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Mathematics (C90) (Taught)
- PgCert
- 1 Years
- Distance learning
- October 2026
- Postgraduate
- Distance Learning
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
This certificate comprises two 30-credit modules from a wide choice, including analytic number theory and calculus of variations. Tailor your study to areas that suit you, and develop problem-solving and decision-making skills relevant in business, commerce and industry. It’s also the first stage of our postgraduate mathematics programme – you can progress to the Postgraduate Diploma and MSc in Mathematics.
Key features of the course
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Develop your problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
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Pick from a wide choice of modules, enabling you to tailor the course to your needs
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Stand out in a crowded jobs market
Modules
To gain this qualification, you need 60 credits. You'll choose one 30-credit core module and 30 credits from a range of option modules.
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.
Course contact details
Student Recruitment Team
Email:general-enquiries@open.ac.uk
Phone:0300 303 5303
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ
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