BSc Hons Mathematics with Teaching (International)
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Open to international applicants only
Study with us
- combine mathematics with teaching methods and practice to prepare you to be a mathematics teacher in secondary schools
- curriculum specifically designed for international students
- learn with Scotland’s largest provider of Initial Teacher Education
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Why this course?
This joint Honours degree covers the curriculum of the BSc Honours Mathematics degree and you’ll also study pedagogy and aspects of education, that will prepare you to become a mathematics teacher in secondary schools.

What you'll study
Years 1 & 2
You’ll follow the same curriculum as the BSc (Honours) in Mathematics and will study core mathematical methods and classes in calculus, geometry, applied analysis, mechanics, analysis, and probability and statistics. In addition to these compulsory classes, you will also have the opportunity to choose elective classes.
Year 3
You’ll choose to study from a range of Mathematics & Statistics classes from one or more of the specialist application areas.
Year 4
In this year you will take classes that develop the pedagogy of teaching.
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Mathematical Foundations (20 credits)
You’ll study the basic concepts and standard methods of:
- mathematical notation and proof
- functions
- complex numbers and variables
- solution of equations
- resolution of inequalities
- sequences and series
Calculus 1 (20 credits)
This module will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of calculus, and you’ll develop some of their applications including basic ordinary differential equations.
Introduction to Geometry & Algebra (20 credits)
You’ll be given an introductory treatment of vectors, matrices, geometry, and discrete maths, and you’ll be introduced to their application to real-world problems.
Mathematics in Society (20 credits)
This module will present the place of mathematics and statistics in society, both historical and contemporary, while introducing some essential study skills. You’ll develop and practise personal and technical skills (for example, self study, teamwork, writing reports and making presentations).
Essential Statistics (10 credits)
This module will present some basic ideas and techniques of statistics while introducing some essential study skills (for example basic IT, note-taking, study skills for mathematics and statistics).
Data Analysis & Presentation (10 credits)
This module will present some basic ideas and techniques of statistics while introducing some essential study skills, allowing you to develop and practice personal and technical skills (for example, self study, teamwork, analysing data, writing reports and making presentations).
Linear Algebra & Differential Equations (20 credits)
This module will introduce you to the basic ideas of linear algebra, such as matrices and determinants, vector spaces, bases, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. You’ll study various standard methods for solving ordinary differential equations and understand their relevance and the connections with linear algebra.
Advanced Calculus (20 credits)
This module will present the basic ideas, techniques and results for calculus of two or more variables, including partial differentiation and integration over curves, surfaces and volumes.
Applicable Analysis (20 credits)
This module will give a rigorous treatment of convergence of sequences and infinite series of real numbers and of continuity, differentiability and integrability of functions of a real variable, and will illustrate the importance of these concepts in the analysis of problems arising in applications.
Probability & Statistical Inference (20 credits)
This module will present the basic concepts of probability theory and statistical inference, and provide you with the tools to appropriately analyse a given data set and effectively communicate the results of such analysis.
Applications of Mathematical Modelling (20 credits)
You’ll be introduced to mathematical modelling in a wide variety of contexts. You’ll learn how to employ a variety of tools (including vectors and ODEs) in mathematical modelling.
Mathematical & Statistical Computing (20 credits)
This module will introduce you to R as both a data-science environment and as a general programming language. You’ll use R to import data and perform exploratory data analysis, including data visualisation. You’ll be introduced to basic concepts in scientific modelling, including parameter exploration, and you’ll be equipped for implementing and debugging simple models in R.
Compulsory classes
Applied Linear Algebra (20 credits)
This module will demonstrate the central role linear algebra plays in applied mathematics. You’ll be provided with the tools to solve equations involving matrices. You’ll see how theoretical considerations lead to efficient computational techniques, and gain practical experience of solving linear algebra problems computationally.
Regression Modelling (20 credits)
This module will introduce and provide understanding of the least squares multiple regression model, general linear model, transformations and variable selection procedures, helping you to understand their importance in contemporary technology.
By the end of the module, you’ll be familiar with, and able to perform in R, multiple linear regression, generalised linear models (Poisson and Negative Binomial), generalised additive models, and penalised regression models.
Partial Differential Equations (20 credits)
This module will provide a broad introduction to analytical methods for solving partial differential equations. You’ll develop your understanding and technical skills in this area.
