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Postgraduate Mathematics courses

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    Join us for your postgraduate studies and you will work alongside internationally renowned academics whose research spans a broad range of pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics.

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Why study Mathematics at Birmingham?

In both industry and academia there is an increasingly urgent need for a new generation of scientists with advanced mathematics skills. Our taught and research programmes are designed to prepare you for a successful career in your chosen field. 

Taught programmes

  • Applied Mathematics MSc

    Most things in the real world are complex, from biological systems to the financial markets to industrial processes. Applied Mathematics MSc will equip you with the tools to understand these systems.

  • Applications of Data Science MSc

    Transform your passion for data into practical solutions. This applied programme offers immersive projects, authentic datasets, and critical thinking skills to prepare for tackling global challenges

  • Financial Data Science MSc

    This Financial Data Science programme is a ground-breaking fusion of finance, mathematics, statistics, and data science designed to propel your career in the financial industry to new heights

  • Financial Data Science MSc (Dubai)

    Propel your career in the financial sector to new heights. With a blend of finance, mathematics, statistics and data science, you’ll gain practical experience in harnessing data to inform decisions.

  • Financial Engineering MSc

    This Financial Engineering Masters programme provides the skills that will enable technically able graduates to apply their quantitative training to financial analysis now offers a January start.

  • Mathematical Finance MSc

    The Mathematical Finance MSc, taught by School of Mathematics and Department of Economics, provides the skills that will enable graduates to apply their quantitative training to financial analysis.

  • Statistical Data Science MSc

    Our MSc Statistical Data Science programme uniquely merges statistical theory with state-of-the-art data science techniques, addressing the high demand for professionals skilled in complex analysis

  • Statistics MSc

    The MSc Statistics programme offers a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses both foundational and advanced statistical principles and techniques, coupled with intensive data analysis training.

Combined taught/research programmes

Our Master of Research (MRes) programmes provide comprehensive training in mathematics and areas appropriate to professional development and research foundations. To be accepted onto this programme a high standard in a mathematically-based undergraduate degree must have been achieved, equivalent to a UK upper-second or first class degree.

  • Applied Mathematics MRes

    This Applied Mathematics Master of Research (MRes) programme involves both taught classes in Applied Mathematics and a substantial MRes thesis which accounts for almost two-thirds of the total degree.

  • Management Mathematics MRes

    Our Management Mathematics MRes programme involves both taught classes in Management Mathematics and a substantial MRes thesis which accounts for almost two-thirds of the total degree.

  • Pure Mathematics MRes

    Our Pure Mathematics Master of Research (MRes) programme involves both taught classes in Pur Mathematics and a substantial MRes thesis which accounts for almost two-thirds of the total degree.

  • Statistics MRes

    This Statistics MRes will give you the skills to tackle real-world challenges in data science, statistics, and interdisciplinary research, preparing you for impactful careers in academia or industry.

Research programmes

  • Applied Mathematics PhD

    The Applied Mathematics Research Group works on a wide variety of topics in a range of areas such as fluid mechanics, mathematical biology, financial mathematics and computational mathematics.

  • Management Mathematics PhD

    Management Mathematics PhD - our focus is on mathematical theory and methods applicable to managerial decision-making, particularly non-linear, discrete, and multicriteria optimisation. Learn more.

  • Pure Mathematics PhD

    Pure Mathematics PhD provides opportunities for postgraduate research in Pure Mathematics, especially in the areas of algebra, analysis, combinatorics and graph theory.

  • Statistics PhD

    This PhD will give you the skills to tackle real-world challenges in data science, statistics, and interdisciplinary research, preparing you for impactful careers in academia or industry.