Mathematics and Philosophy

MSci Mathematics and Philosophy

Programme structure
Year 1:

• Core Maths (Calculus, Analysis, Linear Alegbra, Geometry)
• One additional unit of level 1 Maths
• Introduction to Philosophy A and B
• Choose from:

- Philosophical texts 1, 2, 3 or 4
- Introduction to Philosophy of Science

Year 2:

• Choice of two or three Mathematics units closely related to Philosophy
• Realism
• Normativity
• Plus at least two units from:

- Epistemology
- Political Philosophy
- Philosophy of Mind
- Ethics
- Philosophy of LanguageLogic 2
- Philosophy of Science
- Philosophy of Mathematics

Year 3:

• Choice of Mathematics units, to include at least two at level 3
• Two Philosophy optional units
• One extended essay

Year 4:

• Choice of Mathematics units, to include at least one at level 4
• MA unit Philosophy of Mathematics
• One unit from MA in Philosophy and History of Science
• Plus two finals essays or dissertation

Entry Requirements

14-19 Advanced Diploma

• Grade A overall in a Diploma subject with mathematical content to include grade A in A-level Mathematics (ASL)

BTEC

• DDD

Access

• Treated individually; please contact the Mathematics Department

SQA

• SH: AAAAA
• AH: AA (A in Mathematics)

Welsh Bacc

• Pass Advanced Diploma with A* or A in A-level Mathematics and A in another A-level

IB Diploma

• 38 - 37 points with 6, 6, 6 at Higher level to include Mathematics

EB: Average 85%

IELTS

• 6.5 in all parts

Subjects required at GCSE or equivalent
Mathematics, English Language

Selection:
UCAS form. Interviews only in exceptional circumstances. All applicants receiving offers are invited to an Offer Holders Day

Deferred Entry:
Welcomed