Applied Mathematics MMath (Hons)
University of Edinburgh
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Mathematics at university encourages you to think in an entirely different way.You will develop a rigorous mindset and be introduced to new mathematical concepts not explored at school level.This new way of approaching and analysing complex problems is a particularly valuable skill, applicable to many exciting career paths. This makes mathematics graduates very employable.**Areas of study**This programme covers a broad range of mathematical topics, from abstract methods to numerical ...Read more

Mathematics at university encourages you to think in an entirely different way.You will develop a rigorous mindset and be introduced to new mathematical concepts not explored at school level.This new way of approaching and analysing complex problems is a particularly valuable skill, applicable to many exciting career paths. This makes mathematics graduates very employable.


Areas of study

This programme covers a broad range of mathematical topics, from abstract methods to numerical computation; it also emphasises their application to real-world problems.The programme's modular structure enables you to specialise in areas of particular applied mathematical interest, such as mathematical biology or scientific computing.


Why study MMath Applied Mathematics?

The MMath Applied Mathematics programme is a challenging five-year programme that takes you to masters level. It is designed for those who want to study in more depth; or who intend to use advanced mathematical and computational techniques in their careers.


Flexibility between BSc and MMath

You can change between the BSc and MMath Applied Mathematics programmes up until the beginning of Year 4, subject to strong academic performance.


Optional courses

In addition to your mathematics courses in Years 1 and 2, you will study courses in other subjects. These may be in related areas such as physics or informatics, or from the wide and varied range offered across the University, such as philosophy or languages.From Year 3 onwards, you will study only your degree subject.


Second year entry

This degree programme offers the option to start your studies in Year 2 and study an accelerated degree programme. This option shortens the length of your degree by a year, meaning the MMath degree takes four years instead of five.On this route, you will focus on mathematics from the beginning, rather than studying a broader range of subjects in Years 1 and 2.

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9th
CUG Ranking
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15th
Mathematics
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The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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85%
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Mathematics graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Mathematics graduate salary
£24,000
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A level:

A*AB - A*AA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAAAA Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

38 - 34 Grades / Points required

A*AA - A*AB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Mathematics at A*. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. GCSEs: English at C or 4.

AAAAA (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Mathematics at A. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Advanced Higher Mathematics is recommended. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. National 5s: English at C.

38 points with 766 at HL - 34 points with 765 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 7. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. SL: English at 5.

Popular A-level subjects

Mathematics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
98%
Further Mathematics
77%
Physics
55%
Chemistry
32%
Economics
14%
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£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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£28,000 per year

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£28,000 per year

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£28000 Per year

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