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Mathematics (E23) (Taught)

Course details
  • PgDip
  • 2 Years
  • Distance learning
  • October 2026
  • Postgraduate
Course location
Distance Learning
Awarded by:
The Open University

Course summary

This diploma comprises four 30-credit modules from a wide choice, extending your understanding of areas of mathematics applicable to science, engineering and technology. Topics include analytic number theory, Galois theory and nonlinear ordinary differential equations. It’s also the first two stages of our postgraduate mathematics programme – you can achieve the MSc in Mathematics by taking a further 30-credit option module and the dissertation.

Key features of the course

  • Extend your understanding of key areas of mathematics, including analytic number theory, advanced calculus and differential equations

  • Pick from a wide choice of modules, enabling you to tailor the course to your needs

  • Top up to our MSc in Mathematics in just one more year

Modules

To gain this qualification, you need 120 credits. You'll choose one 30-credit core module and 90 credits from a range of option modules.

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Entry requirements

You should normally have a minimum of either:

a 2:2 honours degree in mathematics or
a 2:1 honours degree in a subject with a high mathematical content.

If you don’t have such a qualification, your application will still be considered, but you may be asked to complete an entry test. Non-graduates will not normally be admitted.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

As fees for individual modules can vary, the total cost you pay for your qualification depends on the modules you choose to study. For further information about fees, please refer to the course description on The Open University website.

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