Mathematics and Computer Science

Mathematics is the universal language of science while computer science is the study of the hardware and algorithms that are used in modern computer systems. since many of the early pioneers of computer science, for instance alan turing, were mathematicians it is not surprising that these two subjects are closely related. this is a four-year joint degree programme, in conjunction with the school of electronics, electrical engineering and computer science, that combines the study of the two subjects at each level.

Studying for a mathematics and computer science degree at queen’s will assist students in developing the core skills and employment-related experiences that are valued by employers, professional organisations and academic institutions. graduates from this degree at queen’s are well regarded by many employers (local, national and international) and over half of all graduate jobs are now open to graduates of any discipline, including mathematics. according to the institute for fiscal studies, 5 years after graduation, maths graduates earn 20 per cent more on average than other graduates (ifs 2018) and are the 3rd highest earners compared to all other subjects. although the many of our graduates are interested in pursuing careers in teaching, banking and finance, significant numbers develop careers in a wide range of other sectors. the following is a list of the major career sectors that have attracted our graduates in recent years: management consultancy export marketing (ni programme) fast stream civil service varied graduate programmes (times top 100 graduate recruiters/agr, association of graduate recruiters uk) in line with queen's membership to the russell group (uk research-intensive universities), the school offers a variety of phd programmes at the cutting-edge of internationally leading research. many of our msci students successfully embark in these post-graduate programmes. employment after the course the school has links with over 500 it companies both here and abroad. we benefit from the fact that there are more software companies located in n ireland than any other part of the uk, outside of london. this offers benefits on many levels for our students, from industrial input to the content of our courses, through to year long and summer placements,as well as activities such as competitions organised by the companies etc. the prospects website provides further information regarding the types of jobs that attract computer science graduates. further study is also an option open to computer science graduates. students can choose from a wide range of masters programmes as well as a comprehensive list of research topics

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in Northern Ireland have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Queen's University Belfast has partnerships with the following companies: