Program Overview

Mathematics MSc

The Mathematics MSc is designed to build on your existing mathematical skills, and it allows you to both broaden and deepen your understanding of mathematics.

Course Overview

This Masters degree is designed for students interested in pure and applied mathematics. The flexibility of this course allows you to either keep your studies broad, learning a range of mathematical techniques, or have a greater focus in either pure mathematics or applied mathematics, depending on your interests. Some of the specialist topics taught on the programme include algebra, analysis, logic, fluid dynamics, and mathematical biology.

Why Study at Leeds

• Our globally-renowned research conducted right here on campus feeds directly into the course, shaping your learning with the latest thinking in pure and applied mathematics.
• Benefit from our School's close links with organisations like Leeds Institute for Data Analytics, Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics, and the Alan Turing Institute, the UK's national institute for data science and artificial intelligence.
• Advance your knowledge and skills in key areas of mathematics, both theoretically and practically.
• Tailor the degree to suit your specific interests with a large selection of optional modules, with everything from quantum field theory to coding theory, mathematical biology to astrophysical fluid dynamics – plus many more.
• Put theory into practice by conducting a project which focuses on a topic that matches your interests, giving you the chance to apply the knowledge acquired throughout the course and demonstrate independent research skills necessary for a professional or academic career.
• Access excellent teaching facilities and computing equipment throughout the school, complemented by social areas and communal problem-solving spaces.
• Experience expert theoretical and practical teaching delivered by a programme team made up of academics who specialise in a wide range of areas in mathematics.
• Enhance your career prospects and join our successful alumni who have secured jobs in many excellent organisations, including Capita, Lloyds Banking Group, and the NHS.
• Be part of a diverse and supportive community of mathematicians from all over the world.

Guaranteed Work Experience

While studying at Leeds, you'll have the opportunity to complete an eight-week virtual work experience, working on a project aligned with your academic discipline and partnered with a relevant company. This practical experience is highly valued by employers and helps you develop the skills needed to be career-ready.

Course Details and Modules

The range of modules offered in the two teaching semesters provides the opportunity to combine mainstream, advanced mathematical topics and innovative methods relating to the research interests within the School of Mathematics.

Compulsory Modules

• Dissertation in Mathematics – 60 credits: You'll be required to complete a research project over the summer. This is an opportunity for you to pursue a particular topic in-depth. Your supervisor will help you to find a project that matches your interests and motivations for studying this degree.

Optional Modules

Please note: The modules listed below are indicative of typical options.

• Models and Sets – 15 credits
• Topology – 15 credits
• Functional Analysis and its Applications – 15 credits
• Advanced Mathematical Methods – 15 credits
• Astrophysical and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics – 15 credits
• Riemannian Geometry – 15 credits
• Algebras and Representations – 15 credits
• Classical and Quantum Hamiltonian Systems – 15 credits
• Statistical Computing – 15 credits
• Statistical Theory 15 credits

Learning and Teaching

Teaching is by lectures, tutorials, seminars, and a supervised research project. Extensive use is made of IT and a wide range of materials are available to enhance and extend the material taught formally.

Assessment

Assessment is by a range of methods which may include formal examination, in-class tests, example sheets, project work, and verbal presentations. The research project will be assessed based on a written report, an oral presentation, and other outputs which may be appropriate to the project. It will contribute 60 credits to the overall total.

Entry Requirements

• A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in mathematics or a closely related subject. Successful applicants will have strong grades in mathematics modules.
• IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in all components.

Fees

• UK: £13,000 (Total)
• International: £29,750 (Total)

Scholarships and Financial Support

If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government.

Career Opportunities

This course will give you the technical and transferable skills, plus advanced knowledge that employers in many different industries value. There is a high demand for mathematicians across a range of sectors, including accountancy, finance, medicine, IT, many forms of engineering, and various government departments.

Related Courses

• Data Science and Analytics MSc
• Financial Mathematics MSc
• Statistics MSc

Rankings and Awards

The University of Leeds is ranked among the top 100 in the world according to the QS World University Rankings 2026.