Mathematics with Philosophy

This three-year course combines two of the most fundamental and intellectually stimulating forms of human enquiry. the idea of using mathematics to describe the universe was first introduced by the philosophers of ancient greece but it is as relevant as ever today. questions such as "what is a number?" or "is mathematics discovered or invented?" are deeply philosophical. by studying both subjects you will not only master the skills of handling complex data and finding creative solutions to problems, but you will also be introduced to the beautiful world of abstract ideas, and encouraged to analyse challenging issues, question your assumptions and communicate your thoughts with clarity. you will gain a unique insight into the world of logic that bridges the two disciplines and you will open doors to a diverse range of career opportunities.

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Our joint course will equip you with a wide range of transferrable skills, including advanced numeracy, data handling and analysis, critical thinking, logical reasoning, creative problem solving, time management and self-discipline. you will also be able to present complex ideas and arguments clearly and coherently and to carry out independent research. we have a strong record of success in helping students progress into work and further study, which puts us in the top ten for graduate career prospects, nationally (complete university guide 2015). for instance, 90% of our mathematics graduates are in work or further study within six months of leaving us (unistats 2015). our recent graduates have gone on to enjoy successful careers in a diversity of fields, from teaching, the civil service and the arts, to management and consultancy, computing, law, academic research, accountancy, finance, risk analysis, engineering and the intelligence services. we also offer a wide range of exciting postgraduate opportunities in both mathematics and philosophy. depending on your choice of courses, you could also be eligible for certain membership exemptions from professional bodies such as the institute of actuaries. we offer a competitive work experience scheme at the end of year 2, with short-term placements available during the summer holidays. you will also attend a cv writing workshop in year 2, and your personal adviser and the campus careers team will be on hand to offer advice and guidance on your chosen career. the royal holloway careers and employability service offers regular, tailored sessions on finding summer internships or holiday jobs and securing employment after graduation. with an advanced understanding of mathematics and philosophy, you will have a wealth of opportunities in the world of work. take advantage of our summer work placement scheme and fine-tune your cv before you enter your final year. benefit from a personal adviser who will guide you through your many options.

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 England 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. Royal Holloway, University of London has partnerships with the following companies: