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Postgraduate Taught

Mathematics

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You’ll graduate with in-demand skills and a Master’s degree in a subject that opens the doors to a range of financially rewarding careers

You’ll learn as part of a tight-knit community of like-minded mathematicians.

Taught by academics working at the forefront of mathematical research, you’ll develop advanced abilities in logical thinking, problem solving and decision making.

You can choose to study a range of mathematical topics or specialise in your areas of interest.

Gain advanced mathematical knowledge, challenging and developing your abilities at the frontier of this field.

Mathematics is more than just numbers – it’s an exploration of universal truths. Studying under the expert guidance of our staff, this MSc in Mathematics will challenge and develop your abilities at the frontier of this field.

You’ll learn as part of a tight-knit community of like-minded mathematicians. And develop advanced abilities in logical thinking, problem solving and decision making. Then graduate with skills that are in high demand in a range of financially rewarding careers. You’ll also be ready to progress to further study with a PhD.

Learn

under the guidance of expert teachers and researchers
Industry-standard software
Tight-knit community

of like-minded mathematicians
Specialise

in your areas of interest
Graduate

with in-demand skills

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Course overview

Module options

About this course

Gain an advanced understanding of mathematics. And a solid foundation for any career requiring a strong mathematical background, including education, finance and engineering.

You’ll be taught by renowned academics working at the forefront of mathematical research – their expertise underpinning the modules you’ll study. You can choose to specialise in a particular area, or study across a range of mathematical topics in applied mathematics, systems biology, fluid mechanics, statistics and financial mathematics.

Our graduate seminars and projects let you work closely with experts including the opportunity to work on an advanced mathematical problem with a supervisor in your final trimester.

Our well-equipped computer labs include industry standard programming software such as MATLAB, R and CFD which you’ll work on to enhance your mathematical understanding. You’ll also prepare professional maths documents using LaTeX.

As well as technical skills, you’ll develop transferrable abilities that are invaluable for employment and further studies at PhD level such as teamwork, presentation, project management and report writing skills.

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Choose your modules

For a full Masters degree, you'll study 180 credits over the duration of your course. Some programmes offer a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) qualification or a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) qualification. For a PGDip, you'll study 120 credits, and for a PGCert, you'll study 60 credits.

Advanced Mathematical Project

In coordination with a supervisor you will choose and study an advanced topic of mathematics.

Core•20 credits

Graduate Seminar A

Explore topics on how mathematics, statistics and numerical methods are usedin modern research. The module involves regular interactive group discussions, presentations and sharing of knowledge with staff and other students.

Compulsory•20 credits

Graduate Seminar B

Learn and share the nuances of a single mathematical, statistical or numerical topic, potentially related to your project. The module involves regular interactive group discussions, presentations and the sharing of knowledge with staff and other students.

Compulsory•20 credits

Statistics

Important contemporary statistical topics are covered including regression and time series. Coverage of mathematical aspects of regression and the normal family of distributions ensures that due mathematical rigour is also provided.

Optional•20 credits

Systems Biology

Systems biology employs mathematical and computational analysis to model complex biological system using a holistic approach. Without assuming any prior biological knowledge, this module emphasises mathematical techniques with the complementary use of computers to understand emergent properties of cells, tissues and organisms functioning as a system such as metabolic and cell signalling networks.

Optional•20 credits

Asymptotic Methods

Many real world mathematical problems are impossible to solve by hand due their complexity. One of the most powerful tools in approaching such a problem is to look for an approximate solution. Asymptotic methods is a course where we teach a series of mathematical techniques to approximate solutions and in doing so see the hidden beauty in simple equations such as boundary layer theory.

Optional•20 credits

Mathematical Finance

The module covers an important part of 21^st Century applied mathematics. The inclusion of econometric modelling as part of this module ensures a treatment of relevant statistical issues.

Optional•20 credits

Applied Complex Analysis

This is a higher-level module in applied mathematics. Subjects covered in the module underpin applications in 21^st century industrial mathematics.

Optional•20 credits

Advanced Fluids

This is a higher level module reflecting specific expertise, and a proud historical tradition, that Hull has in work on fluid dynamics.

