Discrete Mathematics (BSc) draws on areas of both computer science and mathematics. You will acquire skills in software engineering, combinatorial analysis, formal proof and algorithmic analysis. Regular individual and group projects will consolidate what you have learned by applying it to practical problems.
This course draws on areas of both computer science and mathematics. You will acquire skills in software engineering, combinatorial analysis, formal proof and algorithmic analysis.
Regular individual and group projects will consolidate what you have learned by allowing you to apply it to practical problems.
Your learning experiences throughout the course will enable you to both analyse and solve problems in an abstract sense, and realise solutions through computer software. These abilities, alongside transferable skills in communication, planning, and self-organisation are highly valued by employers.
You may choose to spend a year in industry, research institutions, or study abroad between Years Two and Three of your degree. This will be reflected in your degree title.
Entry requirements
All 2026-27 applicants will be required to take TMUA except for applicants who are eligible for a Contextual Offer – see our Contextual Offers webpage to check your eligibility.
TMUA scores will be assessed alongside other factors (including GCSEs, contextual indicators and predicted grades) to determine which applicants receive an offer.
The exact requirement in TMUA will be set once all results have been received. We cannot advise on the TMUA requirement at this stage.
Please note that applicants who do not take TMUA and who are not eligible for a Contextual Offer may not be considered for an offer.
For further details including test dates and how to register for TMUA, please see the TMUA at Warwick webpage.
A level typical offer
A*A*A to include A* in Mathematics.
A level contextual offer
We welcome applications from candidates who meet the contextual eligibility criteria. The typical contextual offer is A*AA including A* in Mathematics. See if you're eligible.
General GCSE requirements
You will need a strong set of GCSE grades including the majority at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). Your GCSE (or equivalent) English Language and Mathematics grades should be no lower than C (or 4). We also consider your overall GCSE subject profile.
We are looking for students with strong mathematical ability and A-level Mathematics or equivalent is therefore required for this programme.
Further Maths is not essential, however it is a highly recommended subject choice for a student considering Computer Science at degree level. We understand that not all schools offer Further Maths, and so we do consider applications from people with a single Maths A-level.
We will only look at your top three grades (including Mathematics). A fourth A Level will not be considered.
International Baccalaureate (IB) typical offer
39 with 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects to include 7 in Higher Level Mathematics ('Analysis and Approaches' only)
International Baccalaureate (IB) contextual offer
We welcome applications from candidates who meet the contextual eligibility criteria. The typical contextual offer is 38 including 7 in Higher Level Mathematics ('Analysis and Approaches' only). See if you're eligible.
We advise that you also check the English Language requirements for your course which may specify a higher GCSE English requirement. Please find the information about this below.
BTEC
We welcome applications from students taking BTECs alongside A level Mathematics.
Applications are considered on an individual basis and subjects with overlapping curricula will only be counted once.
Scotland Advanced Highers
A1 in Advanced Higher Mathematics plus A in one additional subject at Advanced Higher and AAA in three additional Highers subjects.
Welsh Baccalaureate
A*AA in three subjects at A level including A* in Mathematics plus grade C in the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
We will consider applicants returning to study who are presenting a QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma on a case-by-case basis.
Typically, we require 45 Credits at Level 3, including Distinction in 33 Level 3 credits and Merit in 12 Level 3 Credits. We will usually require A level Maths to be studied alongside the Access to Higher Education Diploma in order to fulfil essential subject requirements.
We advise that you also check the English Language requirements for your course which may specify a higher GCSE English requirement. Please find the information about this below.
Warwick may make differential offers to students in certain circumstances, such as those who have participated in a Widening Participation programme or who meet the University’s contextual data criteria. These offers are usually one or two grades below Warwick’s standard offer.
Do you offer foundation programmes?
All students who successfully complete the Warwick International Foundation Programme (IFP) and apply to Warwick through UCAS will receive a guaranteed conditional offer for a related undergraduate programme, for selected courses only. Further details are available in the standard offer and conditions for the IFP.
Can I take a gap year before starting my course?
