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Mathematical Sciences MRes

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  • Level of study:
    Masters
  • Entry Requirements:
    More information
  • Start date:
    September 2026
  • Duration:
    One year full-time
  • Attendance:
    Full-time
  • Course delivery:
    On-campus (Clifton Campus)
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About this course

This Mathematical Sciences Masters course will prepare you for the challenges of research in mathematics or statistics. Supported by relevant taught models and by academic supervisors, experts in your chosen specialist subject, you will undertake a year-long research project in which you will experience all stages of the research process.

You'll thrive as you study with our experienced and award-winning academic team.

You will gain deep knowledge of a chosen topic in mathematics or statistics and develop your research skills in project planning, reviewing literature, group discussions, research presentations and writing publications.

You will take two core taught modules, providing you with the underpinning theory to support your research work and how to appropriately disseminate your research to diverse audiences. You will then choose one module from each of the two option sets, broadly aligned to statistics, applied mathematics and pure mathematics.

This course benefits from the excellent facilities and equipment available in the School of Science and Technology.

  • Work with experts

    from a range of areas including quantum cryptography, graph theory, statistical analysis, bioinformatics and mathematical modelling.

  • Learn from the experts

    at a university rated TEF ‘Gold’ for teaching and learning.

  • A university campus experience

    within one of Europe’s top 25 student cities, and home to over 75,000 learners.

You will undertake a year-long research project, one compulsory module, and then choose two optional modules. You can choose modules which relate to your chosen research project or broaden your mathematical skills with modules in other areas of mathematics.

Module information

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll be studying throughout the course:

You'll study two core modules and then choose one module from each set of optional modules.

Core modules

Optional modules - Set 1 (Choose one)

Optional modules - Set 2 (Choose one)

We regularly review our course content based on student and employer feedback to ensure they remain current and relevant. This may result in changes to module content or availability in future years. Optional modules will only run where there is sufficient demand. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis to protect the academic and student experience.

Student experience

  • Mathematics graduate, Ruby Platt

    Ruby Platt

    “The lecturers here in the maths department are world class...and they teach in a way that doesn't make you feel silly or like you don't know anything.”

    Read Ruby's profile
  • Anthonia Afuape

    Anthonia Afuape

    “I did not just leave Nottingham with amazing grades but with experiences and people I will never forget”

    Read Anthonia's profile

How you're taught

In the first two terms you will study your taught modules, in which you will develop your research skills through group work and assignments, and learn cutting-edge mathematics in small-group lectures and seminars. Right from the start, alongside the taught material, you will begin work on your Masters level project, with regular structured meetings with your supervisory team.

Over the summer you will be able to really focus on your project and apply what you have learnt to a specific problem. You will learn through:

  • lectures
  • seminars
  • case studies
  • presentations
  • discussions
  • group and individual work.

Learn a new language

Alongside your studies you also have the opportunity to learn a new language. The University Language Programme (ULP) is available to all students and gives you the option of learning a totally new language or improving the skills you already have. Find out more about the ULP.

How you're assessed

You will be assessed by both coursework and written exams.

Contact hours

For each 20-credit module, you’ll spend about 200 hours learning overall. Around 40 of those hours will be taught in lectures or seminars. The rest of the time is for independent study, reading, research, or working on assignments.

Who will teach you?

Entry requirements

UK students

Academic entry requirements: 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

Applicants with relevant employment experience or other relevant qualifications will also be considered.

International students

Academic entry requirements: 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

Applicants with relevant employment experience or other relevant qualifications will also be considered.

We accept equivalent qualifications from all over the world. Please check your international qualifications on our international entry requirements page.

English language requirements: See our English language requirements page for requirements for your subject and information on alternative tests and Pre-sessional English

Policies

We strive to make our admissions procedures as fair and clear as possible. To find out more about how we make offers, visit our admissions policies page.

Fees and funding

UK students

- see the fees for this course, as well as information about funding and support.
  • £10,300

Please note that if you are considering a course that runs over more than one year, the tuition fee stated is for the first year of study. The course fee for the second year may be subject to annual review.

Find out about the extra support we may be able to provide to help pay for uni, including scholarships, discounts and loans.

Scholarships

You might be able to get a scholarship to help fund your studies. We award scholarships to those who can demonstrate excellent achievement, passion and dedication to their studies. See which courses are eligible for scholarships.

