MSc by Research Mathematics at Swansea University

Programme overview

A mathematics research degree supported by Swansea's research groups, which include one of the strongest probability theory groups in the UK, especially in stochastic processes. Research groups cover algebra and topology, analysis and nonlinear PDEs, probability, computational mathematics and biomaths.

Department: School of Mathematics and Computer Science | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

A supervised mathematics research project shaped by seminars, workshops, laboratory activity and fieldwork and by involvement in an established research group.

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Entry requirements

MSc by Research and MPhil: undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or non-UK equivalent). PhD: undergraduate degree at 2:1 level or a master's degree with a minimum overall grade of Merit (or non-UK equivalent). English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (or a Swansea University recognised equivalent). Non-UK/EU applicants are required to obtain ATAS clearance for this programme. One academic reference is required. Admissions decisions may also reflect the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,350 a year (2026/27). Full-time Year 1 tuition fee; fees for later years rise by 3%; part-time fee per year 1: UK £2,619, international £11,200 Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

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