensuring you are in demand for your future career. Our supportive environment and our variety of flexible and bespoke options, mean that you can study in a way that suits you.
You will benefit from our strong links with graduate recruiters across a range of industries including academia, government, analytics, actuary and finance.
Southampton graduates are highly sought after particularly in the fields of finance, commerce, industry, education and research.
* QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2021
You can choose from our selection of mathematics degrees, ranging from pure maths to mathematical physics and interdisciplinary degrees.
You will gain experience in the finance, business and management areas of mathematics, and benefit from the links we have with many financial services and other leading businesses.
As a mathematics student, you will also have access to our modern Mathematics Student Centre – a supportive environment for both study and socialising that is exclusively for use by mathematics students.
Completing a Southampton mathematics degree means you will be eligible for a range of exemptions from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries professional exams. Join our graduates who have gone on to work for several high-profile organisations including Deloitte, PwC, IBM, Experian and Lloyds Banking Group.
You can also choose to spend a semester studying abroad or take a year out of your studies on an industry placement.
Our mathematicians were part of the 1,000-strong international Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) team who won the 2017 Nobel Prize in Physics for the first observation of gravitational waves.
You will benefit from our multidisciplinary approach, drawing from leading academics across the University to gain broad insights into areas spanning pure and applied mathematics, statistics and operational research.
As part of our vibrant and supportive environment, you will develop your existing skills through our intensive teaching. You can personalise your programme through our optional modules and gain project experience from a wide range of industry partners.
Living and learning in a different country is a big step, so we strive to ensure that our international students have all the support they need to settle into their new life in the UK. Our friendly International Office staff are always happy to help and can answer any questions you may have about living and studying here.
Welcome Programme
Every September, we arrange a free Welcome Programme for international and EU students, which is designed to help you settle into life in the UK and at the University before your studies begin.
During the Programme, you will meet other undergraduate students and explore the University and the city, so that you know where to worship, relax and shop. You will also meet current international students who will be able to share their experiences and offer advice.
Meet and Greet
We organise a free Meet and Greet service for all new international and EU students in September each year. Our representatives meet you at Heathrow or Gatwick Airport and transport you directly to your accommodation.
Pre-sessional programmes
We offer a wide range of pre-sessional programmes for international students who are planning to come to Southampton to study. These programmes will help you develop the English language skills you will need to follow a degree course or undertake research at a British university.
Visas
Before you join us, you will need to find out about the UK’s immigration procedures well in advance of your arrival in the UK.
Find out more:
International enquiries: international@soton.ac.uk
* QS World University Rankings, 2022
** Complete University Guide, 2022