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Université Paris-Saclay
BSc Mathematics and Computer Science
Université Paris-Saclay
Course Overview
Université Paris-Saclay's Bachelor in Mathematics and Computer Science is a 3-year double-major Licence that consistently ranks #1 globally for Mathematics in the Shanghai (ARWU) subject rankings — Paris-Saclay's mathematics department has been ranked #1 worldwide in mathematics every year since 2020. The 3-year programme is delivered jointly by the Faculty of Sciences (Orsay campus, ~25km south of central Paris) and ENS Paris-Saclay, with a dense maths foundation (analysis, algebra, probability, statistics, numerical methods) layered with computer science (algorithms, programming, formal methods, data structures, databases, machine learning fundamentals).
Sri Lankan applicants from Mathematics or Physical Science A-Level streams choose Paris-Saclay over UK Bachelor's for three reasons: the world #1 mathematics ranking (Shanghai 2024), tuition at €2,940/year (versus £30,000+ for equivalent UK programmes), and direct progression into Paris-Saclay's top-ranked MSc programmes in AI, data science, theoretical computer science, and applied mathematics. France's APS gives 12 months post-Bachelor's to convert an offer; the route into employers like Criteo, Dassault Systèmes, Capgemini, Atos, plus quant roles at BNP Paribas and Société Générale, is well-established. Returnees route into engineering and analytics roles at WSO2, IFS R&D, Virtusa, MillenniumIT ESP, and the data science teams at Dialog Axiata and HSBC Sri Lanka.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Sri Lankan Cambridge / Edexcel A-Levels: 3 A-Levels with Mathematics required (grade A or B). Further Mathematics or Physics as the second subject is strongly preferred. Plus 5 O-Level / GCSE passes including English and Mathematics.
- check_circle Sri Lankan GCE A/L: 3 passes in Mathematics or Physical Science stream — Combined Mathematics required; A or B passes preferred.
- check_circle IB Diploma: 32+ points with Higher Level Mathematics (grade 6 or above).
- check_circle Application through Études en France (Campus France) — Lanka Scholar handles the consular pre-interview prep.
- check_circle Motivation letter, CV, two academic references, transcripts. Mathematics olympiad participation or coding-contest evidence is valued.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.0 Overall (no band below 5.5) for the English-track modules.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall.
- check_circle DELF B2 in French recommended for the full French-taught Licence — Paris-Saclay runs intensive French support for incoming non-EU undergraduates.
- check_circle Waived for the English-taught modules if your A-Level / IB qualification was taught and assessed entirely in English (most Sri Lankan A-Level / IB applicants qualify with an MOI letter).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (€) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, non-EU/EEA) | €2,940 | Rs. 1,015,000 |
| Living Expenses in Paris/Orsay (12 months) | €13,000 | Rs. 4,485,000 |
| Student Visa, Residence Permit & CVEC | €500 | Rs. 173,000 |
| Health Insurance, Books & Travel | €1,200 | Rs. 414,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | €17,640 | Rs. 6,087,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Paris-Saclay Licence graduates qualify for France's 12-month APS post-study work permit. Most progress directly into the university's top-ranked MSc programmes (Mathematics, AI, Data Science, Computer Science). Employment routes: quantitative roles at BNP Paribas, Société Générale, Crédit Agricole; engineering at Criteo, Dassault Systèmes, Capgemini, Atos, Thales; plus the Paris offices of Google, Meta, Amazon. Starting graduate salaries €38,000-€50,000 in Paris. Sri Lankan returnees enter software engineering, data science, and quantitative analyst roles at WSO2, IFS R&D, Virtusa, MillenniumIT ESP, Dialog Axiata, HSBC SL data science, and Big Four Colombo data analytics practices.
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