Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Mathematics in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University
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Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
28,200
(c. USD37,735.83)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our MSc Mathematics program immerses you in the captivating, rigorous, and beautiful realm of mathematics, advancing your expertise from a Bachelor's level to a stage where you can initiate original research in both pure and applied mathematics. The curriculum blends structured courses in theoretical and practical mathematics with independent study components that cultivate essential skills for academic research and professional environments, culminating in a dissertation project supervised by active researchers. This intensive one-year program serves as perfect groundwork for pursuing a PhD, entering research fields, or joining technology-driven organizations. You'll acquire profound mathematical insights and develop sought-after competencies valued by diverse employers.
Career opportunities - Advanced quantitative abilities combined with logical reasoning and analytical prowess open doors to numerous fulfilling professions. Mathematicians are highly sought after in sectors including energy (oil and nuclear), healthcare, information technology, various engineering disciplines, and government agencies. Postgraduate qualifications enhance prospects for roles in operational research, pharmaceutical statistics, weather forecasting, engineering design, financial services, actuarial science, and technology positions. Public sector organizations like the Office for National Statistics and the Met Office also recruit mathematics graduates. For those inclined toward academia, this program provides excellent preparation for doctoral studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Typically, you will need to have either:
a 2:1 honours degree in mathematics or a related discipline with a strong mathematical component, covering basics of real analysis and linear algebra, or, an equivalent international degree
a university-recognised equivalent academic qualification
or relevant professional experience evidenced by a reference. The reference must be from your employer to evidence that you currently work in an area relevant to the programme. This should be signed, dated and less than six months old at the time you submit your application.
English Language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with 6.0 in all subskills, or an accepted equivalent.
Other essential requirements:
You will also need to provide an academic or professional reference to support your application. Your referee should comment on your academic ability, work ethic, and general character. References should be signed, dated and less than six months old at the time you submit your application.
TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with a minimum of 20 in each subskill
International Baccalaureate Language A- HL 4 or SL 5
a 2:1 honours degree in mathematics or a related discipline with a strong mathematical component, covering basics of real analysis and linear algebra, or, an equivalent international degree
a university-recognised equivalent academic qualification
or relevant professional experience evidenced by a reference. The reference must be from your employer to evidence that you currently work in an area relevant to the programme. This should be signed, dated and less than six months old at the time you submit your application.
English Language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with 6.0 in all subskills, or an accepted equivalent.
Other essential requirements:
You will also need to provide an academic or professional reference to support your application. Your referee should comment on your academic ability, work ethic, and general character. References should be signed, dated and less than six months old at the time you submit your application.
TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with a minimum of 20 in each subskill
International Baccalaureate Language A- HL 4 or SL 5
Tuition
GBP
28,200