Ten jobs you can do by studying Maths (and why Maths is actually really cool!)
"Maths is a truly universal language." - Bobby Seagull, This is Local London
Studying maths at school or university can unlock the door to a huge range of career options, from engineering to IT, and from teaching to finance (and many many more!)
Keep reading to find out about just some of the jobs that you can go into with a background in maths, or click here to discover 1000+ job roles on our site.
Astronomer
Astronomers use scientific techniques (including maths) to study the origin and make-up of the universe.
Salary: £15k - £60k
Hours: 39 - 41 per week
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Data Analyst-Statistician
Data analyst-statisticians identify trends, create models, collect numerical information, and present their findings.
Salary: £23k - £70k
Hours: 37 - 39 per week
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Computer Games Developer
Computer games developers make games for the internet, mobile phones, PCs and games consoles.
Salary: £19k - £70k
Hours: 30 - 40 per week
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Quantity Surveyor
Quantity surveyors oversee construction projects, managing risks and controlling costs.
Salary: £18k - £80k
Hours: 37 - 40 per week
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Online Tutor
Online tutors support students who are studying courses over the internet.
Salary: £15k - £25k
Hours: 18 - 39 per week
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Actuary
Actuaries work with companies and government departments, to help them forecast long-term financial costs and investment risks.
Salary: £30k - £70k
Hours: 37 - 39 per week
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Management Accountant
Management accountants look after a company's finances and find ways to improve profitability.
Salary: £25k - £100k
Hours: 37 - 39 per week
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Secondary School Teacher
Secondary school teachers educate children aged from 11-16, or up to age 19 in schools with sixth forms.
Salary: £23k - £61k
Hours: 37 - 40 per week
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Trader
Traders buy and sell financial products and commodities to make a profit.
Salary: £15k - £48k
Hours: 40 - 50 per week
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Biomedical Scientist
Biomedical scientists screen patient samples, helping doctors and healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat disease.
Salary: £24k - £43k
Hours: 38 - 40 per week
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