MSc (Mathematics)

University of Galway

The MSc in Mathematics is a flexible one-year programme. The programme is primarily designed for two types of students:Students with a 4-year degree in Mathematics who want to upskill in mathematical areas related to employment e.g. in the communications and data industries or the financial sector.Students with a 3-year joint BA in Mathematics, or with degrees in cognate disciplines (Computing, Science, or Engineering) incorporating a significant mathematical component, who want to upskill in Mathematics before embarking on careers in teaching, academia, or the industry.Career OpportunitiesThere is a strong demand for graduates with mathematical skills, and the ability to apply them, in financial institutions, business firms and semi-state bodies. Apart from receiving advanced mathematical training, graduates of this programme will have learnt to apply mathematical theories to tasks in areas such as data analysis, decision making, and data security. They will also be familiar with various types of widely-used mathematical software.The School of Mathematics, Statistics and Applied Mathematics offers a lively environment for any student wishing to pursue advanced studies in mathematics. We have approximately 40 faculty members across four disciplines: Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, and Bioinformatics.We are well recognised within University of Galway as a very student-friendly School. Several of our members have been formally recognised for their teaching excellence. Our faculty members are internationally recognised researchers. We hold regular seminars in which local and visiting researchers present their latest work, and we typically host two or three international conferences in various mathematical disciplines throughout the year