Mathematics (MMath)

at Cardiff University

Course structure

 

This is a four-year full-time degree. The course includes a carefully chosen balance of core modules and optional modules. Most modules are worth 10 or 20 credits and you need to earn 120 credits a year. The modules you choose in years one, two and three will inform the choices available to you later.

 

The modules shown are an example of the typical curriculum and will be reviewed prior to the 2022/2023 academic year. The final modules will be published by September 2022.

 

Year one
In Year One your core modules will cover the foundation areas of Calculus, Algebra, Analysis, Computing, and Probability. You're also able to choose optional modules up to 10 credits in another subject.

 

Much of Year One is common to all of our degree schemes so transfer to another math degree is normally possible.

 

You are required to pass all first-year modules and achieve an average of at least 50% to proceed.

 

Year two
In Year Two your core modules continue to build foundation knowledge in the areas of Pure and Applied Mathematics.You will also continue to broaden your knowledge of areas like Statistics and Operational Research.

 

There is a greater choice of optional modules in Year Two, currently making up 40 credits of your total for the year.

 

The modules you select will inform the choices available to you in Year Three.

 

Year three
In Year Three you will take a selection of advanced modules, allowing you to focus on topics of particular interest. The modules available in Year Three are closely aligned to the research interests of the School.

 

Year four
In Year Four the course develops research training and enhanced mathematical skills, especially in Mathematical Analysis, Mathematical Physics and Fluid Dynamics.

 

There is also a major piece of project work worth 40 credits, in which you will undertake novel research. This gives you the opportunity to develop presentation and communication skills, in addition to applying your mathematical skills to a research topic of your choice.

GCSE
Grade C or grade 4 in GCSE English Language.

 

IELTS (academic)
At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill.

 

TOEFL iBT
At least 90 overall with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading and 20 for speaking.

 

PTE Academic
At least 62 overall with a minimum of 59 in all communicative skills.

 

Trinity ISE II/III
II: at least two Distinctions and two Merits.
III: at least a Pass in all components.

Tuition fees for 2022 entry

Fees for home status

• £9,000    

 

Fees for overseas status

• £23,450

You can use your MMath as a pathway to the workforce where you may meet our alumni working in a variety of fields such as data science, operational research, internet technology, medicine, banking, logistics, risk management, and marketing. Or, you might choose to widen your career options to include a range of related fields by completing a PhD in mathematics, the sciences, computing or engineering.

 

Maths Careers Support

In the Spring semester of your first year, there are a range of masterclasses available to you to help support your future career prospects. The classes cover work experience, CV and covering letters, application forms, interview techniques, and an introduction to LinkedIn.

 

We have a regularly-updated student jobs board featuring a range of volunteering, internship, placement, and graduate opportunities. Plus, we organise a full programme of student and employer presentations every year with employers, such as Lloyds Banking Group, HSBC, PwC, Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, Sainsburys, Network Rail, GSK, Office of National Statistics, Welsh Government, the MOD, Welsh Water, and the Met Office.

 

The School of Mathematics also has a Careers Management Skills Programme, presentations by students returning from industry and a range of sponsored prizes awarded for academic achievement.