Yes, Warwick welcomes applications for deferred (gap year) entry.
Will I need to interview for this course?
Warwick does not typically interview applicants. Offers are made based on the UCAS application, including predicted and achieved grades, the personal statement, and the school reference.
Your first year will establish the foundations of Discrete Mathematics and its applications, covering proof, formal arguments, rigour and calculations, as well as mathematical reasoning, combinatorial analysis and discrete structures.
In your second year, you will develop a rigorous understanding of the subject's theoretical basis, which will prepare you for later specialisation.
In your third year, you will work alongside academics on an individual project as well as focusing on applications of Discrete Mathematics to Computer Science, and completing advanced modules on algorithms and computation.
In each year of your course, you are expected to study a core group of modules and make up the required normal load for the year by choosing a set of optional modules. There is a choice of optional modules available and there may be requirements to be satisfied by the choices: that a minimum number be chosen from a specific list.
All students complete Refresher Mathematics before the start of term, a 0 credit module designed to reinforce your existing mathematical knowledge.
Note that the module catalogue is subject to change for future years of study, as we evolve our courses in response to the latest developments in academia and industry.
On 26 November 2025, the UK government announced that the tuition fee cap for UK undergraduate students for the 2026-27 academic year would increase to £9,790 from the 2025-26 rate of at £9,535.
Students who qualify for government-regulated fees are classed as ‘Home’ students for fees purposes. In future years, fees for continuing students may be subject to an increase in fees in line with any inflationary uplift as determined by the UK Government (if permitted by law or government policy).
We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Students will be classified as Home or Overseas fee status. Your fee status determines tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available. If you receive an offer, your fee status will be clearly stated alongside the tuition fee information.
If you believe that your fee status has been classified incorrectly, you can complete a fee status assessment questionnaire. Please follow the instructions in your offer information and provide the documents needed to reassess your status.
You will repay your loan or loans gradually once you are working and earning above a certain amount. For students starting their course after 1 August 2023 (on Student Finance England’s Plan 5), you will repay when your income is over £25,000 a year.
Repayments will be taken directly from your salary if you are an employee. If your income falls below the earnings threshold or you stop working, your repayments will stop until your income goes back up above this figure.
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There are many different funding routes available, including a number of bursaries and scholarships for full-time undergraduates. If you struggle to meet your essential living costs, our Student Funding team will be on hand to offer advice and support.
Provides additional financial support for qualifying Home students from lower income families of up to £2,500 for eligible students
This bursary is paid directly into your bank account in three equal termly instalments to help with the costs of studying
There is no application for this bursary as your details will be provided directly from the student support awarding bodies (Student Finance England, Student Finance Northern Ireland, and Student Awards Agency Scotland)
A number of scholarship opportunities are open to full-time undergraduate students. These include sporting and musical bursaries, and scholarships offered by commercial organisations.
If you experience financial difficulties during your studies, you may be eligible for Hardship Funding from the University, in the form of an Emergency Loan and/or a non-repayable award
There are no Departmental scholarships available for our Undergraduate courses, however there are other scholarships which you may be eligible for. Please see our scholarships web pages for more information.
Tuition fee
If you are an overseas student enrolling in 2026-27, your annual tuition fees will be as follows:
Band 1 – £27,870 per year (classroom-based courses, including Humanities and most Social Science courses)
Band 2 – £35,530 per year (laboratory-based courses, plus Mathematics, Statistics, Theatre and Performance Studies, Economics, and courses provided by Warwick Business School, with exceptions)
Overseas Tuition fees for 2027-28 academic year have not been set. In future years, fees for continuing students may be subject to an increase in fees in line with an inflationary uplift. Please check our website for updates about 2027-28 fee rates before you apply.
If you are an EU student and eligible for student finance, you may be able to get a Tuition Fee Loan to cover your fees, please visit our Student Funding webpage for guidance for students ordinarily resident outside of England.
We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Students will be classified as Home or Overseas fee status. Your fee status determines tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available. If you receive an offer, your fee status will be clearly stated alongside the tuition fee information.
