Mathematics MSc

Key information

Duration:
1 year full time
Start date:
September 2025
Apply by:
1 August 2025 (international), 1 September 2025 (UK)
  • 95% of our research overall in Mathematical Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) 
  • Top 10 in the UK for student satisfaction with the quality of our teaching in Mathematics 

Do you want to develop the mathematical skills sought out by so many employers? Do you want to follow your passion and pursue further study in mathematics? Are you considering a career in research within academia or industry? If so, this degree is for you.

You’ll study in an intellectually stimulating environment, where you can follow your own mathematical interests by choosing from a wide range of advanced topics in both pure and applied mathematics. You’ll develop your research skills and explore in depth an area of your choice in your MSc dissertation, supported by one of our expert faculty.

Our research at Sussex plays an important role in the current development of areas as diverse as:

  • analysis and partial differential equations
  • mathematical physics
  • mathematics applied to biology
  • numerical analysis and scientific computing
  • probability and statistics.

We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We鈥檒l make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we鈥檒l let you know as soon as possible.

The Department of Mathematics has a community feel – the tutors here take a real interest in your work.”Dr Stephen Ashton
Mathematics MSc graduate

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements

You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.

Subject-specific requirements

Your qualification should be in mathematics (including joint degrees) or in a subject with substantial mathematics content. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

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English language requirements

IELTS (Academic)

Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. 

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We accept IELTS Online.

 

Check full details of our English Language requirements and find out more about some of the alternative English language qualifications listed below

Alternative English language qualifications

Proficiency tests

English language qualifications

Country exceptions

English language support

If you don’t meet the English language requirements for your degree, you may be able to take a

Visas and immigration

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Admissions information for applicants

How to apply

You apply to Sussex using our application portal

Personal statement

Yes. You must submit a personal statement as part of your application. 

If your qualifications aren鈥檛 listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us

For details on any additional costs, check out the Fees and scholarships section.

Application deadlines

1 August 2025 (international), 1 September 2025 (UK)

We strongly recommend an earlier application where possible, as some courses are in high demand and may close before the above dates. Find out more at How to apply for a Masters course

Course content

Your degree

On this course, you’ll explore a variety of mathematical subjects. You’ll have the opportunity to tailor your degree, choosing topics in theoretical and applied mathematics for both research- and practice-oriented studies. When you graduate, you’ll have strong analytic thinking, research and communication skills – ready for a wide range of professional opportunities.

Teaching

Teaching methods typically include lectures and workshops.

87%: Lecture
13%: Practical

Assessment

Assessment methods are varied and typically include unseen exam, dissertation and coursework.

15%: Coursework
41%: Examination
3%: Practical
41%: Written assessment

Contact hours and workload

Your Masters year includes approximately 1,800 hours of work. This breaks down into about 282 hours of contact time and about 1,518 hours of independent study.

Engage and actively participate throughout your studies to get the most out of your course.

Your modules

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

All year

Options

Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests. This list gives you a flavour of our options, which are kept under review and may change, for example in response to student feedback or the latest research.

While it鈥檚 our aim for students to take their preferred combinations of options, this can鈥檛 be guaranteed and will be subject to timetabling. Options may be grouped and if so, students will be able to choose a set number of options from the selection available in any particular group.

Autumn teaching
Spring teaching

Paid project opportunities with UK employers

Gain work experience by tackling a real-life challenge faced by an organisation. Learn how to develop a project, work in a team and deliver your findings to a client in a supportive setting.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We鈥檙e planning to run these modules in the academic year 2025/26. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We鈥檒l make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

We鈥檒l do our best to provide as much optional choice as we can, but timetabling constraints mean it may not be possible to take some module combinations. The structure of a small number of courses means that the order of modules or the streams you choose may determine whether modules are core or optional. This means that your core modules or options may differ from what鈥檚 shown here.

Many of my modules aligned with data science, with topics ranging from statistical modelling to machine learning. They were a perfect blend of my love for maths and interest in technology, sparking a deeper interest in how data can solve real-world problems.”Diala Abdullqader
Mathematics MSc
Read Diala’s story

Our experts

This MSc is ideal for anyone interested in theory and technique in mathematics and its use in practical applications, or in using mathematical knowledge to identify and resolve unexplained issues.Professor Michael Melgaard
Professor of Mathematics

Fees and scholarships

How much does it cost?

Fees

探花精选 students:
拢11,025 per year for full-time students
Channel Islands and Isle of Man students:
拢11,025 per year for full-time students
International students:
拢22,575 per year for full-time students

If you鈥檙e a self-funded international student, you鈥檙e required to pay a tuition fee deposit. Find out more about Masters tuition fee deposits

Living costs

Find out typical living costs for studying at Sussex

Find out about our terms and conditions

How can I fund my course?

Scholarships

Our goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people.

Working while you study

Our Careers and Employability Centre can help you find part-time work while you study. Find out more about career development and part-time work

Careers

91%

of Sussex postgraduates have completed work experience by the end of their course (探花精选 Career Readiness data at point of graduation 2023/24)

Our graduates are well prepared to study for a PhD and for versatile jobs such as:

  • data analyst
  • software developer or engineer
  • scientific researcher
  • actuary
  • investment banker
  • quantitative analyst
  • teacher.

 

Today the knowledge and experiences that I gained from my MSc are still central to the way I educate my students and lead a department of 18 academic staff.”Maureen Siew Fang Chong
Head of the Mathematics Department
Duli Pengiran Muda Al-Muhtadee Billar College, Brunei Darussalam

Design your future at Sussex

Taking the next step in your career can feel daunting, but we鈥檒l help you to explore, connect and flourish throughout your studies and beyond.

As a Sussex student, you鈥檒l learn how to tackle real-world challenges and have access to tailored programmes of careers support:

  • our Career Lab helps you to explore your options, build key skills and connect with employers. Take part in internships, community consultancy projects and insight visits, where you can learn about life at organisations including Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, Gatwick Airport and the Knepp Rewilding Project
  • one-to-one coaching with your Faculty Careers Consultant can enable you to identify your career goals, write an effective CV and prepare for future interviews
  • entrepreneurship initiatives like StartUp Sussex and Ideas Lab can empower you to turn your concepts into reality.

Explore how our Careers and Entrepreneurship team can support you

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