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Mathematics and Statistics MSc

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Statistics Mathematics (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

Spanning subjects across pure, applied mathematics and statistics, this MSc Mathematics and Statistics course provides a unique opportunity for you to develop specialist skills to launch a career in a rapidly evolving job market with high demand of data and numeracy experts.

Our Masters' course also allows you to further your postgraduate credentials in an advanced scientific and numerical subject.

During your one-year studies, you will gain strong skills in topics such as Machine Learning, Mathematical and Stochastic Modelling, and Symmetry Techniques. Taught by expert academics in their respective fields, you will develop exceptional analytical and computational skills. In your final semester, you will also be able to undertake a research project under the supervision of our research specialists.

The common theme amongst the breadth of topics taught in this degree is a strong focus on:

  • computation
  • analysis
  • modelling (in applied mathematics and statistics)
  • data presentation.

These are central skills that are highly valued by employers across industry, government, charities, and academia.

Study & career progression

Career roles the course may lead to include Data Scientist, Operational Analyst, Chartered Mathematician, Chartered Statistician and Research Scientist.

Modules

Under the guidance of an expert academic supervisor, you will investigate in depth a mathematical or statistical topic.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,750

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,250

Entry requirements

The minimum requirement is an Honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK University or equivalent in Mathematics or Statistics or any other relevant STEM subject with substantial mathematical content.

University information

The University of West London (UWL) is known as the ‘career university’ due its exceptionally high graduate employment rate and close connections with top industry employers. It has been ranked the city’s best modern non-specialist university (Complete University Guide, 2025), and is number one in London for student satisfaction (National Student Survey, 2024). Curricula incorporate both theoretical knowledge and practical learning...more

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