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  Applied Mathematical Sciences - MSc/PGDip


Heriot-Watt University    School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences

Full time & Part time September MSc, PGDip 1 year full time, 2-3 years part time
Mathematics (25)

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The Applied Mathematical Sciences MSc/PGDip programme at Heriot-Watt University is a highly regarded and unique offering in the UK. With over 40 years of expertise in Applied Mathematics, the programme provides students with the essential mathematical and statistical skills needed for successful careers in industry and research. The flexible structure allows students to gain a solid foundation through a range of taught courses and practical projects. The programme offers a diverse selection of modules, including Modelling and Tools Optimisation, Mathematical Biology and Medicine, and Bayesian Inference. Strong mathematical knowledge and a good honours degree in a related subject are desired for entry. With excellent facilities and industry links, this programme is a fantastic choice for aspiring mathematicians.

About the course

This is one of the few dedicated Applied Mathematics MSc programmes in the UK. For over 40 years Heriot-Watt has been exceptionally strong in Applied Mathematics and we have world-leading researchers in many related areas and very good links with industry.

Our flexible programme is designed to equip students with the modern, transferrable mathematical and statistical skills to prepare them for careers in industry and research.

Students will gain a solid, theoretical and practical foundation through a diverse range of taught courses and applications oriented projects.

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Entry Requirements

Entry is aimed at graduates with strong mathematical knowledge and skills. A good honours degree in mathematics, statistics or a related subject with a substantial mathematical content is desired. Motivation and a willingness to work hard are also important pre-requisites.


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Scholarships

- This scholarship is available only for new full time students beginning in September 2019 and cannot be deferred.
- To receive the scholarship, you must be self-funding i.e not fully sponsored by your employer, a company or in receipt of a full scholarship from another source.
- The scholarship cannot be received in combination with any other Heriot-Watt fee-abatement award such as a partnership fee discount or alumni award.
- The scholarship cannot be used in lieu of any reduction to the deposit you are required to pay as part of the admissions process (applicable to international fee status students only).
- Payment of the scholarship will be paid as a fee abatement i.e. your fees will be automatically reduced by the amount awarded. Students will not be able to receive a cash alternative.
- This scholarship is applicable for ‘new’ students only, i.e. those who have not studied with us at any of our campuses before. Students who have studied with us previously will instead be eligible for our alumni award.

Value of Scholarship(s)

£1,500 - £3,000

Eligibility

You must be a self-funding student and have achieved, or be on track to achieve, the minimum academic entry criteria for the programme you wish to study from a fully recognised, high ranking institution. You must be studying full-time on our UK campuses and must begin your studies in September 2019.

Application Procedure

Eligible students will be identified as part of the academic admissions process and therefore you do not need to complete a separate application form. Successful candidates will have the award detailed on their offer letters and, where appropriate, their CAS letters for visa purposes. To secure your scholarship you simply accept your offer of a place to study with us.


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