Queen Mary, University of London MSc in Mathematics (with options in Statistics)
Further information Professor Leonard Soicher Programme Director, MSc in Mathematics School of Mathematical Sciences Queen Mary, University of London Mile End Road London E1 4NS UK Email: maths-pg@qmul.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5454
The School of Mathematical Sciences offers a flexible MSc in Mathematics, with options in Statistics. The MSc programme is offered full-time over one year or part-time over two. We offer: • helpful, enthusiastic academic staff who are world-experts in their fields • a large shared office space and dedicated computer network for MSc students, fostering a friendly and co-operative learning environment • modern on-campus accommodation generally available for students from outside London • modules in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and probability and statistics
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The MSc in Mathematics includes a project dissertation, and can provide excellent preparation for those interested in pursuing research in mathematics or statistics. Our unique fast-track statistics option prepares students who have only first-year undergraduate knowledge in probability and statistics to be able to take our advanced statistics modules, and so prepare students for careers in statistics. Modules Students are required to take eight lecture modules. Up to two of these may be approved advanced undergraduate modules, normally up to two may be approved astronomy MSc modules and up to two may be approved postgraduate mathematics modules offered at other Colleges of the University of London (subject to timetabling and bureaucratic constraints). The remainder of a student's modules (usually most) are chosen from MSc-level modules in mathematics and in statistics offered by the School of Mathematical Sciences. These normally include:
• a flexible MSc programme, in which a student may choose modules in different areas or specialise in one
• Extremal Combinatorics / Advanced Combinatorics
• a fast-track statistics option.
• Group Theory / Further Topics in Algebra
Overview of programme The modules are concentrated in the following subject streams: • pure mathematics (especially algebra and combinatorics) • applied mathematics (especially dynamical systems, complex systems, computing and astronomy) • probability and statistics. Students can study mostly pure mathematics, pure and applied mathematics (including, if desired, some astronomy and relativity), or mathematics and statistics.
• Topology / Measure Theory and Probability • Dynamical Systems / Complex Systems • Scientific Computing
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Entry requirements The normal entry requirement for the MSc in Mathematics is the equivalent of a British first or good upper-second class honours degree in mathematics, or in mathematics with another subject, such as statistics, philosophy, physics or computing. In addition, the undergraduate modules you have taken must provide sufficient background to enable you to take an appropriate selection of our MSc modules. The English language requirement for international students is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. Bursaries We expect to be able to offer a £1,000 scholarship to each MSc applicant who achieves the equivalent of a British first-class honours degree in mathematics and has no official source of funding. Early application to the MSc is advised to secure a scholarship offer. Application procedure You can apply online for the MSc in Mathematics programme. The link to the application form can be found at http://www.maths.qmul.ac.uk/prospectivestudents/msc-maths/application-procedure If you prefer to submit a paper application, please contact the postgraduate administrator (maths-pg@qmul.ac.uk / +44 (0)20 7882 5454). She will also be able to help with any queries regarding the application process.
• Applied Statistics / Bayesian Statistics • Mathematical Statistics / Computational Statistics • Topics in Probability and Stochastic Processes.
Completed applications, including full university module transcripts and references, should be returned as soon as possible, and no later than 20 August. Contact Professor Leonard Soicher Programme Director, MSc in Mathematics School of Mathematical Sciences Queen Mary, University of London Mile End Road London E1 4NS UK email: maths-pg@qmul.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5454
‘I really enjoyed the fact that I was able to get everything I wanted out of my MSc. In my first semester, I followed a refresher module on statistics and then tried new subjects such as actuarial mathematics and financial mathematics. I also perfected my programming skills as part of a scientific computing module. All in all, it was more than I hoped for from one institution. The general support and advice from the programme director and his open door policy also made a huge difference to me.’ Brendan O’Neill, 2010-11 MSc student