Mathematics University of Glasgow

Overview

It uses reasoned argument from basic postulates and principles to explain the pattern and structure of the world we observe, to suggest pattern and structure as yet unobserved, and in general, provide tools that can be used to understand and manage the universe in which we live. In Pure Mathematics these postulates often take the form of concepts from geometry or properties of numbers, whereas in Applied Mathematics the postulates typically take the form of laws that can be tested rigorously by experiment.

Key facts

• Mathematics provides practitioners with a sophisticated toolbox for use in the manipulation of information, and the means to impose pattern and structure on that information.
• Why study Mathematics?

• Our ambassador scheme gives students the chance to spend time in schools, experiencing teaching at first hand and developing vital workplace skills

• The Mathematics programme of the University of Glasgow allows you to choose from a wide variety of courses in honours years

• Our programmes are accredited by the Institute of Mathematics

• The MacLaurin Society(or MacSoc), is the university's Mathematics and Statistics Society. Named after the Scottish mathematician Colin MacLaurin, it has been running since the 1950's and provides a supportive and friendly atmosphere for students in the School
• Career Prospects
• Many of our graduates go on to careers in the financial services sector or computing, or undertake postgraduate study. Others are employed in industry, using the modelling and problem-solving skills gained on the programme. Our recent graduates have been employed by PricewaterhouseCoopers, Grant Thornton, Alexander Sloan, Cigna, Deloitte, Royal Bank of Scotland and Credit Suisse.