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Postgraduate Certificate in Mathematics at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Certificate comprises two 30-credit modules from a wide choice including analytic number theory and calculus of variations, developing problem-solving and decision-making skills, and is the first stage of the Diploma (E23) and MSc (F04).

Duration: 1 year part-time (60 credits, 16-20 hours a week). No time limit for completion.  |  Intake: October 2027 (next start shown on page)  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

60 credits: two 30-credit modules chosen from options including Calculus of variations and advanced calculus (M820), Analytic number theory I (M823), Advanced mathematical methods (M833), Coding theory (M836), Fractal geometry (M835), Galois theory (M838) and Nonlinear ordinary differential equations (M821).

Career pathways

Mathematics postgraduates are found throughout industry, business and commerce, in the public and private sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally hold the minimum prior qualification stated for the programme; those without it are still considered and may be asked to complete an entry test. Non-graduates will not normally be admitted.

GBP 3,100 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total for the qualification at 2026/27 prices with England selected as location; paid one module at a time. Module materials, tuition, assessment and exams included; fee valid for modules starting before 31 July 2027. Published as a range (GBP 3,100 to 3, Source

Intake: October 2027 (next start shown on page)

Duration: 1 year part-time (60 credits, 16-20 hours a week). No time limit for completion.

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