The course
- UCAS code
- G1R1
- Duration
- Up to 4 years
- Location
- Edinburgh
- Delivery type
- Full-time
Contact
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Contact
Admissions Officer (MACS)
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Telephone
+44 (0)131 451 8176
Overview
This programme provides graduates with advanced mathematical skills and fluency in their chosen language, offering a valuable combination of technical expertise and linguistic excellence. Mathematical and language skills will be enhanced by studying mathematics for a year at one of the foreign partner universities. Languages on offer are French (G1R1), German (G1R2) and Spanish (G1R4). Graduates in mathematics and languages are consistently near the top of graduate employment tables, and the coupling of disciplines in this degree programme ensures a highly marketable qualification.
Teaching excellence and student satisfaction
95% of our 2015 graduates reported in the National Student Survey that they were satisfied overall with their course.
Course content
Detailed course guideYear 1
Eases the transition from school to university. You will take courses in calculus and algebra which continue from school study, statistics, problem solving and the use of computer packages. In your chosen language you will take courses in translation, aural comprehension and writing and spoken courses.
Learning and teaching
- Scheduled learning:29%
- Independent study:71%
- Placement:0%
Assessment
- Written:47%
- Practical:0%
- Coursework:53%
Year 2
You will continue your study of calculus and algebra taking courses in multivariable calculus and real analysis and linear algebra. You will start the study of pure and applied mathematics and numerical analysis. In language courses you will continue with translation, spoken and written classes in preparation for studying abroad in third year.
Learning and teaching
- Scheduled learning:29%
- Independent study:71%
- Placement:0%
Assessment
- Written:65%
- Practical:0%
- Coursework:35%
Year 3
Is spent studying mathematics at a European university as part of an organised student study programme. At the time of publication, students studying:
- Maths with French are based in Pau, France
- Maths with German are based in Dresden, Germany
- Maths with Spanish are based in Granada, Spain
Learning and teaching
- Scheduled learning:0%
- Independent study:0%
- Placement:100%
Assessment
- Written:0%
- Practical:0%
- Coursework:100%
Year 4
On returning for the final year, you will take a selection of advanced courses in mathematics.
More in-depth information on the content of the courses listed above, how they are assessed and the learning outcomes can be accessed via our current student portal.
Learning and teaching
- Scheduled learning:30%
- Independent study:70%
- Placement:0%
Assessment
- Written:96%
- Practical:0%
- Coursework:4%
Employability
Work and study
This is what our BSc (Hons) Mathematics with French students are doing six months after graduating:
- 72% are working
- 11% are studying
- 2% are working and studying.
Managerial/professional position
- 85% of those working are in a professional/managerial position six months after graduating.
Salary
- The average salary of students six months after graduating: £21000
- The average UK salary of students six months after graduating from a similar course: £22000
Jobs
These are the most common jobs students go into six months after graduating:
- Business, research and administrative professionals
- Business and public service associate professionals
- Information technology and telecommunications professionals
- Sales occupations
- Elementary occupations
- Skilled trades occupations
Entry requirements
Year 1
- Highers ABBBB including Mathematics at A and Language
- A-Levels ABB including Mathematics at A and Language
- Int. Baccalaureate 28 points with Mathematics and Language at Higher Level 5
- BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) Level 3 at DDM including sufficient Mathematics and Language
Additional information
- We also accept the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) at D in place of one A-Level, however it cannot replace a subject specific requirement unless relevant.
Fees and funding
| Status* | Scotland / EU** | England / Northern Ireland / Wales | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fee | Paid by SAAS | £9,250 | £13,770 |
* Your residency 'status' is usually defined as the country where you have been ordinarily resident for the three years before the start of your course. Find out more about tuition fees.
** European Union countries, not including England, Northern Ireland or Wales.
Scholarships and bursaries
Featured scholarships
Bursaries for students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales starting undergraduate degree courses in 2018
In addition to government maintenance loans and grants towards the costs of fees and living costs, we are offering generous financial support to attract and support eligible students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales:
- Heriot-Watt Foundation Bursary (£9,250 fee discount applied in one of the four years of study and £1,500 payment contribution to living costs in Year 1)
- Heriot-Watt University Bursary (up to £3,100 per year)
- Heriot-Watt Academic Scholarship (£1,000 per year)
View our full range of undergraduate scholarships.