Alumni discount

We’re happy to offer a 20% alumni discount to most current NTU students and recent NTU alumni. This discount is currently available for those starting an eligible postgraduate taught, postgraduate research or professional course.

Postgraduate loans

There is a government postgraduate loan scheme for Masters degrees. The loan contributes towards costs of study, and students can put it towards tuition fees, maintenance costs or other costs at their discretion. Find out more about postgraduate loans.

International students

- see the fees for this course, as well as payment advice and scholarships.
  • £18,300

Please note that if you are considering a course that runs over more than one year, the tuition fee stated is for the first year of study. The course fee for the second year may be subject to annual review.

Find out about the extra support we may be able to provide to help pay for uni, including scholarships, discounts and loans.

Scholarships

You might be able to get a scholarship to help fund your studies. We award scholarships to those who can demonstrate excellent achievement, passion and dedication to their studies. See which courses are eligible for scholarships.

Alumni discount

We’re happy to offer a 20% alumni discount to most current NTU students and recent NTU alumni. This discount is currently available for those starting an eligible postgraduate taught, postgraduate research or professional course.

Living costs

See our advice on managing your money, the cost of living as an international student in Nottingham and how to budget.

Paying fees

As an international student, you'll need to make an advance payment as part of your offer conditions. You'll then need to pay your tuition fees in full, or have an agreement to pay in two further instalments, in order to enrol on the course.

Find out how and when to pay your fees, including information about your advance payment, instalment dates and how to make payments securely to the University.

Enquiries

If you have any queries relating to advance payments or arrangements to pay, please contact our friendly and experienced international enquiries team.

Additional costs

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include loads of great benefits, such as the use of our library, support from our expert Employability team and free use of the IT equipment across our campuses. There are just a few additional things you may need to budget for:

Textbooks and library books

Your modules will point you to key textbooks and recommended reading. Many are available online, and in our libraries, but some students choose to buy their own copies. You’ll receive resource lists showing where to access eBooks, digital resources and physical copies. Our friendly Library team is always on hand to help you find what you need.

Printing and photocopying costs

The University allocates an annual printing and copying allowance of £20 depending on the course you are studying. For more details about costs for additional print and copying required over and above the annual allowance please see the printing and photocopying information on the Library website.

Fees and funding advice

For more advice and guidance, phone the Student Money Team on +44 (0)115 848 2494.

Cost of living information and support

Managing your money can help you make the most of life at NTU. Here's how we can support you, and now you can make your funding go further.

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Careers and employability


This Mathematics postgraduate degree provides an excellent platform to apply for a PhD in Mathematics or Statistics. Your research skills mean you will really be able to hit the ground running.

If you are looking for a career in industry, the skills you have acquired on the course – independence, logical reasoning, project planning, intellectual discussions – will mean you are highly employable in industries such as finance, IT, business, teaching and consultancy.

Please note, this course does not currently offer placements.

Re:search Re:imagined

To us, research is about more than writing papers and proposing new ideas. By daring to think differently, we’re disrupting the research landscape and finding the answers to the questions that really matter. From conservation management to sustainable farming, we’re inspiring the brightest minds to rise up and find solutions to some of the most significant global challenges facing society.

  • Employability Promise

    Personalised support, one-on-one coaching and industry-specific advice – it’s all part of our Employability Promise. And it doesn’t end when you leave NTU – you’ll have access to all our careers services for three years after you graduate (conditions apply).

  • Graduate employers

    Graduates from this course have successful careers in organisations such as:

    • Sainsburys Plc
    • Boots UK
    • Deloitte
    • Domestic and General
    • National Grid

  • Our graduates are…

    Graduates from this course now work in a wide range of roles such as:

    • Research Scientist
    • Development Engineer
    • Data Analyst
    • Secondary Teacher Mathematics
    • Data Scientist
    • Senior Analyst

  • Assessed work-like experience

    We’ve embedded at least eight weeks of assessed work-like experience into all of our courses. This gives you the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world scenarios, build your confidence, and develop the experience employers are looking for.

  • NTU Enterprise

    If you’re a budding entrepreneur, NTU Student Enterprise can help you to develop your ideas and innovations and turn them into a reality. We also offer training, mentoring, workshops, financial advice and more to develop your business skills.

