Master in Applied Mathematics

Applications are due 28 August 2026. Tuition is £22,880 (full-time).

The Master in Applied Mathematics MRes is a one-year program at the University of Birmingham, England, for students with a Bachelor's degree. It helps students develop advanced math skills.

The curriculum covers various math topics, with hands-on components to help students gain practical experience. Students learn to apply mathematical techniques to solve problems.

Graduates can pursue careers as Data Analysts, Mathematicians, or Statistical Consultants in industries like finance or science. They can work for employers like research institutions or government agencies.

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.