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MSc Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Econometrics (MORSE) at University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Play a crucial role in helping businesses to succeed using mathematical knowledge. With a blend of business analytics and optimisation, you'll learn how to help companies improve and become more efficient. Our multidisciplinary courses cover mathematical optimisation techniques, operational research methods, programming, and statistics.

Department: Mathematics  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme is a 1 year full time taught masters degree (180 credits) consisting of 120 credits of taught modules and a 60 credit summer project. The dissertation is completed under the direction of a project supervisor which will give you the opportunity to work one-to-one with a leading expert in their field.

Career pathways

Our programme trains you with the specialised skills needed to meet the growing need for a new generation of mathematicians. You’ll be trained in cutting-edge techniques and their applications to engineering, healthcare, finance, business management and economics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours Degree In Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering or programmes with a strong mathematical component. English language: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,790 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time

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