Optional classes
Modelling & Simulation with Applications to Financial Derivatives (20 credits)
You’ll be introduced to ideas in mathematics and statistics that can be used to model real systems, with an emphasis on the valuation of financial derivatives.
The module places equal emphasis on deterministic analysis (calculus, differential equations) and stochastic analysis (Brownian motion, birth and death processes). In both cases, in addition to theoretical analysis, appropriate computational algorithms are introduced.
The first half of the module introduces general modelling and simulation tools, and the second half focuses on the specific application of valuing financial derivatives, including the celebrated Black-Scholes theory.
Applicable Analysis 3 (20 credits)
This module will present the main results in Functional Analysis, give you an introduction to linear operators on Banach and Hilbert spaces, and study applications to integral and differential equations.
Statistical Modelling & Analysis (20 credits)
This module will provide you with a range of applied statistical techniques that can be used in professional life. You’ll learn the fundamental principles of statistical modelling through experimental design and multivariate analysis.
Finite Element Methods for Boundary Value Problems & Approximations (20 credits)
This module will present you with the basic theory and practice of finite element methods and polynomial and piecewise polynomial approximation theory.
Applied Statistics in Society
You'll be introduced to a range of modern statistical methods and practices used in industry, commerce and research, and will develop skills in your application and presentation.
Mathematical Biology & Marine Population Modelling (20 credits)
This module will teach the application of mathematical models to a variety of general problems in biology, medicine, and ecology, with many applications drawn from marine population modelling.
You’ll see the application of ordinary differential equations to simple biological and medical problems, the use of mathematical modelling in biochemical reactions, and the application of partial differential equations in describing spatial processes such as cancer growth and pattern formation in embryonic development.
The marine population modelling applications will also introduce you to the use of difference models to represent population processes through applications to fisheries, and the use of coupled ODE system to describe ecosystems.
Mathematical Introduction to Networks (20 credits)
This module will demonstrate the central role network theory plays in mathematical modelling. You’ll see the intimate connection between linear algebra and graph theory, and use this connection to develop a sound theoretical understanding of network theory. You’ll apply the theory as a tool for revealing structure in networks, and apply the algorithms on a network using computer codes.
Medical Statistics (20 credits)
You’ll learn new statistical methodology and apply it to real data from medical research studies, with an emphasis on the interpretation of the statistical results in the context of the medical problem being investigated. This skill is necessary for the application of statistics to medical data and differs from the traditional, standard interpretation of statistical textbook problems.
Education Studies: Professional Values 1 (20 credits)
In this module, you'll explore the theoretical underpinnings of education. You'll be encouraged to engage with issues of the nature and the purpose of education, social justice and equality, and practice and policy in relation to ethical and political ideas. Throughout this module, we aim to disrupt and expand your thinking about education. You'll be asked to reflect on your values and beliefs in relation to a range of educational questions and issues and you will be presented with questions designed to challenge and refine your current thinking.
The module will give you opportunities to consider how theoretical underpinnings relate to the classroom; how your developing understanding translates into the education context; and how your own values and beliefs interact with your developing professional identity. Human Rights and Learning for Sustainability together form the basic architecture of this module.
Professional Learning Through Enquiry 1 (20 credits)
This module aims to develop students as enquiring self-reflective practitioners who are able to work collaboratively to develop skills, knowledge and expertise in an area of professional practice. Students will be supported to develop as autonomous, transformative leaders of change. Across the globe there is a growing call for education systems to be responsive to the increasingly dynamic, complex and fast-changing nature of society. Through this module, students will develop the skills and expertise necessary to respond to the changing circumstances of the learning communities they encounter.
Professional Skills: Curriculum & Pedagogy Mathematics 1 (40 credits)
The module will provide active and collaborative opportunities for you to explore how to plan discrete, integrated, and interdisciplinary curricular learning with a particular focus on the teaching of mathematics and general science.
Professional Skills: Professional Practice 1 (40 credits)
Taught both on campus and in schools, this module will enable you to become an effective teacher through learning pedagogical theory, observing experienced teachers and applying your knowledge and understanding in the practical context.
Learning on Placement (20 credits)
This module aims to give students an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in STEM pedagogical methods gained on this as well as other course modules to help learners in a variety of situations and institutions.
Placement Learning: Community (20 credits)
This module aims to provide students an opportunity to engage with their peers and learners of STEM in a variety of situations on and off campus. This will give them a real life context in which they can relate their ideas learned in their mathematics curriculum and pedagogy classes.
