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Science, Maths & Technology
Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics
This diploma comprises four 30-credit modules from a wide choice. Topics include analytic number theory, calculus of variations and nonlinear ordinary differential equations. Extend your understanding of areas of mathematics applicable to science, engineering and technology. It's also the first two stages of our postgraduate mathematics programme. You can achieve the MSc in Mathematics by taking a further two 30-credit modules.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Postgraduate Certificate in Mathematics
This certificate comprises two 30-credit modules from a wide choice. Tailor your study to areas that suit you. Develop skills in problem solving and decision making relevant in business, commerce and industry. It's also the first stage of our postgraduate mathematics programme. You can progress to the postgraduate diploma and then the MSc in Mathematics.
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Science, Maths & Technology
MSc in Mathematics
Delve deep into the aspects of pure and applied mathematics that interest you. Choose from areas such as fractal geometry, coding theory and calculus of variations. Advance your career with a high-level qualification. Choose from a wide range of modules. There are topics for not only mathematicians but engineers and mathematically inclined scientists. You'll conclude with an independent study, exploring a topic in detail and submitting a dissertation.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
BSc (Honours) Combined STEM
This flexible degree combines science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Build your own degree from a wide range of STEM modules and study routes. Build a qualification that's unique to you.
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Science, Maths & Technology
BSc (Honours) Mathematics and Statistics
Gain extensive knowledge of probability and statistics. Combine this with pure mathematics or applied mathematics. This degree will equip you with problem-solving and decision-making tools. You'll experience using statistical software and practise conducting and communicating statistical investigations. You'll develop your understanding of time series analysis, multivariate data analysis, regression analysis, and hypothesis testing. You'll also explore classical and Bayesian statistics.
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Science, Maths & Technology
BSc (Honours) Mathematics
Take your understanding of concepts, theories and applications in pure and applied mathematics to graduate level. You can also include optional statistics, theoretical physics or mathematics education. You'll cover a wide range of topics and develop an understanding of mathematical problems and approaches. Practise with essential methods and tools, and increase your familiarity with mathematical software. Gain an appreciation of the role and construction of rigorous proof. And build your experience of communicating mathematical arguments and conclusions.
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Science, Maths & Technology
BSc (Honours) Mathematics and its Learning
Understand how people learn mathematics and gain insight into different teaching approaches. We designed this unique degree with those interested in teaching mathematics ? or in education more generally ? in mind. It will develop your knowledge and understanding of mathematics and statistics teaching. And broaden your ideas about what it means to learn and teach these subjects. You'll also gain a good grounding in mathematics (pure and applied) and statistics. You can focus your studies on either discipline alongside mathematics education.
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Society, Politics & Law
BSc (Honours) Economics and Mathematical Sciences
If you enjoy solving problems and you're interested in the practical application of economics and mathematics, this degree could be what you're looking for. It'll give you a thorough grounding in mathematical, statistical and computational skills, and a sound knowledge of both micro and macro-economic theory ? together with a good understanding of economic issues. By the end of your studies, you'll have a level of numeracy and understanding of the commercial and economic environment that's in short supply to employers.
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Science, Maths & Technology
BSc (Honours) Mathematics and Physics
Develop your knowledge and understanding of theoretical physics and the underpinning mathematics. This degree will teach you how to use essential techniques and relevant software. Explore fundamental physics concepts, including Newtonian mechanics, special relativity, electromagnetism and quantum mechanics. Practise using applied mathematics tools, including mathematical methods, modelling and numerical methods. You'll also learn skills in communicating clear and concise arguments and conclusions.
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Science, Maths & Technology
BSc (Honours) Computing & IT and Mathematics
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should be adequate. However, some qualifications require more specific IT equipment, in which case you will need additional software to use an Apple Mac or Linux computer. A detailed technical specification for your modules will be made available when you register. Please note, technical specifications do change over time to match computer developments and the way we teach.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Diploma of Higher Education in Computing & IT and Mathematics
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should be adequate. However, some qualifications require more specific IT equipment, in which case you will need additional software to use an Apple Mac or Linux computer. A detailed technical specification for your modules will be made available when you register. Please note, technical specifications do change over time to match computer developments and the way we teach.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Diploma of Higher Education in Mathematical Sciences
This diploma will give you a thorough grounding in pure and applied mathematical concepts, theories and their uses, with the option to combine them with statistics to suit your needs and interests. You'll get practice with essential methods and tools; gain an appreciation of abstract mathematics and mathematical modelling; increase your familiarity with mathematical software; and build experience of communicating mathematical arguments and conclusions.