Overview
The Mathematics course from The Open University UK has been designed for students who want to delve more deeply into particular aspects of pure and applied mathematics, and can be used as a stepping stone to a masters in mathematics.
Key features of the course
- Extends your understanding of key areas of mathematics, including analytic number theory, advanced calculus and differential equations
- A wide choice of modules enables you to tailor the course to your needs
- The opportunity to top up to our MSc in Mathematics in just one more year
Career relevance
Mathematics postgraduates can be found throughout industry, business and commerce, in the public and private sectors. Employers value the intellectual rigour and reasoning skills that mathematics students can acquire, their familiarity with numerical and symbolic thinking and the analytic approach to problem-solving which is their hallmark.
There are a variety of reasons for studying mathematics at postgraduate level. You may want a postgraduate qualification in order to distinguish yourself from an increasingly large graduate population.
You may find that your undergraduate mathematical knowledge is becoming insufficient for your career requirements, especially if you are hoping to specialise in one of the more mathematical areas, which are becoming more sought after by employers.
Or you may want to move to a PhD in Mathematics. The extent of opportunities is vast and mathematics postgraduates are equipped with skills and knowledge required for jobs in fields such as finance, education, engineering, science and business, as well as mathematics and mathematical science research.
Programme Structure
Modules included:
- Calculus of variations and advanced calculus
- Analytic number theory
- Advanced mathematical methods
- Approximation theory
- Galois theory
- Coding theory
- Nonlinear ordinary differential equations
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Mathematics Applied Mathematics View 12 other Masters in Applied Mathematics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
You should normally have a minimum of either:
- a 2:2 honours degree in mathematics or
- a 2:1 honours degree in a subject with a high mathematical content.
If you don’t have such a qualification, your application will still be considered, but you may be asked to complete an entry test. Non-graduates will not normally be admitted.
Tuition Fee
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International
6960 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6960 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
6960 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6960 GBP per year during 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.