We use cookies to ensure the best user experience and to serve tailored advertising. To learn more about our cookies and how to manage them, please visit our Cookie Policy
We use cookies, which are small text files, to improve your experience on our website and to show you personalised content. Information might be about you, your preferences or your device and is mostly used to make the site work as you expect it to. The information does not usually directly identify you, but it can give you a more personalised web experience. You can accept all cookies or manage cookies individually. Blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.
You can change your cookies preference and bring Manage cookies screen at any time by visiting our Cookies Notice page. PLEASE NOTE inactivating performance or marketing cookies will require clearing your browsing data through your browser page settings.
For more detailed information about the cookies we use, or how to clear your browser data see our Cookies Notice
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always active
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. Strictly Necessary cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. The cookies collect information in a way that does not directly identify anyone. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. They enable basic functions such as seeing recently viewed products or searches. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by social media services or our advertising partners. Social media cookies enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building up a profile of your interests. If you do not allow these cookies you may not be able to use or see the content sharing tools. Advertising cookies may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will still see ads, but they will not be tailored to your interests.If you wish to inactivate these cookies after acceptance, please follow the advice in our cookies notice
University course intakes maybe affected by Coronavirus (COVID -19).Latest info
Course info
Students on the MSc Mathematics will enhance their ability to apply analytical techniques, perform the clear logical thinking and deductive reasoning necessary to explore complex patterns and structure.Course informationThe MSc in Mathematics consists of two semesters of taught courses run by the School of Mathematics and Statistics, followed by a dissertation undertaken over the summer months. This programme is particularly suited for those seeking a career in academic mathematical research or
...
READ MORE
Students on the MSc Mathematics will enhance their ability to apply analytical techniques, perform the clear logical thinking and deductive reasoning necessary to explore complex patterns and structure.
Course information
The MSc in Mathematics consists of two semesters of taught courses run by the School of Mathematics and Statistics, followed by a dissertation undertaken over the summer months. This programme is particularly suited for those seeking a career in academic mathematical research or a mathematics-related career in the private sector.
Highlights
A range of advanced mathematical and statistical module choices are offered.
Covers various pure and applied mathematics areas at an advanced level.
Students are prepared to pursue research in mathematics.
Students will have the opportunity to be taught in small groups, and work closely during the dissertation, with leading experts in their fields.
Regular seminars are held, given by experts from within and out with the School.
Careers
MSc in Mathematics graduates hold positions at leading universities or companies in areas as diverse as business administration, computer science and modelling, fisheries laboratories and pure mathematics.
Recent graduates at Masters and Doctoral level have found employment in:
government agencies including GCHQ
large consulting firms and major financial institutions including Scottish and Southern Energy, RBS, Capital One, American Express, Goldman Sachs and Tesco Bank
the computer industry
wildlife and conservation managers including the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS).
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£20,370
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.