Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS
Cardiff University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS and other courses in Mathematics at Cardiff University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mathematics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Mathematics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mathematics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28000 | £28000 | £35000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24500 - £31000 | £22500 - £34500 | £26000 - £45500 |
All Mathematics courses of Cardiff University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Mathematics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28132 | £28927 | £35699 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24483 - £33995 | £23223 - £37245 | £27107 - £48176 |
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Course Description
This course provides a solid foundation in the ideas and techniques of modern statistics and operational research.
Operational research, or management science, uses advanced statistical and analytical techniques to help organisations and individuals make decisions efficiently.
Working in this field, you might be:
- determining manpower and resources
- finding sequences in a supply and procurement chain
- developing customer profiles and segments
This four-year degree will give you a good grounding in general mathematical theory and techniques. You’ll develop the skills, methods and ways of thinking you need to become a confident statistical analyst, able to tackle complex organisational problems using methods such as data collection, statistical modelling and simulation.
In most cases, you're free to switch between our different mathematics degrees at the end of year one if your interests change. You will also have the opportunity to complete a professional placement year or a year abroad between years two and three. You don’t need to commit to either of these options until the start of the second year, so there’s plenty of time to decide.
The MMORS shares the same core as our BSc in Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics but enables you to explore your areas of interest in greater depth, through optional modules, specialised year four modules and via a substantial research project. This course provides the ideal preparation for high-level entry into relevant professions, and is also a solid base for pursuing a research career.
In you final year you will complete a major piece of project work, which could include:
- a survey of an existing area of mathematical theory not covered in taught modules
- an introductory research project
- the development of a piece of mathematical software
Not only will you explore a research topic of your choice, but you will also develop the professional skills that graduate employers are looking for.
In most cases, you're free to switch between our different mathematics degrees at the end of year one if your interests change. You will also have the opportunity to complete a professional placement year or a year abroad. You don’t need to commit to either of these options until the start of the second year, so there’s plenty of time to decide.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS at Cardiff University
| 18% | Media Professionals |
| 17% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 17% | Protective service occupations |
| 16% | Administrative occupations |
| 6% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 4% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 3% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 3% | Caring personal services |
| 1% | Finance Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Mathematics
All Mathematics courses of Cardiff University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- MBA
Costs
Tuition Fees Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS
| England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| EU | £28200 | year 1 |
| International | £28200 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Students from the UK and Islands:
Fees stated are for the 2024/25 academic year. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees in the second and subsequent years of a course as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. Where applicable we will notify you of any change in tuition fee by the end of June in the academic year before the one in which the fee will increase.
Fees for entry in subsequent years are subject to increase and will be confirmed by the end of October in the year preceding your start date of your programme.
Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required for you to complete to the degree programme stated. Please note that you may choose to participate in study trips, associated placements or purchase equipment while studying on your degree programme which will be at your own cost. Tuition fees do not include living costs such as accommodation, subsistence or travel.
Students from the EU, EEA, and Switzerland:
Students from the rest of the world (international):
Fees for entry in subsequent years are subject to increase and will be confirmed by the end of October in the year preceding your start date of your programme.
Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required for you to complete the degree programme stated. Please note that you may choose to participate in study trips, associated placements or purchase equipment while studying on your degree programme which will be at your own cost. Tuition fees do not include living costs such as accommodation, subsistence or travel.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
G901
University Rankings
of Cardiff University
among 17 universities in Wales
based on 35 different rankings
Positions of Cardiff University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Cardiff University in related subject specific rankings.
Mathematics
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- #3
- #38
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- Mathematics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #3
- #56
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- Mathematics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #2
- #251
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- Mathematics
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 10 April, 2024]
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- #1
- #320
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- Mathematical Sciences
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
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- #1
- #401
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- Mathematics
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 01 September, 2024]
See all 35 university rankings of Cardiff University
About Cardiff University
Established in 1883, Cardiff University is located in the urban setting of the city of Cardiff, Wales. Some of the university’s most obvious advantages include world-leading research, a knowledgeable and proactive career services office, and the central location. Cardiff is a vibrant, modern city with a young and diverse population known for accepting people from all walks of life.
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Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS | Cardiff University | 94% | 5% | 2% | £9000 | £28200 | - | Cardiff |
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Operational Research MSc | University of Southampton | - | - | - | - | - | - | Southampton |
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FAQ about Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS Cardiff University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9000 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £28000 15 months after graduation, £28000 3 years after graduation and £35000 after graduation.
- Media Professionals (18%), Business, Research and Administrative Professionals (17%), Protective service occupations (17%), Administrative occupations (16%)
- 60 graduates rated the course 94. This means that 94% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Cardiff University achieved the highest ranking for Mathematics. It is ranked #38 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Mathematics). See all subject rankings for Cardiff University.
- Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year MMORS is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Cardiff University.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 152 which makes it one of the 0% most difficult courses to enter among all Operational Research students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 10 April, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 01 September, 2024