MMath Mathematics
About this course
MMath (Honours) in Mathematics, a physics and mathematics degree combining undergraduate and postgraduate study into a five-year programme. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. This five-year master's degree is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications. The first year covers foundational ideas through Mathematics, followed by a second year focusing on Abstract Algebra, Analysis, Combinatorics and Probability, and Linear Mathematics. Additional second-year study includes Mathematical Modelling, Multivariate Calculus, Statistical Inference, and Vector Calculus. Later stages offer advanced modules such as Bayesian Inference, Dynamical Systems, Fractal Geometry, and Solar Theory. Students can further explore topics like Techniques of Applied Mathematics, Topology, Advanced Data Analysis, and Advanced Group Theory.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*A*A, including A* in Mathematics. IB: 38 (HL 6,6,6), including HL6 in Mathematics.
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for MMath Mathematics (G100) at the University of St Andrews for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is A*A*A at A level.
What students say
Based on about 54 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 105 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 96%
- Left higher education: 2%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 30 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 27%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 7%
- Scotland: 38%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 115 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 9%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
Modules
- Bayesian Inference
- Dynamical Systems
- Fractal Geometry
- Solar Theory
- Techniques of Applied Mathematics
- Topology
- Advanced Data Analysis
- Advanced Group Theory
- Ergodic Theory and Dynamical Systems
- Estimating Animal Abundance and Biodiversity
- Galois Theory
- Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
- Spatial Models and Pattern Formation in Mathematical Biology
- Mathematics and Statistics 3000-level modules
- Mathematics and Statistics 4000-level modules
- Mathematics and Statistics 5000-level modules
- Mathematics
- Abstract Algebra
- Analysis
- Combinatorics and Probability
- Linear Mathematics
- Mathematical Modelling
- Multivariate Calculus
- Statistical Inference
- Vector Calculus
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews earn?
The median salary is £38,000 after 15 months, £36,500 after 3 years, £46,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,500 and £65,500. The £46,500 median after five years is £8,000 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level. The average entrant had 227 UCAS points.
Is MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
Does MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MMath Mathematics at University of St Andrews?
96% of students continued into their second year, and 2% left higher education.