Applied Statistics in Society (20 credits)
This module will introduce you to a range of modern statistical methods and practices used in industry, commerce and research, and you'll develop skills in their application and presentation.
Learning & teaching
The following teaching methods are used in Mathematics & Statistics: lectures (using a variety of media including electronic presentations and computer demonstrations), tutorials, coursework and projects.
You’ll also learn through structured group work in problem-solving and collaborative student presentations.
On completion of the programme, you’ll be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge in the main areas of mathematics and the initial teacher education
- show an understanding of the principal mathematical and educational theories and a critical understanding of one or more specialised areas
- demonstrate skills in calculation
- develop and evaluate logical arguments, presenting them and their conclusions clearly and accurately
- demonstrate problem-solving skills, for example, abstracting the essentials of problems, formulating them mathematically and finding appropriate solutions
- undertake a critical analysis of data and draw conclusions from the data
- demonstrate a range of general skills, including IT competency
Assessment
In mathematics & statistics, knowledge, understanding, and subject-specific skills are assessed by coursework, assignment, reports, presentations and written examinations.
The education element of the course includes practical time observing and teaching in school classrooms.
Entry requirements
Required subjects are shown in brackets.
| A Levels | Year 1 entry: BBB (Maths B, GCSE English Language 4/C and Literature 4/C) Year 2 entry: ABB (Maths A, GCSE English Language 4/C and Literature 4/C) |
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| International Baccalaureate | Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: 30 (Mathematics HL5) (Mathematics HL6) |
| International students | View the entry requirements for your country. |
| PVG & overseas police check requirements | Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme required is required for Year 4. All applicants who are offered a place on the programme will be required to either join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or apply for an update if they are already a member. This process is completed via the University and must be completed before your placement begins. Certificate of Good Conduct (CoGC) If you have lived outside the UK for three consecutive months or more within the five years before your placement begins, including time spent in your country of birth, you will be required to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct (CoGC) or Police Certificate from each relevant country. For full details, please visit our PVG & CoGC Requirements page. |
Fees & funding
All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.
Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.
All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.
Annual revision of fees
Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that the majority of fees will increase annually.
The University will take a range of factors into account, including, but not limited to, UK inflation, changes in delivery costs and changes in Scottish and/or UK Government funding. Changes in fees will be published on the University website in October each year for the following year of study and any annual increase will be capped at a maximum of 10% per year. This cap will apply to fees from 2026/27 onwards, which will not increase by more than 10% from the previous year for continuing students.
| International | £22,750 |
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| University preparation programme fees | International students can find out more about the costs and payments of studying a university preparation programme at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre. |
| Additional costs | Course materials & costs:Class materials (lecture notes and exercise sheets) for the majority of Mathematics & Statistics classes are available free to download. For some classes, students may need access to a textbook. Textbook costs are typically in the £20 to £60 price range. These prices are dependent on format (e-book, soft or hardback) and whether bought new or second hand. PVG Scheme (Protection of Vulnerable Groups)You will be responsible for covering the cost of your PVG application:
CoGCIf required, you must also cover the cost of obtaining a CoGC or Police Certificate. Fees vary depending on the country and issuing authority. For full details, please visit our PVG & CoGC Requirements page. Other costs:£40 returnable deposit for PRS handsets. Visa & immigration:International students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Please see student visa guidance for more information. |
| Available scholarships | Take a look at our scholarships search for funding opportunities. |
Please note: All fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year. Find out more about fees.
How can I fund my studies?
International Students
We have a number of scholarships available to international students. Take a look at our scholarship search to find out more.
Careers
Graduates will have developed the skills required to teach mathematics in secondary schools and will also have experienced current innovative approaches to the teaching of mathematics based on the latest research.
Graduates will also have developed the skills required to go onto have careers in various sectors and industries, such as Academia; Accountancy; Biostatistics; Business Analysis; Computing Science; Cyber Security; Data Science; Economics; Finance; Health; Numerical Analysis; Pharmaceutical; Risk Analysis; Software Engineering and/or Development; and many more.
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Apply
This degree programme is only available to international students. UK students should apply to our BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Teaching degree.
Start date: Sep 2026
Mathematics with Teaching (International) (1 year entry)
Start date: Sep 2026
Mathematics with Teaching (International) (2 year entry)