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Mathematics underpins scientific research and development, as well as finance, engineering, economics and ICT. Graduates in either pure maths or applied maths use mathematical calculations in a wide range of work sectors to help describe, analyse and solve problems. Many jobs that require a high level of expertise in maths don’t have the word ‘mathematician' in the title. Terms such as analyst, modeller, programmer and even engineer may be used.

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Pay

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The starting salaries for mathematics graduates range from £30,000 to £35,000 a year. With postgraduate qualifications, salaries can rise to around £40,000 a year. Maths graduates earn some of the highest salaries.

After a few years' experience, applied mathematicians working in IT can earn up to around £55,000 a year. With more experience, and moving into a senior position, you could be earning £70,000 or more, especially in the financial sector.

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With a mathematics degree you can work in a wide range of jobs including business, accountancy and finance, teaching, engineering, electronics, scientific work (including meteorology and oceanography), economics, ICT and operational research.

You might work in a research institution, a university, the Civil Service, in business, finance or industry. There are also opportunities in information technology.

Workforce Education Levels (UK)

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Job Outlook Scotland

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Job Outlook Scotland and UK

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2024
4326
1.1 %
RISE
2029
4375
  United Kingdom
2024
68228
4 %
RISE
2029
70954

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Contacts

The following organisations may be able to provide further information.

Civil Service Fast Stream
Website: https://www.faststream.gov.uk
Twitter: @faststreamuk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faststream

London Mathematical Society (LMS)
Tel: 020 7637 3686
Website: http://www.lms.ac.uk/
Twitter: @LondMathSoc

Despite its name, the LMS is not simply a London society. It is a major UK learned society for the mathematical sciences.

Mathematical Association (MA)
Tel: 0116 221 0013
E-mail: office@m-a.org.uk
Website: http://www.m-a.org.uk/
Twitter: @Mathematical_A
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/136275943093334/

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