Mathematics has a long and distinguished history at the University of Portsmouth, having been one of the first subjects to be taught as far back as the late 1800s. In the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) 2008, 75% of the research in Applied Mathematics at Portsmouth was deemed to be world-leading or internationally excellent and judged to be either in 4*or 3* categories. This 4*+ 3* score is the best in the UK, and is matched only by the universities of Cambridge, Durham and Oxford. A degree in mathematics can lead to various career paths, so if you love mathematics but are unsure of your chosen future career, these pathways will provide you with the skills to turn your hand to many different professions within modern commerce and industry. These pathways also aim to develop your theoretical understanding as well as practical, analytical and computing skills as a foundation for developing applied mathematical solutions. You will learn advanced problem-solving skills, which can be applied in numerous ways in an extensive choice of potential careers. Mathematicians are warmly welcomed in industry, business and commerce for their analytical ability and systematic, logical approach to unraveling complex issues. These degrees will help put you at the top of their interview shortlist.

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