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  "scrapedEntryRequirements": "Typical Offer 2:1 degree 2:1 degree View full entry requirements Entry requirements You'll need a 2:1 degree in a quantitative subject with an appropriate level (2:1 or equivalent) for your Mathematics modules, which must form a substantial part of your degree.Find the equivalent international qualifications for your country. English language requirements If English is not your first language, you must show that you can use English to the level we require. Visit our English language pages to find out which qualifications we accept and how you can meet our requirements.If you are taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), you must get at least the following scores: IELTS score requirements overall score 6.5 reading 6.0 writing 6.0 speaking 6.0 listening 6.0 If you do not meet the English language requirements through a test or qualification, you may be able to meet them by completing one of our pre-sessional English programmes before you start your course. Pre-mas"
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