Overview

Mathematics is a universal language and a tool of fundamental importance in the physical and social sciences, engineering, technology, computer science, statistics, finance, data analytics and many other fields.

The subject is thousands of years old and yet thoroughly modern. In the past 100 years the growth of mathematics has been spectacular, stimulated not only by the needs of science, technology and commerce, but also by intellectual challenges provided by the discipline itself. Join the Mathematics (Hons) programme at University College Dublin.

Careers

Each year sees new applications of sophisticated mathematical models and procedures in insurance and actuarial services, data analytics, the stock market, banking and industry. Employers in all of these areas seek mathematics graduates for their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The recent graduates are working in many diverse areas, including actuarial science, banking and financial services, civil service, coding and cryptography companies, IT industry, meteorology and research.

Opportunities for further study include MSc and PhD programmes in the mathematical sciences in Ireland and abroad, leading to research positions in universities or industry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computational Science

Calculus of Several Variables

Linear Algebra in the Mathematical Sciences

Probability

Vector Calculus

Groups, Rings and Fields

Inferential Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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90

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Mathematics View 40 other Bachelors in Mathematics in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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90

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements

O2/H6 in Mathematics
O2/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or Geography may be used instead of a laboratory science subject) and

O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other recognised subjects

General Entry Requirements (A-Level)

AAC / ABBC / ABB
+ E AS Level

General Entry Requirements (IB)

33

Subject Requirements (Mathematics)

GCSE A / A Level D (or AS Level C)
IB SL 6 / HL 4

Subject Requirements (Laboratory Science)

GCSE A / A Level D (or AS Level C)

IB SL 6 / HL 4

Entry via Science (BSc)

General Entry Requirements (A-Level)

BBC / BCCC / BCC
+ C AS Level

General Entry Requirements (IB)

29

Subject Requirements (Mathematics)

GCSE A / A Level D
(or AS Level C)
IB SL 6 / HL 4

Subject Requirements (Laboratory Science)

GCSE A / A Level D
(or AS Level C)
IB SL 6 / HL 4

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

29100 EUR / year

≈ 29100 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

7574 EUR / year

≈ 7574 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Dublin

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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