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Mathematical Sciences (T14)

1 Study option · UndergraduateDistance Learning
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The Open University

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2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

This certificate provides the basic skills you need for further study in mathematics and statistics, and is ideal if you need some mathematics to underpin your studies in other areas. You’ll be introduced to pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics; using mathematical software; working with abstract ideas; and modelling real-world problems using mathematics.

Key features of the course

  • Introduces essential topics in pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics

  • Builds your confidence working with abstract ideas; modelling real-world problems and using relevant software

  • Offers a choice of start points to suit your level of mathematical knowledge

  • Builds a solid foundation on which to continue on to a higher qualification

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Distance Learning

Study options

  • CertHE • Distance learning • 1 to 2 years

Start dates

  • 02/2027
  • 10/2026

Application codes

Institution code:
O11

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Application codes

Institution code:
O11

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