Highlights
Tuition fee
25350 GBP / year
5238 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
25350 GBP / year
5238 GBP / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
York, United Kingdom
Campus location
York, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Mathematics (by research) programme from University of York will culminate in a thesis on a topic agreed between you and your supervisor. Your thesis must contain a substantial piece of research which includes some original work. 

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Overview

The Mathematics (by research) degree research delivered by the University of York  could include new ideas, or original commentary on material which is currently considered to be at the forefront of mathematical knowledge. 

Quick Facts:

  • Work on your thesis is guided by regular meetings with your supervisor.  You'll be assessed wholly on the basis of your thesis, although your degree can include some taught modules.
  • At the end of your degree, you'll have up to three months to finish writing up your research.
  • Assessment for the award of the degree of MSc Mathematics (by research) will be by an examination of your thesis. While an oral (viva voce) examination is only necessary if requested by the examiners, you will normally be invited to give a seminar presentation about your research to the other members of your research group.
  • The expectation of the Department of Mathematics is that a thesis submitted for the MSc (by research) degree will typically consist of between 50 and 80 A4 sized pages

Programme Structure

  • The thesis is to be examined by one internal examiner (who should not be the main supervisor) and one external examiner, the appointment of which must follow the usual practice for MPhil and PhD examiners. 
  • The candidate will be required to give an internal seminar, to be attended by the internal examiner. This is part of the process of verifying that the thesis is the candidate's own work. 
  • A viva will not usually be required, but examiners may insist on one at their discretion.
  • Each examiner produces an independent report and makes a recommendation either for the award (perhaps subject to minor corrections) or against the award (sometimes with a referral for resubmission after more substantial corrections). 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

If you're an international student, it's best to apply at least three months before your intended start date.

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
105
TOEFL® IBT
OR
79
PTE Academic
51
IELTS
6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • York, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Upper Second Class
Pass (recommended)

English requirements

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105
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79
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51
IELTS
6

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • To apply for this course you should hold, or expect to hold, a Bachelors degree in Mathematics with a 2:1 or first-class honours (or overseas equivalent), or a Bachelor's degree in which Mathematics has formed a substantial part of the course. 

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    25350 GBP / year
    ≈ 25350 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    5238 GBP / year
    ≈ 5238 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time

  • National: £2,503
  • International: £12,250

Living costs

York

United Kingdom
646 - 1124 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Mathematics (by research).

Available Scholarships

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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Jun 2027
MSc Mental Health Research Scholarship

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Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
Terry Ward Scholarship

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Grant
8000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Global Impact Masters Scholarship

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Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
15 May 2027
Xenophanes Scholarship

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Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
06 May 2027
English and Related Literature MA Scholarships

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
2000 GBP
Deadline
07 Jun 2027
Dame Janet Baker Masters Scholarship
Merit-based

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University of York
York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
11 May 2027
GREAT Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
27 Feb 2027
Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL)

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 May 2027
Sam Pegram Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Jun 2027
Lower and Lower-Middle Income Countries Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
8000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
York Minster Choral Scholarships

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
IPC Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
Merit-based

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1600 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
Feilden Centenary Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
York Graduate Loyalty Discount

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
07 Jun 2027
Matt Dibble MA Music Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1500 GBP
Deadline
07 Jun 2027
Paynter Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
International Masters Achievement Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
06 May 2027
English and Related Literature Overseas MA Scholarships

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
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Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
15 May 2027
David Efird Masters Scholarship

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Provided by university
Grant
14880 GBP
Deadline
18 May 2027
Equal Access Scholarship (postgraduate)

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Jun 2027
Nonhebel Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
Terry Suthers Scholarship

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1500 GBP
Deadline
07 Jun 2027
Holmes Scholars
Merit-based

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York, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
01 Jul 2027
C and JB Morrell Trust Bursaries

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York, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster

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Education USA
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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ServiceScape
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Aga Khan Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
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Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
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Amber Scholar
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1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
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4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
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500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
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1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
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1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
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5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
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Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
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Leopold Figl Foundation
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Various benefits
Deadline
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British Council Women in STEM Scholarships

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500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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Simmons and Fletcher
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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European Commission
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
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12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
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