Computational Applied Mathematics MSc
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of Computational Applied Mathematics MSc at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Accounting
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech 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 | |
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Median salary | £23000 | £29500 | £39500 |
25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £30000 | £23500 - £34000 | £29500 - £48000 |
All Accounting courses of The University of Edinburgh
Salary of all UK Graduates of Accounting
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24406 | £24662 | £30689 |
25-75 percentile range | £21389 - £28940 | £19296 - £31978 | £22604 - £41672 |
All Accounting courses in the UK
Course Description
Mathematical models and computational methods are at the heart of the technological and scientific advances that are shaping our world. The Computational Applied Mathematics MSc provides its students with the strong foundations needed to contribute to these advances and become science and technology leaders. It equips them with vital skills in mathematical and statistical modelling, numerical methods, machine learning and high-performance computing.
There is also high demand for computational modellers and data scientists. This programme concentrates on the overlap and synergy between these fields.
Links with Industry
The School of Mathematics has connections with a wide number of industrial partners, organisations, charities and government departments. As an MSc student in the School you will be able to engage with these external organisations through regular employability events, careers workshops, and our annual analytics challenge (whose recent partners have included Edinburgh Airport, the Data and Marketing Association, and SaxaVord Space Port). There are also opportunities to undertake a dissertation project with an external partner.
Recent partners for industry-based dissertations in the Computational Applied Mathematics MSc include:
- UK Space Launch Services
- Bays Consulting
- Viapontica AI
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
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 Computational Applied Mathematics MSc at The University of Edinburgh
75% | Media Professionals |
25% | Teaching Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
Costs
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.
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.
Mathematics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #9
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #27
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 19 July, 2022]
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- #36
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #145
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
See all 38 university rankings of The University of Edinburgh
About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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Mathematics with a Year Abroad MMath | University of East Anglia | - | - | - | £9250 | £20600 | - | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics (4 years) MMath | Durham University | - | - | - | £9250 | £25900 | - | Durham | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics Msci (Hons) | University of Exeter | - | - | - | £9250 | £27000 | - | Exeter | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics MMath | University of East Anglia | - | - | - | £9250 | £20600 | - | Norwich | On campus Full-time | |
Mathematics with Russian MA (Hons) | University of St Andrews | - | - | - | £9250 | £30160 | - | St Andrews | On campus Full-time | |
Applied Mathematics and Physics Msci (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £25300 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- 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:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 19 July, 2022
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023