English and Mathematics (Hons) University of Dundee

Overview

Key facts

Combining your English and Mathematics in this The MA English and Mathematics (Hons) from University of Dundee gives you a very wide range of modules to study that can lead to a diverse range of careers.

You can choose to study English literature from the medieval period right up to the present day, as well as studying both pure and applied mathematics.

In English you can study anything from Shakespeare to science fiction, Romantic poetry to contemporary poetry, creative writing to visual culture, or Victorian novels to Hollywood films. 

We start by covering topics such as how to analyze a poem and how to read a novel as a literary critic, moving on to historical surveys of literature. We then explore in more detail many of the periods, movements and topics previously covered.

The modules we offer throughout the degree reflect the diverse research specialisms of our staff, giving you an wide range of choices.

Mathematics is one of the best subjects for developing your analytical skills. This means you will be highly employable and develop a wide range of transferable skills. Scientific developments are possible due to mathematical applications while mathematical models inform decisions in industry, government, and in the financial sector.

Computers are used extensively in modern mathematics. We will introduce you to various mathematical software in a very interactive way while preparing you for industry.

Careers

English is an adaptable subject which opens up a flexible range of career options.

A wide-ranging knowledge of the arts, literature, and culture produces well-rounded individuals with a broad frame of reference.

Many of our graduates enter teaching, publishing, journalism, arts administration, library and information services, management, consultancy, the civil service, and the creative industries.

With Mathematics you'll be able to choose from a diverse range of careers in research, industry, science, engineering, commerce, finance and education. Our graduates have entered careers as an Actuary (Deloitte), Software Engineer (Findmypast), Project Manager (Prudential UK), and in the financial sector following career paths in accountancy, banking, the stock market and insurance.

Even if you do not take your mathematics any further than university, employers know that mathematics graduates are intelligent, logical problem solvers, making your career options almost limitless.