Mathematics - MMath

### Why choose this course at Sussex Specialise your skills in an integrated Masters year for a future in industry or research, with our support and industry opportunities. Join our close-knit community and benefit from Sussex’s varied paid work experiences, from summer teaching and research, to outreach roles. Learn from experts making impact and discover new aspects of mathematics alongside building strong core skills to understand real-world applications. How can mathematics help us understand the dynamics of infectious diseases Or how an idea circulates on social media Or the behaviour of queues We’ll show you how mathematics solves real-world problems. You’ll work with experts whose research is having an impact – from forecasting local outbreaks of COVID, to predicting floods. In your first year, you learn how to derive and prove fundamental results in mathematics. You then build on your existing knowledge and discover new aspects of the subject including: mathematical biology cryptography probability financial mathematics partial differential equations. This course is flexible, so you can focus on what fascinates you while gaining a strong foundation in core mathematics. You’ll develop your analytical and modelling skills using industry-standard software such as Python and R. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for a placement, where you can gain experience working with a company. Our Department is a close-knit community, and you’ll get to know your lecturers on an individual basis. Their dedication and support will help you to get the most from your degree. Academic advisers support you every step of the way and you’ll have lots of opportunities to engage with potential employers. You’ll also have a dedicated careers advisor. During integrated Masters year, you’ll develop new mathematical skills and knowledge – particularly relevant if you’re interested in going on to a research career, or into specialised fields including data science, finance or mathematical modelling. ### Location Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the UK’s capital and the wider world beyond.