University of Edinburgh

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Mathematics

University of Edinburgh

Faculty:Mathematics
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Mathematics, General
Length:4 Year(s)
Careers:Mathematicians, Statisticians and Actuaries

Description:

This programme combines the study of mathematics with an arts subject of your choice from the College of Humanities & Social Science. You will study the arts subject for up to half your time in the first two years, before focusing on mathematics.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    The typical offer is likely to be:
    • SQA Highers: AAAA.
    • A Levels: A*AA.
    • IB: 37 points with 655 at HL.

    Minimum entry requirements
    • SQA Highers: AABB by end of S5 or AABBB/AAAB from S4-S6, to include Mathematics at Grade A. We strongly recommend that you study Advanced Higher Mathematics.
    • A Levels: AAB in one sitting, to include Mathematics at Grade A. Further Mathematics is recommended.
    • IB: 32 points overall and award of IB Diploma with 655 at HL to include Mathematics at Grade 6.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
      You must provide evidence that your written and spoken English is at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies.

      If English is not your first language, you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your spoken and written English:
      • IELTS Academic module overall 6.5 with 5.5 in each component
      • TOEFL iBT 92 or above with 20 in each section
      • Cambridge English: Advanced & Proficiency overall 176 with 162 in each component
      • Pearson Test of English (Academic): Total 61 with at least 51 in each "Communicative Skills" section
      • Trinity ISE: ISE II with a distinction in all four components

      SQA and GCSE
      For SQA and GCSE students, unless a higher level is specified in the stated entry requirements, a pass is required in English at the following grades or higher:
      • SQA National 5 Grade C
      • SQA Standard Grade 3
      • SQA Intermediate 1 Grade A
      • SQA Intermediate 2 Grade C
      • GCSE Grade C
      • IB Standard Level Grade 4

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on July 29, 2016