Mathematics degrees
Mathematics isn’t just studied for its applications; it has a beauty characterised by precision and logical rigour. Mathematics and Statistics at Exeter combines a breadth of academic expertise with a caring and supportive learning environment.
Study Mathematics at the University of Exeter
Our Department of Mathematics provides high-quality teaching, supervision, pastoral care and learning opportunities designed to challenge and bring out the very best of your skills.
We offer a wide choice of degree programmes for undergraduates and postgraduates including a variety of exciting combined programmes taught in partnership with the Department of Computer Science and the Business School.
Our Mathematics degrees and courses
Explore a wide variety of mathematics covering pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics and computation, and have the opportunity to explore applications in high-impact fields including climate, healthcare and industrial challenges.
Our Mathematics degrees are taught on our Streatham Campus in Exeter.
Undergraduate degrees
Masters degrees
Interdisciplinary undergraduate courses with the Department of Computer Science
Combine traditional mathematical techniques with exciting contemporary applications in the fields of computer and data science.
Interdisciplinary undergraduate courses with the Business School
Courses taught in partnership between Exeter’s Mathematics department and The University of Exeter’s triple-accredited Business School.
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Top 20 in the UK for Mathematics
The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
92% of Mathematics graduates in or due to start employment or further study
Based on full-time, first degree, UK domiciled graduates 15 months post-graduation, HESA Graduate Outcomes survey 2022/23
Top 10 in the world for our Mathematics and Computer Science research
CWTS Leiden Ranking 2024, by percent of articles in the top 10% most-cited
155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026
Your future career with a Mathematics degree
A degree in Mathematics can help you access a wide range of career opportunities, as you are equipped with advanced numeracy and data skills, a rigorous analytical approach to problems and logical thinking, essential skills for many graduate careers.
Exeter has an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and a strong employment record. Our graduates go on to excel in many specialist mathematical fields and across a broad range of other sectors. We offer a very wide range of opportunities for you to develop the deep and adaptable skills that employers are looking for.
Explore your career options with a Mathematics degree
The staff are really friendly and the lecturers are really approachable. The course is really interesting and whatever topic I have wanted to learn, we have done at Exeter.
My course will help me to find a job because the modules have been so broad I will have so many transferable skills and the links with industry are great. Being an international student is fun, I've met a lot of other international students and people are really approachable which has meant I’ve made a lot of friends and met people to study with, as well as practising my English skills.
Yunice
MSc Mathematics
Frequently asked questions about studying Mathematics
Choosing to study Mathematics at Exeter means learning from a department that excels not just at core mathematics, including statistics, pure mathematics and computing, but also in the applications of mathematics to real-world problems, including climate modelling, natural systems, health and medicine. We've answered some of our most frequently asked questions below to help you decide if a maths degree is right for you.
What career prospects would I have with a Mathematics degree from Exeter?
Exeter has an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and a strong employment record. Our graduates go on to excel in many specialist mathematical fields and across a broad range of other sectors. We offer a very wide range of opportunities for you to develop the deep and adaptable skills that employers are looking for.
The broad-based skills acquired during your degree will give you an excellent grounding for a wide variety of careers, not only those related to Mathematics but also in wider fields.
Find out more about a career with a degree in mathematics.
Can international students apply for Mathematics degrees?
Yes. Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. International students are welcome to apply for Bachelors (undergraduate) and Masters (postgraduate taught) degrees with us, as well as for postgraduate research opportunities.
For more information, visit our international students webpages.