Campus and facilities

You’ll mainly be studying in the Erasmus Darwin Building and Teaching and Learning Building with access to facilities including 3D printers and VR to help you visualise mathematical concepts. Our Mathematics staff are based in the Mary Ann Evans Building - this is where your supervision for projects will take place.

Our self-contained, community-focused  Clifton Campus has been designed to keep students busy between lectures. Catch-up with your course mates in the Pavilion’s barista café and Refectory; brainstorm group presentations in chic and stylish study spaces; enjoy some proper R&R in The Point, home of our Students’ Union. The campus also hosts the multimillion-pound Clifton Sports Hub, offering great options for everyone — whatever your interests, and however competitive you’d like to get!

You’re also right next to the bright lights of  Nottingham — one of Britain’s top 10 student cities, and one of Europe’s top 25. All through termtime, a dedicated on-campus bus service will get you to the heart of the action (and back) in under 25 minutes. You’ll find a city stuffed with history, culture, and well-kept secrets to discover at your leisure: enjoy lush green spaces, galleries, hidden cinemas and vintage shopping by day, and an acclaimed food, drink and social scene by night.

Applying

UK students

All applications to this course can be made through our NTU Applicant Portal.

Your application

Be honest, thorough and persuasive in your application. Remember, we can only make a decision based on what you tell us. Make sure you include as much information as possible, including uploading evidence of results already achieved, as well as a personal statement.

Application task

To progress your application, you must submit a written statement of your research interests using the Research Interests form and upload it with your application.

What should you send us?

Provide a short statement (maximum 500 words) outlining:

  • your research interests, topics or subjects you wish to focus on in your research project and how they align with the department’s priorities
  • any theoretical or applied approaches you plan to use
  • relevant previous study or experience
  • summarise published key research or practical applications of the work in your chosen area

In the form, list three potential supervisors whose expertise matches your interests. You can view staff profiles via the links provided in the Research Interests form.

You can also read about our Mathematics department members and their research interests. This will help you to identify what areas of mathematical research are currently active.

What will we be looking for?

We assess how well your proposed research aligns with the department’s expertise and whether appropriate supervision is available. We’ll aim to match you with one of your chosen supervisors, but this cannot be guaranteed. If a direct match isn’t possible, we’ll discuss your interests and allocate a suitable supervisor when you join NTU.

What happens to work received after the deadline?

Submit your statement using the Microsoft Word form via the Applicant Portal by the stated deadline.  Applications without the written task will not be processed. If you’re unable to meet the deadline, please contact us as soon as possible.

By submitting your work, you confirm it is your own. NTU will retain electronic copies for the duration of the application cycle only, and submissions are used solely for the admissions process.

Keeping up to date

After you’ve applied, we’ll be sending you important emails throughout the application process - so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.

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International students

Apply online through our NTU applicant portal.

Application task

To progress your application, you must submit a written statement of your research interests using the Research Interests form and upload it with your application.

What should you send us?

Provide a short statement (maximum 500 words) outlining:

  • your research interests, topics or subjects you wish to focus on in your research project and how they align with the department’s priorities
  • any theoretical or applied approaches you plan to use
  • relevant previous study or experience
  • summarise published key research or practical applications of the work in your chosen area

In the form, list three potential supervisors whose expertise matches your interests. You can view staff profiles via the links provided in the Research Interests form.

You can also read about our Mathematics department members and their research interests. This will help you to identify what areas of mathematical research are currently active.

What will we be looking for?

We assess how well your proposed research aligns with the department’s expertise and whether appropriate supervision is available. We’ll aim to match you with one of your chosen supervisors, but this cannot be guaranteed. If a direct match isn’t possible, we’ll discuss your interests and allocate a suitable supervisor when you join NTU.

What happens to work received after the deadline?

Submit your statement using the Microsoft Word form via the Applicant Portal by the stated deadline.  Applications without the written task will not be processed. If you’re unable to meet the deadline, please contact us as soon as possible.

By submitting your work, you confirm it is your own. NTU will retain electronic copies for the duration of the application cycle only, and submissions are used solely for the admissions process.

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.

Please read our application guidance before you start your application.

We advise you to prepare and apply as early as you can as Student visa processing time can vary.

We'll send you important emails throughout the application process. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam mail folder.

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Application support

If you have any questions about applying, get in touch through our online form or call us on 44 (0)115 848 4200.

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