Applied Mathematical Sciences Heriot-Watt University

Overview

This flexible master's programme aims to provide students with the cutting-edge analytical and statistical skills needed for success in today's data-driven world. Through a diverse curriculum and real-world projects, students will gain a solid theoretical foundation as well as hands-on experience applying mathematical concepts to tackle complex challenges across various industries. 

Your Student Experience

Our expertise

Your learning in the MSc Applied Mathematical Sciences programme will be informed by the expertise of our research-active academics, whose work encompasses the following areas: 

• Machine Learning: Designing and applying cutting-edge machine learning algorithms for real-world problems. 

• Data Science: Leveraging big data analytics and statistical modelling for business insights. 
• Mathematical Modelling: Constructing and analysing mathematical models for the natural and social sciences. 

• Mathematical Biology and Ecology: Using mathematical techniques to model biological processes, disease and ecosystems. 
• Operations Research: Optimizing systems and processes in logistics, manufacturing, and services. 

• Applied Statistics: Applying statistical learning theory and data analysis for inference.

Your learning environment

With MSc Applied Mathematical Sciences you'll excel in an exceptional learning environment: 

• Innovation Hubs: As a student, you'll have access to data-driven innovation hubs like the GRID, home of the HW Maths Gym .The GRID offers exceptional opportunities to engage with fellow students and academics 
• Departmental Expertise: Heriot-Watt's Department of Mathematics has been a pioneer in applied mathematics for over four decades. Our programmes will sharpen your mathematical skills and teach to real-world challenges, including those in sustainable finance. 
• Research Excellence: In the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), we ranked first in Scotland and 3rd in UK for Mathematical Sciences research. 

The Maxwell Institute of Mathematical Sciences 

We are part of the Maxwell Institute for Mathematical Sciences, a joint research institute bringing together within a single body the research activities of: 

• The Department of Mathematics at Heriot-Watt University. 
• The Department of Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics at Heriot-Watt University. 
• The School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh. 

• We are part of the Edinburgh Research Partnership in Engineering and Mathematics, alongside the University of Edinburgh, which consists of five joint research institutes and a joint graduate school.

Employability

The MSc in Applied Mathematical Sciences prepares you to work across many industries. You will gain highly transferrable skills in mathematical modelling, data analytics, computational methods, and more.

Potential career paths:

• Data Scientist - Analyse data to uncover insights and trends to inform business strategy and decision-making.
• Business Analyst - Use data modelling and statistical analysis to solve problems and improve business processes.
• Operations Researcher - Apply mathematical optimization techniques to complex logistics and resource allocation problems.
• Quantitative Analyst - Build mathematical models to analyse financial markets, price assets, and quantify risk.
• Statistical Modeller - Develop predictive models and perform statistical inference on data.
• Machine Learning Engineer - Design, implement and deploy machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence applications.
• Financial Engineer - Create mathematical models, algorithms and frameworks for derivative pricing, risk management, and investment.