Mathematics & Philosophy BSc
UCAS code: GVC5
Overview
This joint honours mathematics and philosophy degree offers a wide range of philosophy modules - from pre- Socrates to the present day - and has teaching strengths in philosophy of mind, philosophy of science and the history of philosophy. The mathematics element gives students a foundation in many branches of mathematics, including algebra, analysis, probability and geometry.
Students on the Mathematics & Philosophy with a Year Abroad BSc will spend their third year studying abroad before returning to complete a final year with King’s. Students on the three year course may transfer to the four year Mathematics & Philosophy with a Year Abroad BSc.
Key benefits
- Choose from a wide range of modules taught by renowned experts, allowing you to tailor your degree to suit your interests.
- One of the largest and most distinguished philosophy departments in the country. We are ranked 6th in the UK for Philosophy (QS by subject 2025) and 8th in the UK for Mathematics (QS by subject 2025).
- Central location gives easy access to major libraries and many leading societies, including the London Mathematical Society and Royal Society, as well as leading societies such as the Aristotelian Society and the Royal Institute of Philosophy.
- Improved career prospects, as King’s graduates are highly sought after both nationally and internationally in a wide range of professions.
- Our Mathematics department is a leading centre of research, with 100 per cent of the department’s research classed as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).
- One of the largest and most distinguished philosophy departments in the country with particular teaching strengths in philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, political philosophy, and the history of philosophy.
King's offer a wide range of opportunities to get involved in different aspects of university. It's easy to feel like a part of the community!
Course essentials
Mathematics has been studied at King’s College London throughout its history and the first Professor of Mathematics was appointed in 1830. Since then we have established a record of accomplishments in central areas of pure mathematics and applied mathematics.
The majority of mathematics modules that you will take are the same as those taken by single honours mathematicians. However, some modules have been devised with joint honours students in mind.
In the Department of Philosophy we are able to offer an extremely wide range of modules, including subjects such as Indian philosophy and medieval philosophy, which are offered by very few universities in the UK. Study of these options builds upon the solid foundation of required modules in the first and second years, although with an increasing level of choice as you progress.
In your first year you must take five mathematics modules and three philosophy modules (one from each of the History, Value and Theory groups).
In the second year, students must take four mathematics modules (three required modules and one optional module) and four philosophy modules (one required module and further modules from at least two of the History, Value and Theory groups).
Students on the four year Mathematics & Philosophy BSc course will spend their third year studying abroad at a partner institution. In the final year, there is more flexibility and you may take up to five modules from mathematics or philosophy. The modules run in each academic year are subject to change in line with staff availability and student demand, so there is no guarantee every module will run.
Special features
Optional study abroad
Key Information
Course type:
Joint honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
AAA
Duration:
3 years or 4 years with Study Abroad option
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
08 September 2025
Administrative bodies
Awarding body
King's College London and Affiliates
Regulating body
Base campus
Strand Campus
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