About Mathematics, MMath - at Cardiff University

If you want to gain a competitive edge in the employment market or prepare for a research career, the MMath degree can help you get on the fast track to your professional goals.

Excellent facilities

You will be taught in Abacws, the new home for the School of Mathematics. This world-leading facility has been designed in collaboration with students and academic staff to create interdisciplinary, flexible and creative workspaces, with innovative teaching areas being a key feature, including a new simulated Trading Room for financial mathematics.

Specialist knowledge

Alongside learning advanced mathematical techniques, you will gain specialist knowledge and skills through extensive coverage of topics beyond the scope of the BSc degree.

Project-based year

During your final year, you will have the opportunity to complete a substantial mathematical project at an advanced level in a research area of your choice.

Flexible degree schemes

In most cases, you're free to switch between degrees at the end of year one if your interests change. You will also have the opportunity to complete a Professional Placement Year or a Year Abroad between years two and three. You don't need to commit to either of these options until the start of the second year, so there's plenty of time to decide.

Professionally accredited course

This degree is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA).

The four-year MMath degree expands on the BSc to prepare you for high-level entry into relevant professions. It's also a solid base for pursuing a research career.

You will learn the same content as the three-year BSc degree, plus an additional year of study where you will complete a major piece of project work, such as:

Not only will you explore a research topic of your choice, but you will also develop the crucial project and time management skills that graduate employers are looking for. You will also demonstrate that you are at the forefront of the discipline through extensive coverage of topics such as Mathematical Analysis, Mathematical Physics and Fluid Dynamics.

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Entry requirements for this course

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