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Mathematics MSc

Overview

Our course focuses on applied and computational Mathematics, which is our team's research specialism and a skill set highly valued by employers. You will have the opportunity to develop subject-specific skills (applicable in, for example, the biosciences, finance sector and engineering) and key transferable skills (including IT, problem solving, and written and oral communication).

Study Options

• Full-Time, Part-Time at Exton Park, Chester
• Full-Time with Project/Placement Year (MSc) at Exton Park, Chester

Level

• Postgraduate

UCAS Code

• N/A

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Jan 2026, Oct 2026

Duration

• 1 year full-time, up to 3 years part-time

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £8,775 for the full course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £15,000 for the full course (2025/26)

Course Leader

• Dr Justin Mcinroy

Optional 2-year Master's To Suit Your Needs

• Professional Placement MSc
• Professional Project MSc

Why You'll Love It

• Small group teaching and student involvement
• Learn from research active staff
• Excellent learning facilities

What You'll Study

• Year 1:
  • Research Methods and ICT for Mathematics (20 Credits) Core
  • Numerical Methods: Convergence & Stability Theory (20 Credits) Core
  • Mathematical Ecology (20 Credits) Core
  • Stochastic Calculus, Stochastic Differential Equations and Applications (20 Credits) Core
  • Functional Analysis (20 Credits) Core
  • Partial Differential Equations (20 Credits) Core
  • Research Dissertation (60 Credits) Option

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr Justin Mcinroy
• Dr Zachiri Mckenzie
• Dr Yubin Yan
• Dr Majduleen Zeyadeh
• George Dewhirst

How You'll Learn

• Teaching is via lectures, tutorials, problem-solving classes and workshops
• Assessment is via examination and coursework
• This course is designed around in-person study
• There may be some online learning activities

Entry Requirements

• Home Students:
  • Honours degree
  • Applicants would normally be expected to hold a Mathematics-related first degree (minimum of 2:2 honours)
• International Students:
  • Honours degree
  • Applicants would normally be expected to hold a Mathematics-related first degree (minimum of 2:2 honours)

English Language Requirements

• For more information on our English Language requirements, please visit International Entry Requirements

Fees and Funding

• Home Students:
  • £8,775 for a full-time course (2025/26)
• International Students:
  • £15,000 for a full-time course (2025/26)
• Additional Costs:
  • The professional placement/project year will cost an additional £2,750, due at the start of the second year of the course
• Bursaries:
  • The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester
• Modern learning resources and library
• Fitness facilities
• Student Services
• Chapel, chaplaincy and multi-faith spaces
• Accommodation
• Catering

Your Future Career

• Job prospects:
  • MPhil/PhD study (including industrial-based projects)
  • Data science and modelling roles in industry (including the pharmaceutical industry)
  • Commerce and the public sector
  • Roles in financial institutions
  • Teaching and education
  • IT
• Careers service:
  • The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences

Related Courses

• Applied Science MRes
• Research degree- PhD

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