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.

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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

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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).

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-05 00:00:00 , National

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

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

Pass _{(recommended)}

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79

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6

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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.

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Tuition Fees

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24500 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

4863 GBP / year

≈ 4863 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time

National: £2,503

International: £12,250

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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