If you believe that your fee status has been classified incorrectly, you can complete a fee status assessment questionnaire. Please follow the instructions in your offer information and provide the documents needed to reassess your status.
Eligibility for student finance will depend on certain criteria, such as your nationality, residency status, course, and previous level of study. The information below is based on the package of financial support available to students starting their course in 2026.
Eligible European Union (EU) Undergraduates can apply for a loan to help with the cost of Tuition Fees. Eligible EU students who meet additional residency criteria may also be eligible for a loan to assist with living costs.For more information please see Student Finance for Undergraduates - EU StudentsLink opens in a new window.
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If you are an international student, you may be eligible for financial help from your own government, from the British Council or from other funding agencies. You can usually request information on scholarships from the Ministry of Education in your home country, or from the local British Council office.
A number of scholarship opportunities are open to full-time undergraduate students. These include sporting and musical bursaries, and scholarships offered by commercial organisations.
If you experience financial difficulties during your studies, you may be eligible for Hardship Funding from the University, in the form of an Emergency Loan and/or a non-repayable award.
As well as tuition fees and living expenses, some courses may require you to cover the cost of field trips or costs associated with travel abroad.
For departmental specific costs, please see the Modules tab on the course web page for the list of core and optional core modules with hyperlinks to our Module Catalogue.
Associated costs can be found on the Study tab for each module listed in the Module Catalogue (please note most of the module content applies to 2025/26 year of study). Information about module specific costs should be considered in conjunction with the more general costs below:
Core text books
Printer credits
Dissertation binding
Robe hire for your degree ceremony
Are there any course specific costs?
Please check with the department.
Teaching and learning
Our courses offer a balance of core material delivered through lectures, small-group seminars and hands-on laboratory sessions.
Approximately a quarter of your time is spent in timetabled classes, with the remainder being used for private study, completing assignments and projects, and practical work in the dedicated computing laboratories, which are open 24/7.
Lectures within Computer Science vary in size. Lectures are the main form of content delivery within most of your modules.
Seminars are smaller classes, typically between 20 and 40 students, where you can expect a more traditional classroom experience.
Each module will include between 3-5 hours of contact time each week, consisting of between 2-3 hours of lectures and 1-2 hours of labs and seminars.
Each hour of contact time should be supplemented with at least one hour of independent study.
Your performance on most modules will be assessed by a combination of coursework and written examination. The coursework may be individual or group work and involve programming, research, writing, and/or presentations.
The final-year project work is fully assessed by a presentation and project reports. Each year contributes to the final degree classification, typically in the ratio of 10:30:60 for a BSc degree.
In addition to benefitting from a rich cultural experience, students returning from studying overseas exhibit an international profile that is attractive to potential employers.
Careers
Graduates from the Department of Computer Science in the past have entered careers in these industries and companies:
Automobiles and Aviation
British Airways
Ford Motor Company
Jaguar Land Rover
Computer Security
BAE
GCHQ
Computer Systems
ARM
Citrix
IBM
Consulting
Accenture
Deloitte
EY
KPMG
Consumer goods
M&S
Tesco
Unilever
Finance
Barclays
Bloomberg
Goldman Sachs
JPMorgan
Morgan Stanley
Research
CERN
Mintel
University of Warwick
Software Development
Apple
Amazon
D.E.Shaw
Microsoft
Google
Sega
They have pursued roles such as:
Software Engineer
Systems Analyst
Investment Analyst
Web Designer/Developer
Business Analyst
Actuary
Economist and Statistician
Computer Science Researcher
University Academic
Teacher
Entrepreneur
Start-up Owner
Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant to support you. They offer impartial advice and guidance, together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:
Computing Your Career
Careers in Tech
Computer Science SME and Alumni Event
Women in Tech
CVs and applications for Computer Science students
Our Student Opportunity (Careers) department offer a wide range of workshops, from developing confidence and interview techniques to learning how to articulate what you have to offer in order to impress potential employers. Online resources are also available, including training in drafting CVs and covering letters, practice aptitude and psychometric tests, practice online interviews, and other resources to help you research job opportunities. The myAdvantage databaseLink opens in a new window also advertises job, placement and internship vacancies that are from employers who are targeting Warwick students for their recruitment.
