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MSci Mathematics (Geophysical and Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics) - 2025

University of Exeter

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  • Qualification

    MSci - Master in Science (Master of Natural Science at Cambridge University)

  • Location

    University of Exeter

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Overview

Combine your passion for mathematics with current applications in the field of fluid dynamics
Explore the diverse field of fluid dynamics and study its applications in describing geophysical and astrophysical phenomena
Learn from and engage with current research being undertaken within the department
Accredited by the Institute of Mathematics as meeting the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation
Option to take the ‘Commercial and Industrial Experience’ module during the vacation before your third year, allowing you to gain paid work experience in a commercial setting while earning credits towards your degree

Learning and teaching

All our degrees involve a combination of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, examples classes, workshops and tutorials. Most modules in mathematics involve three one-hour lectures per week, so you typically have 12 lectures per week. In the first year there are tutorial classes for each module every fortnight, except for modules involving computing or project work. Thus in the first year you would typically have around 16 contact hours per week. In the first term, the ‘Foundations’ module helps you with the transition from A level to university mathematics.

Private study and support

In addition to lectures and seminars, you should spend about 20 hours per week in private study. Working through examples and solving problems is a vital part of learning mathematics, and we advise you attempt all coursework problems, whether formally assessed or not. You will be allocated a personal tutor who will be happy to advise or put you in touch with support services and you are encouraged to discuss mathematical problems or questions with tutors and lecturers who advertise regular office hours. Extra support is available, for example through lunchtime mathematics surgeries or our peer mentor scheme, and we have an active student-staff liaison committee.

Assessment

Assessment for all degrees is through a combination of examinations and coursework. Examinations are the more important part of the process, but the coursework helps you to work steadily throughout your degree. This is particularly important in Mathematics where the subject matter develops logically as the degree progresses. Written examinations for mathematics modules are held in January and May/June of the first and second years and in May/June of each subsequent year. Some modules have tests, essays, presentations and/or project reports that contribute to the assessment.

Tuition fees

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£ 27,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Exeter

University of Exeter

  • University League Table

    14th

  • Campus address

    University of Exeter, Northcote House, The Queen's Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4QJ, England

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Exeter is a historic cathedral city with UNESCO City of Literature status, and Cornwall has a unique ecology with a rich history of scientific innovation.
Students will find engaged, inclusive, and safe communities, with plenty of opportunities to make lifelong friends from all over the world.
Regular visits to international schools and education exhibitions, plus airport pick-up and international buddy schemes to help students arrive and settle in.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    6th out of 30 1

    18th out of 65 2

    14th out of 75 3

    15th out of 48 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    149 65%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    5th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.41 85%

    1st

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 234
    169 72%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    12th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    45th

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    156 69%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    14th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    44th

    27

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    165 73%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    14th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    15th

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