Mathematical Sciences

Why Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary?

• One of the UK's Largest Mathematics Departments: With 80+ academics, including qualified actuaries and finance experts, we offer diverse mathematical fields to help you develop in-demand skills.
  
  
• Flexible Programmes: Choose from a wide range of elective modules that provide real-world experience and allow you to tailor your degree to your interests and goals.
  
  
• Career-Focused Learning: Learn from world-leading specialists and benefit from access to sector-leading facilities like Bloomberg Terminals.
  
  
• Mathematics Society: Engage in academic, social, and career-focused events hosted by our active Mathematics Society.
  
  
• Global Learning Environment: Join a vibrant international community of students and staff, creating a dynamic and intellectually stimulating experience.
  
  
• Prime Location in London: Study in a state-of-the-art building close to the financial heart of London, offering access to top career and networking opportunities.
  
  
• Outstanding Career Outcomes: 96% of our Maths graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating, with 95% working in highly skilled roles (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023-2024). Our graduates have gone on to work for leading organisations including Tesla, PwC, British Airways, Bloomberg, Sony Music, Alibaba Group, Google, the University of Oxford, Amazon, Santander, Barclays, and many more.
  
  

Specialist Programmes

Among our wide range of postgraduate degrees, the following programmes are particularly suited to students interested in finance, analytics, and risk management:

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MSc Data Analytics

Build a rigorous foundation in statistics and programming while mastering Python, R and machine learning. Work with real-world data, learn from industry experts, and prepare for high-impact careers in data science, AI, and analytics.

MSc Risk Analytics

Open to all disciplines, this programme builds practical risk expertise through modelling systemic and climate risk, regulation and sustainability. Work with real-world data and gain in-demand analytical skills for careers in risk management across global industries.

MSc Financial Mathematics

Learn from industry experts and gain in-demand quantitative and programming skills with Python and C++. Specialise in Investment Management, Banking, or Quantitative Research, and prepare for high-impact careers in finance, banking, risk management, trading, consultancy, and more.