If you want to spend a year in industry, we support you by promoting opportunities, hosting departmental careers fairs and offering one-to-one sessions with our departmental careers advisor. If you are an Intercalated Year student, you will be supported by your Personal Tutor and our Industrial Liaison Team during your year in industry. Students working in the UK are usually visited by academic representatives to review their development during the year.
Life at Warwick
This is where your journey begins. Our campus is the heart of it all. It’s more than just a campus - it's the places you visit, the people you meet, the fun that you have; the experiences you have here will be transformative.
Within a close-knit community of staff and students from all over the world, discover a campus alive with possibilities.
Our campus is where all the elements of your student experience come together in one place. You won't be short of ways to spend your time on campus - whether it's visiting Warwick Arts Centre, using our incredible sports facilities, socialising in our bars, nightclub and cafés, or enjoying an open-air event. Or if you need some peace and quiet, you can explore lakes, woodland and green spaces just a few minutes’ walk from central campus
Follow our students around campus on our social channels to see their experiences first-hand.
Teaching facilities
Our campus is designed to cater for all of your learning needs. You will benefit from a variety of flexible, well-equipped study spaces and teaching facilities across the University.
Oculus, our outstanding learning hub, houses state-of-the-art lecture theatres and innovative social learning and network areas
Different study spaces offering you flexible individual and group study spaces, computers, printing and scanning facilities, multimedia resources and more
Supporting you
Our continuous support network is here to help you adjust to student life and to ensure you can easily access advice on many different issues. These may include managing your finances and workload, and settling into shared accommodation. We also have specialist disability and mental health support teams.
Whether you live in a campus residence or in partnership accommodation off campus, you’ll be part of a community to get the most from your experience at Warwick.
Societies and sports play a huge part in community life at Warwick. With over 300 to choose from, getting involved is one of the easiest ways to make friends and share in experiences. Whether you’re into films, martial arts, astronomy, gaming or musical theatre, you can instantly connect with people with similar interests.
Your university experience is defined by far more than your course or the career path you follow. At Warwick, it’s where you discover who you could become.
74th
Warwick is ranked 74th in the world and top 10 in all major UK league tables
Our alumni community still call Warwick home. From a few hundred in 1965 to more than 310,000 alumni, and it's ever-growing.
As Warwick graduates, our students have access to employability support for two years after graduation, including access to careers appointments, job vacancies and professional networks.
(The Complete University Guide 2026 and The Times and Sunday Times 2026 )
Top 100
in the world for Computer Science
(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Computer Science and Information Systems )
Joint 4th
in the UK for Computing Research
(2021 Research Excellence Framework )
5th in the UK
for Research Quality
(The Times and Sunday Times UK University Rankings 2026 )
What are computers capable of? How do we use them to solve major world problems? What are their limitations?
Computer Science at Warwick offers you a community of excellence across the breadth of computer science. Join like-minded thinkers and friends who relish the challenges of shaping future technology.
You will study the theoretical foundation in established areas of the discipline. You will then apply your learning to industrially relevant problems, developing technical and transferable skills which will position you excellently for your future career.
We play a leading role in five interdisciplinary research centres and are one of the founding partners of the prestigious Alan Turing Institute for Data Science. This institute – a £42 million collaboration between UK leaders in Computer Science and Mathematics – will shape policy in the UK and stimulate research activity in data science for decades to come, creating unique opportunities for all of our students.
Access the tools you need, whenever you need them.
All of our students have extended hours access to dedicated computing laboratories, each of which is equipped with high specification workstations and comfortable spaces for group work and collaboration. This is in addition to specialised hardware and software for student projects. We have specialist state-of-the-art equipment to support teaching in areas including computer graphics and high-performance computing.
This information is applicable for 2027 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply. Please read our web page 'Important information to consider before making an application' in advance of applying to Warwick.
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