Mathematics MMath
Course Overview - Mathematics MMath
A graduate from the MMath degree will be able to communicate to specialist and non-specialist audiences and unambiguously demonstrate the ability to work professionally with a considerable degree of autonomy. They will also be well equipped to continue independent study in mathematics (e.g. PhD study), should they wish to do so.
A graduate from the MMath degree will be able to communicate to specialist and non-specialist audiences and unambiguously demonstrate the ability to work professionally with a considerable degree of autonomy. They will also be well equipped to continue independent study in mathematics (e.g. PhD study), should they wish to do so.
Course Information
1 option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G101
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
including Mathematics at A.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
with Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: A total of 30 points with Mathematics at Higher Level 6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDD in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics).
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
including Mathematics at A plus ABBBB at Highers for entry to Year 2.
Scottish HNC
Pass
HNC with B in graded unit and SCQF Level 6 Mathematics modules or equivalent for entry to Year 1.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND with BB in graded units and SCQF Level 6 Mathematics modules or equivalent for entry to Year 1.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
B,B,B
including Mathematics for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB including Mathematics at A.
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
Search Postgraduate Courses at Heriot-Watt University
Take the next steps at Heriot-Watt University with our postgraduate course search.
Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £20,080 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
postgraduate Universities
postgraduate Uni's
