MA Mathematics with Gaelic
About this course
MA in Mathematics and Mathematics with Gaelic. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling and Communication & Writing. The Gaelic Studies component of the programme accommodates beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels of study.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with at least two Mathematics/Science subjects. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Science/Mathematics subjects are required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
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What students say
Based on about 84 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 21 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 130 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 8%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 70%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Modules
- Academic Writing for Language & Literature
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Calculus 1
- Algebra
- Gaelic Scotland
- Calculus II
- Set Theory
- Gaelic for Beginners 1a
- Gaelic for Beginners 1b
- Gaelic Language 1a
- Gaelic Language 1b
- Linear Algebra i
- Analysis i
- Linear Algebra II
- Analysis II
- Gaelic for Advanced Beginners 2a
- Gaelic for Advanced Beginners 2b
- Gaelic Language 2a
- Gaelic Language 2b
- Gaelic Language A
- Group Theory
- Analysis III
- Metric and Topological Spaces
- Analysis Iv
- Rings & Fields
- Differential Equations
- Project
- Galois Theory
- Complex Analysis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Mathematics with Gaelic at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £34,500. The £28,500 median after five years is £11,000 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of MA Mathematics with Gaelic at University of Aberdeen do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Mathematics with Gaelic at University of Aberdeen?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Mathematics with Gaelic at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 163 UCAS points.
Does MA Mathematics with Gaelic at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Mathematics with Gaelic at University of Aberdeen?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.