Master of Science (Honours) - Mathematics

Want to use mathematics at the highest levels in the world of work or research? Then this four-year MSci course is designed for you. It will challenge you to take your love of mathematics further and help you to develop an invaluable portfolio of skills that will set you apart in your future career. Guided by internationally recognised experts in the field, you will gain a thorough knowledge and understanding of all the key methods and concepts of pure and applied mathematics, probability, statistics, financial mathematics and the mathematics of information in your first year. You will then be free to tailor your studies to the areas that interest you the most, thanks to the courses modular structure, and in year 4 you will have the opportunity to complete a supervised project, alongside further optional modules.

This course is particularly aimed at those who want to explore the full breadth of mathematical fields, and go on to do postgraduate study or to pursue a scientific or technical career. Graduates are in demand for their numeracy, analytical skills, data handling powers, logical thinking, advanced research skills and creative problem solving abilities. A comprehensive curriculum is influenced by the department’s world-class research activities and you will study topics ranging from pure mathematics to mathematical modelling, discrete mathematics, statistics, cryptography, quantum mechanics, informatics, and financial mathematics. Staff are involved in pioneering research that is making an impressive impact on the global stage and we offer an extensive array of postgraduate opportunities. The department is internationally renowned for work in pure mathematics, information security, quantum dynamics, statistics and theoretical physics.

Join a friendly and inspiring department and you will benefit from a thoroughly supportive learning environment. It offers small group tutorials, problem solving sessions, practical workshops and IT classes, as well as generous staff office hours and a dedicated personal adviser to guide you through your studies. It also offer CV writing workshops and a competitive work placement scheme.