The National University of Ireland, Maynooth
MSc Mathematical Science
Maynooth, Ireland
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 17,000
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of Science in Mathematical Science at Maynooth University combines theoretical physics and mathematics. It includes a 20 ECTS research project in Theoretical Physics. Students must take at least 45 ECTS at Masters level (level 6 in Theoretical Physics, level 5 in Mathematics); remaining credits can be at levels 4, 5 or 6. The programme covers applied mathematics, pure mathematics, computational modelling, and supervised research.
Career Outcomes: The course prepares you for roles in science, engineering, commerce and technology. Graduates work in research, teaching, actuarial and computational roles. Top students may progress to a PhD. Career opportunities available.
Master of Science in Mathematical Science
Students take modules in Theoretical Physics and Mathematics, including a 20 ECTS research project in Theoretical Physics. At least 45 ECTS, including the research project, must be taken at the Masters level (level 6 in Theoretical Physics and level 5 in Mathematics). The remaining credits may be made up at levels 4, 5 or 6.
All module choices are subject to the approval of the Head of Department. Available modules are listed below. The research project (20 ECTS Minor thesis) is compulsory. At least 45 ECTS must be taken at level 5, 6 or 8. Total credits 60.
The course provides a solid foundation in Theoretical Physics, Applied Mathematics and Pure Mathematics for students who wish to pursue careers in science, engineering, commerce and technology. Graduates gain employment in a wide range of occupations including research, teaching, actuary, banking, software development, computational physics and computer modelling/simulation. Students who perform well may go on to the PhD programme.