Course overview

Our course focuses on applied and computational Mathematics, which is our team’s research specialism and a skill set highly valued by employers. You will have the opportunity to develop subject-specific skills (applicable in, for example, the biosciences, finance sector and engineering) and key transferable skills (including IT, problem solving, and written and oral communication). Formal teaching will be delivered at Exton Park, Chester. We have put together a course to cater for the needs of both Single Honours Mathematics graduates and graduates who have studied Mathematics as part of a degree – for example, you may have studied Mathematics as part of a joint honours course or as part of a physics-related degree. You will have the opportunity to work on projects directly linked to the degree team’s own research, which includes work of both a theoretical and practical nature. You will also have access to specialist mathematics computing facilities and a well-stocked library, including electronic resources.

Assessment

Assessment is through a combination of examination and coursework, including worksheets, investigations, and small projects. Your dissertation will give you the opportunity to work on a larger research project.

Job prospects

Examples of destinations of previous students on the programme include MPhil/PhD study (including industrial-based projects), data science and modelling roles in industry (including the pharmaceutical industry), commerce and the public sector, roles in financial intuitions, teaching and education, IT. Careers and Employability aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work. We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs.