Masters programme overview
Mathematics is a core scientific subject and an essential basis for a range of other sciences. This programme brings together the latest developments in a range of mathematical disciplines to provide you with a thorough grounding in the subject, together with a substantial project that can be used to develop a specialisation.
Internationally leading research supports this programme, with particular research strengths including magnetic fields, interface of algebraic number theory and abstract algebra, climate system dynamics and display-structure on crystalline cohomology.
The programme prepares you for a career in numerous industries or for progression to a PhD for those interested in pursuing a research pathway.
My Journey at Exeter began with the sleepless nights of freshers week. The days filled with all sorts of activities; caving, canoeing, rugby, and what was to become my passion - climbing (along side Maths of course!). After a hard days work would come the 'relaxing' task of sampling the nightlife of Exeter. This would invariably involve lots music, new faces and a neverending stream of names which, of course, could never be remembered and invariably led to many of those "sorry what was your name?" situations. However out of these came new bonds which developed into lifelong friendships. Originally I only came to Exeter as a consequence of the good old laws of probability (i.e. a pin stuck in the map). I originally applied for a BSc in Mathematics, but the wide range of modules, the quality of the teaching and my growing love of Exeter led me to extend my stay - upgrading my degree to the four year MMath (Masters of Mathematics). Having discovered my love of applied Mathematics I am now embarking on the next stage - my PhD and am excited for what is to come. On top of this I have much to look forward to socially as an increasingly involved member of the climbing club.
Nicholas Blackbeard
PhD Mathematics
I fell in love with the University of Exeter during my visit to an Open Day. It was pouring with rain, but the staff and students were so helpful that I felt at home straight away.
After completing my undergraduate degree in Mathematics, I wanted to get more in depth knowledge of certain aspects like the dynamic system of chaos, fluid dynamics, cryptography and the mathematics of climate change. Of these, cryptography and climate change are particularly used in many careers. I decided to stay at Exeter for my Masters as the College has a good connection with the Met Office and I was hoping to use that for my project.
You have the beauty of Dartmoor and the coast right on your doorstep, and the Campus is self-sufficient, with everything you could need. There are loads of societies in the University and I feel honoured to have represented the University in sports. I’m in the Athletics Committee now and I’ve also represented the University in hockey, tennis and basketball. I’ve had a great experience studying here and just love being at the University. The sports clubs and other societies have given me a great opportunity to participate with a wide range of students from other Colleges and are an easy way to make friends.
In my observation, the reputation of the College has just continued to rise and I’m sure that will help me when I graduate. I would recommend my course to anyone who is interested.
Mark Andrews, MSc Advanced Mathematics
Undergraduate study in Mathematics at the University of Exeter (2007-2010)
