Applying to St Hugh’s for Mathematics, Computer Science and Joint Schools
Mathematics, Computer Science and Joint Schools form a strong component within the College and makes a substantial contribution to the Mathematical Institute, Department of Statistics and Department of Computer Science. The college has an active Mathematics society, and an excellent Mathematics collection in the library.
We aim to admit students that have the greatest potential, regardless of their backgrounds. Many students applying for Mathematics and the joint schools have double Mathematics at A-level, but every year we take some applicants who have either single A-level, or a single A-level and AS-level in further Mathematics. We also welcome those with other types of qualification, including the IB and Scottish Highers. We are looking for ability, enthusiasm and determination. A good number of our students proceed to take higher research degrees.
Choosing St Hugh’s for Mathematics, Computer Science and Joint Schools
St Hugh’s is fortunate to have 5 Tutorial Fellows in Mathematics and Computer Science: Professor James Martin, Professor Ruth Baker, Dr Tom Sanders, Professor Harald Oberhauser, and Professor Alessandro Abate.
I think the subject is epic — it is literally the language that the universe is written in – there is nothing else – Dr Tom Sanders
Studying and Living at St Hugh’s
St Hugh’s Computer Science alumnae have long been at the forefront of the field — from contributing to the codebreaking efforts at Bletchley Park alongside Alan Turing to leading teams at top technology companies such as Apple. We host multiple events each year in collaboration with the Oxford Women in Computer Science Society and create opportunities for alumnae to connect with current students.
Course Information
G100
We aim to take 12 -15 students in total a year in Maths, the three joint courses (Mathematics and Computer Science, Philosophy or Statistics) and Computer Science.
A-Levels: A*A*A with the A*s in Mathematics and Further Mathematics (if available). For those whom Further Mathematics is not available: either A*AAa with A* in Mathematics and a in AS-level Further Mathematics or A*AA with A* in Mathematics.
Advanced Highers: AA/AAB
International Baccalaureate (IB): 39 (including core points) with 766 at HL (the 7 must be in Higher Level Mathematics)
Any other equivalent qualification: View information on other UK qualifications, and international qualifications
Candidates are expected to have Mathematics to A-level (A* grade), Advanced Higher (A grade), Higher Level in the IB (score 7) or another equivalent. Further Mathematics is highly recommended.
All candidates must take the Mathematics Admissions Test (MAT) as part of their application.
All the information you need to arrange to take your test as well as how best to prepare can be found on your test page.
You do not need to submit written work as part of an application for this course.
- 3 years (BA)
- 4 years (MMath)
