Programme Specification for 2012/13
MSc Applicable Mathematics
This programme is designed for graduates in mathematics, engineering, or science with substantial numeracy background, wishing to pursue careers in modern applications of mathematics, such as the finance, banking and service industry, and also amongst other traditional engineering and science applications, where knowledge of modern applications of mathematics would be advantageous. The core philosophy of the programmes is to equip students with mathematics and its applications through the core course Mathematics and its Applications. In addition the programme will equip students with various numerical skills.
This programme is suitable for both fresh graduates as well as those experienced professional practitioners, who wish to further their skills, from various applications industries. The programmes cover relevant mathematical skills and applications, common courses such as theory and numerical skills across different applications industries, and professional modules dedicated to each programme utilising all research expertise within the School. It will ensure that students have an advanced understanding of both theory and practice for their selected specialist areas.
Students will gain knowledge of mathematical skills and applications, computational skills, relevant professional experience related to traditional engineering and science modelling, modern enterprise applications, finance, and service industries. Students will be able to administer and configure business applications. They will also gain an understanding to various new emerging applications. There will be hands-on training in various development tools and usage of computational software related to their professions.
Typical content
The following is an indication of current programme content.
However, the rapidly changing nature of the subject area means that both the courses offered, and individual course content, are likely to change in future years.
Finally note that certain combinations of options may not be available.
For details of timetabling and study patterns, see the timetables page. Masters students take 120 credits of taught courses and undertake a 60-credit project. All courses are 15 credits unless otherwise stated.
Core courses (120 credits):
- Project (60 credits) - a substantial individual project on a topic chosen by the student
- Mathematics and its Applications (30 credits)
- Computational Methods
- Mathematical Approaches to Risk Management
Options (a total of 60 credits):
Either
A total of 60 credits from List A and List B with no more than 15 credits from List B
Or
A total of 60 credits from List C
- Inverse Problems
- Mathematics of Complex Systems
- Reliability and Optimisation
- Scientific Software Design and Development
- Enterprise Software Engineering Development
- Internet and Web Tecnologies
- Visual Interactive Programming
- Advanced Algorithms
- eBusiness Strategy
- Actuarial Mathematicas
- Financial Economectics
Specifics
Entry requirements
A 2:1 classification or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a relevant discipline with substantial amount of mathematical and numeracy content.
Those who have substantial commercial or industrial experience in a relevant field can be accepted, subject to interview, references, and recommendation from the programme committee.
For applicants whose first language is not English, the minimum level of English is the equivalent to an IELTS score of 6 or for TOEFL iBT a score of 93.
See the School entry requirements for more details.
Professional recognition
The School is currently seeking professional recognition from IMA.
Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of this mater's programme students should be proficient in applying mathematics to problems arise in several industrial sectors such as financial markets, risk management, complex systems and fire safety.
Location
This master's programme is based in the Department of Mathematical Sciences, School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences, Greenwich Campus, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS.
Study mode
1 year full-time / 2 years part-time
September start
JACS code
MSc Applicable Mathematics