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Cardiff University: School of Mathematics
At Cardiff School of Mathematics, you will encounter some of the best mathematicians in the UK, a cutting-edge research community, and a wide range of courses and modules to choose from.
Led by academics that live and breathe their subjects, our teaching benefits from a blend of pioneering research, coupled with established traditional mathematical approaches and the needs of modern technology, to ensure our students education is at the forefront of the discipline.
Postgraduate taught courses:
We offer five taught full-time MSc degrees with the two most popular programmes available on a full-time or part-time basis. There’s a wide selection of optional modules to choose from, and plenty of opportunities for you to develop the professional skills that employers are looking for. Some of our courses offer the opportunity to work with well-known companies in the UK and further afield, to solve real world problems.
Take a look at our courses below:
- Business Analytics (MSc) in partnership with Cardiff Business School
- Data Science and Analytics (MSc)
- Mathematics (MSc) (full-time only)
- Operational Research and Applied Statistics (MSc)
Postgraduate research courses:
There is also the opportunity to study for an MPhil or PhD research degree in:
- Pure Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
- Operational Research, Probability and Statistics
For more information, take a look at the research interests of our research groups to inspire you for an area of postgraduate research.
Our facilities
We are based in the outstanding building named Abacws, which includes facilities designed to encourage interaction and innovation through collaborative study spaces and research areas. The building is located in a central position within the university campus, and is within a five minute walk of the main city shopping complex and Cardiff’s Civic Centre.
Take a tour of the Abacws building to discover the facilities and the school.
Our stats:
94.7% of Mathematics graduates in employment or other activity 15 months after graduation*
2nd best Students’ Union in the UK**
Top 12 UK University for employability in the Global University Employability Ranking ***
90% of our research has been confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent. This means it’s making a real difference in the world. ****
Cardiff was voted most friendly UK city in 2023****
A student-friendly city
Cardiff – one of the UK’s most welcoming, affordable, safe and student-friendly cities – offers students a vibrant environment in which to live and study. With students making up around 20% of the city’s population, Cardiff has a youthful, inclusive feel and a strong sense of community.
Beyond campus, the city boasts world-class sporting events, arts and culture, excellent shopping, and a thriving food scene. Beaches, national parks, and mountains are all within easy reach, offering students a unique balance of urban and outdoor living.
Cardiff is exceptionally well connected, with excellent public transport links and direct train services to London and other major UK cities – all just around two hours away – making it an ideal base for international students.
Supportive and inclusive student experience
With over 2,200 postgraduates from more than 115 countries, Cardiff University offers a truly global experience.
Cardiff offers a supportive environment through personalised academic mentoring, free IT tools and software, and extensive student services. The Centre for Student Life offers a wide range of services to support students. These include financial advice, visa and immigration guidance, career support for international students, and help with health and wellbeing.
Additionally, students can access disability support, mentoring, academic skills coaching (including English and maths), and residence support. Assistance with settling into university is also available. For students with families, the university offers childcare services, providing essential support for those balancing studies and parenting.
Postgraduate students benefit from tailored services including exclusive events, social opportunities, postgraduate-only study areas, and networking opportunities through the Postgraduate Association.
The Doctoral Academy provides additional resources and tailored support for research students, while all students are assigned a personal tutor to guide them through academic matters.
For those interested in learning more about life in Cardiff, prospective students can chat online with current Cardiff University students to get firsthand insights about living and studying here.
*Graduate Outcomes 2021-22
**Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024
***Times Higher Education 2024
****Research Excellence Framework, 2021 3
*****Condé Nast Traveller, 2023 4
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