12 monthsProgramme duration
20,456 GBPTuition Fee/year
3Scholarships
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Overview
Our MSc Mathematics programme is your gateway to a successful career. We provide a strong foundation in key theoretical principles and analytical techniques that are crucial in the field.
Our curriculum delves deeply into a wide range of mathematical topics, equipping postgraduate students with the skills needed to make a substantial impact in their future careers.
You will master mathematical techniques through core coursework, and our diverse electives allow you to tailor your education to your specific interests and career aspirations.
Our programme is designed to produce exceptional mathematicians who can effectively communicate ideas, models, and proofs with precision and excellence.
Earning this Master's degree will not only deepen your mathematical knowledge but will also enhance your employability.
Summer research projects under faculty guidance will enhance your practical research skills, making you a valuable asset to potential employers. Examples of project topics include:
- The Geometry of Point Particles;
- Can we Trust Eigenvalues on a Computer?;
- Braess Paradox;
- The Ising Model: Exact and Numerical Results;
- Banach Alegbras.
Our expertise
Our MSc Mathematics programme provides a wide range of expertise and research opportunities in various mathematical disciplines. These include:
Advanced Mathematical Theory: Delving deeply into the fundamental theoretical principles that underlie mathematical concepts and applications.
Applied Mathematics: Exploring the practical, real-world applications of mathematical techniques in various industries, including finance, engineering, and more.
Statistical Analysis and Data Science: Developing essential statistical and data analysis skills to extract meaningful insights from data sets and inform decision-making.
Optimization and Operations Research: Mastering the techniques for solving complex optimisation problems, improving efficiency and problem solving in various domains.
The Maxwell Institute of Mathematical Sciences
We are part of the Maxwell Institute for Mathematical Sciences, a joint research institute bringing together within a single body the research activities of:
The Department of Mathematics at Heriot-Watt University.
The Department of Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics at Heriot-Watt University.
The School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh.
We are part of the Edinburgh Research Partnership in Engineering and Mathematics, alongside the University of Edinburgh, which consists of five joint research institutes and a joint graduate school.
Your learning environment
With MSc Mathematics you'll excel in an exceptional learning environment:
- Innovation Hubs: As a student, you'll have access to data-driven innovation hubs like the GRID, home of the HW Maths Gym .The GRID offers exceptional opportunities to engage with fellow students, academics and cutting-edge technologies.
- Departmental Expertise: Heriot-Watt's Department of Mathematics has been a pioneer in mathematics for over four decades. Our programmes sharpen your mathematical skills and apply them to real-world challenge.
- Industry Links: We offer a dynamic environment with robust connections across public and private sectors. You'll gain hands-on experience solving real-world problems, supported by our high-quality research spanning machine learning, data science, modelling, statistics, and numerical analysis and simulations.
- Research Excellence: In the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), we ranked first in Scotland for Mathematical Sciences research and 3rd in UK.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Overview
Our MSc Mathematics programme is your gateway to a successful career. We provide a strong foundation in key theoretical principles and analytical techniques that are crucial in the field.
Our curriculum delves deeply into a wide range of mathematical topics, equipping postgraduate students with the skills needed to make a substantial impact in their future careers.
You will master mathematical techniques through core coursework, and our diverse electives allow you to tailor your education to your specific interests and career aspirations.
Our programme is designed to produce exceptional mathematicians who can effectively communicate ideas, models, and proofs with precision and excellence.
Earning this Master's degree will not only deepen your mathematical knowledge but will also enhance your employability.
Summer research projects under faculty guidance will enhance your practical research skills, making you a valuable asset to potential employers. Examples of project topics include:
- The Geometry of Point Particles;
- Can we Trust Eigenvalues on a Computer?;
- Braess Paradox;
- The Ising Model: Exact and Numerical Results;
- Banach Alegbras.
Our expertise
Our MSc Mathematics programme provides a wide range of expertise and research opportunities in various mathematical disciplines. These include:
Advanced Mathematical Theory: Delving deeply into the fundamental theoretical principles that underlie mathematical concepts and applications.
Applied Mathematics: Exploring the practical, real-world applications of mathematical techniques in various industries, including finance, engineering, and more.
Statistical Analysis and Data Science: Developing essential statistical and data analysis skills to extract meaningful insights from data sets and inform decision-making.
Optimization and Operations Research: Mastering the techniques for solving complex optimisation problems, improving efficiency and problem solving in various domains.
The Maxwell Institute of Mathematical Sciences
We are part of the Maxwell Institute for Mathematical Sciences, a joint research institute bringing together within a single body the research activities of:
The Department of Mathematics at Heriot-Watt University.
The Department of Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics at Heriot-Watt University.
The School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh.
We are part of the Edinburgh Research Partnership in Engineering and Mathematics, alongside the University of Edinburgh, which consists of five joint research institutes and a joint graduate school.
Your learning environment
With MSc Mathematics you'll excel in an exceptional learning environment:
- Innovation Hubs: As a student, you'll have access to data-driven innovation hubs like the GRID, home of the HW Maths Gym .The GRID offers exceptional opportunities to engage with fellow students, academics and cutting-edge technologies.
- Departmental Expertise: Heriot-Watt's Department of Mathematics has been a pioneer in mathematics for over four decades. Our programmes sharpen your mathematical skills and apply them to real-world challenge.
- Industry Links: We offer a dynamic environment with robust connections across public and private sectors. You'll gain hands-on experience solving real-world problems, supported by our high-quality research spanning machine learning, data science, modelling, statistics, and numerical analysis and simulations.
- Research Excellence: In the recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), we ranked first in Scotland for Mathematical Sciences research and 3rd in UK.
Admission Requirements
OS: A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree or non-UK equivalent containing substantial maths and/or statistics content. Applicants must have covered subjects such as: Real Analysis, Multivariable Calculus, Ordinary Differential Equations, Probability and Statistics at 60% or above.
Other degrees considered: Electrical / Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Economics.
Applicants that do not meet the entry criteria will be considered for the 2 year MSc Applied Mathematical Sciences programme.
We welcome applications from international students and accept qualifications from around the world. Please refer to the entry requirements for your country for more details.
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Entry requirements
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Value
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Deadline
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Application requirements
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Value
$218000
Deadline
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Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
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