Mathematics, MSc
Swansea UniversityBay Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc in Mathematics is ideal if you want to build on your BSc, extend your knowledge through a wider spread of topics, and demonstrate your literature research skills with an extended dissertation. You will study different elements of mathematics such as mathematical elements of computing, and develop your research, project management, and written communication skills. Our extensive expert support helps to shape your dissertation into an excellent foundation for your future career.
Upon graduation you will be a knowledgeable mathematician with the proven skills to independently deliver a substantial project. This gives you a distinct edge in the increasingly competitive jobs market.
Key highlights
- Builds on undergraduate study across a wider spread of mathematical topics
- Extended dissertation demonstrating literature research skills
- Includes study of mathematical elements of computing
- Develops research, project management and written communication skills
- Expert support helps shape the dissertation towards your future career
- Graduates can independently deliver a substantial mathematical project
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — 2:2.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Data Analyst
- Actuarial Analyst
- Operational Research Analyst
- Statistician
- Mathematics Teacher
- Research Assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,900 per year | International: £26,250 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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