Optional•20 credits

9 Modules

Our academics

Our research aims to make sense of the world around us through a range of applied mathematics.

You’ll be taught by renowned researchers whose specialisms include fluid dynamics, mathematical biology, mathematical finance, statistics, optimisation and industrial applications of mathematics.

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Featured academic

Dr Madeleine Moore

Madeleine’s research focuses on continuum mechanics, particularly fluid dynamics. Working with industrial partners including Rolls Royce, FMC and Equinor, Madeleine explored partial slip and fretting fatigue in large machinery such as wind turbines.

Featured academic

Dr Lyndon Koens

Lyndon’s previous roles include a postdoctoral position at the University of Cambridge exploring the dynamics of microscopic devices. His international research at Macquarie University won a prestigious DECRA fellowship from the Australian Government

Entry requirements

UK
International

What do I need?

Typical offer

2:2 in relevant subject area

Typically 2.2 or above, or international equivalent in mathematics or a related discipline.

If you’re an undergraduate student at Hull, you’re guaranteed a fast-track route to this postgraduate degree, as long as you meet the entry requirements.

In order to ensure our students have a rich learning and student experience, most of our programmes have a mix of domestic and international students. We reserve the right to close applications early to either group if application volumes suggest that this blend cannot be achieved.

What do I need?

Typical offer

2:2 in relevant subject area

Typically 2.2 or above, or international equivalent in mathematics or a related discipline.

If you require a student visa to study or if your first language is not English you will be required to provide acceptable evidence of your English language proficiency level.

This course requires academic IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill. See other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University of Hull.

If your English currently does not reach the University’s required standard for this programme, you may be interested in one of our English language courses.

Visit your country page to find out more about our entry requirements.

Fees & funding

UK
International

How much is it?

Additional costs you may have to pay

Your tuition fees will cover most costs associated with your programme. There are some extra costs that you might have to pay, or choose to pay, depending on your programme of study and the decisions you make:

Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
Optional field trips
Study abroad (incl. travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
Placement costs (incl. travel costs and accommodation)
Student visas (international students)
Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and PCs on campus, but you may want your own)
Printing and photocopying
Professional-body membership
Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel, food and more.

How do I pay for it?

How much is it?

Additional costs you may have to pay

Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
Optional field trips
Study abroad (incl. travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
Placement costs (incl. travel costs and accommodation)
Student visas (international students)
Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and PCs on campus, but you may want your own)
Printing and photocopying
Professional-body membership
Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel, food and more.

How do I pay for it?

Our scholarships

We offer a number of awards, bursaries and scholarships for eligible students. They’re awarded for a variety of reasons including academic achievement and/or to help those on lower incomes.

Scholarships and bursaries are separate to student loans. And the best bit is, you don’t pay a penny back.

Find out more about our scholarships

Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

University of Hull undergraduates progressing to a taught masters course may receive a 25% discount on the cost of their tuition fees.

Find out if you’re eligible by visiting the University of Hull Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship page.

International Scholarships and Bursaries

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries for international students.

To find out more and see if you're eligible, please visit the International Scholarships and Bursaries page.

Take a look at our facilities

Computer lab

Our lab is equipped with dual-screen, high-performance computers.

Industry-standard software

You’ll have access to powerful software such as MATLAB, R and CFD to develop your skills and prepare you for your future career.

Brynmor Jones Library

Our seven-storey library is a superb learning space. As well as over a million books, there’s a variety of study areas, and one amazing view.

Open-access PCs

You’ll find over 400 open-access PCs at your disposal in our library. As well as over 70 laptops available to borrow. There’s also group learning rooms with big-screen PCs.

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Future prospects

You’ll gain in-demand skills such as logical thinking, problem solving and decision making. And open doors to a variety of financially rewarding roles.

Our graduates go on to careers in banking and finance, IT, the Civil Service, HM Revenue and Customs, management, and more. Others progress to further study with a PhD or a career in academic research.

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Make your application online now, and our admissions team will get back to you as soon as possible to make you an offer.

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