Overview
If you are weighing up Mathematics MSc, the useful thing to know early is how much the entry terms vary between departments teaching it. It is a 1 year postgraduate programme, so the pace is quick and the dissertation carries real weight.
Teaching in Mathematics is assessed through practical reports as much as written examinations. We currently work with 40 universities on this course across 26 cities.
The lowest English requirement we hold on this course is IELTS 6.0, and departments asking more than that usually expect a stronger academic record too. Tuition ranges from £16.000 to £34.000 a year depending on the department, which is a real difference over the length of the course.
Send us your transcript and we will tell you honestly which of these you are a realistic candidate for, and which are worth an application anyway.
Entry requirements
AcademicA bachelor degree in a related subject. Most departments look for the equivalent of a UK 2:1, though some accept a 2:2 with relevant experience.
EnglishIELTS 6.0
Careers opportunities
One of the most portable degrees there is, read by finance, technology, government and consultancy as a proof of analytical ability. Adding programming multiplies what it is worth in the market.
Roles graduates go into
- Data scientist or analyst
- Quantitative analyst
- Actuarial analyst
- Operational research analyst
- Software engineer
- Mathematics teacher, with a teaching qualification
Where they work
- Banks, insurers and asset managers
- Technology companies
- Government analytical services and GCHQ
- Consultancies
- Schools and universities
After the course
Actuarial exams, the CFA, a PGCE or a doctorate, depending on which of the four main routes you take.
Fees and funding
Tuition, international students£16,000 - £34,000