
Mathematics (MMath)
University of SouthamptonHighfield, Southampton
Course overview
On this MMath Mathematics degree, you’ll work with leading researchers who’ll introduce you to pure and applied maths. Learn advanced mathematical and statistical concepts, covering topics from cryptography to black holes. You’ll graduate with the technical skills sought after by employers in finance, commerce, industry and research.
The first 3 years of this integrated master's degree are similar to both the Mathematics and the Mathematics with Statistics courses, covering: algebra calculus number theory statistics mathematical modelling In the fourth year, you’ll study advanced concepts such as representation theory, harmonic analysis, advanced general relativity or Lie groups. There is also an MMath Mathematics with Statistics pathway available as part of this programme. Following the Statistics pathway you could study topics such as machine learning, survival analysis and other modern applications of statistics.
As part of this course you’ll: study advanced research methods in alge
Key highlights
- Taught by leading researchers across pure and applied mathematics
- Topics range from cryptography to black holes
- Fourth year covers representation theory, harmonic analysis or Lie groups
- Optional Statistics pathway including machine learning and survival analysis
- Integrated master's with study of advanced research methods
- Technical skills sought by employers in finance, commerce and industry
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAA — AAA or AABB including Mathematics (grade A) If a STEP paper is taken alongside three A-levels then the offer will be AAB including Mathematics (grade A).
- A-level: AAB — to include including Mathematics (grade A) and grade A in the EPQ; with EPQ
- A-level: AA — to include including Mathematics DD; combined with BTEC
- BTEC: DD — BTEC National Diploma; combined with A levels; BTEC Diploma; combined with A levels
Scholarships
Biological Sciences Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Business School Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Economic, Social and Political Sciences Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Education School Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Engineering Global Talent Scholarship
Up to 5 scholarships of £2,000 are available to international students for the first 3 years of study on an undergraduate degree within the School of Engineering.
Up to £2,000Geography and Environmental Science Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Health Sciences Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Law School Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Ocean and Earth Science Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Physics and Astronomy Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Psychology Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
School of Mathematical Sciences Undergraduate International Scholarship
Up to £4,500 off the first year of tuition fees.
Southampton Arts and Humanities Deans Global Talent Scholarship
Successful applicants will get £10,000 towards their tuition fees.
Up to £10,000Southampton Chemistry Deans International Scholarship
If you are awarded this scholarship, you'll get £5,000 towards your tuition fees in your first year of study.
Up to £5,000Southampton Electronics and Computer Science Global Scholarship
There are 12 scholarships for £5000 each.
Up to £5,000Southampton Physics and Astronomy Achievement Scholarship
The scholarships are renewable for subsequent years of study (subject to continuing academic performance) for up to £20,000 total. There are 10 stipend scholarships of £5,000.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Financial analyst
- Actuary
- Data scientist
- Statistician
- Research mathematician
- Cryptographer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £24,800 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 University of Southampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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