Course Summary

This diploma will give you a thorough grounding in pure and applied mathematical concepts, theories and their uses, with the option to combine them with statistics to suit your needs and interests. You'll get practice with essential methods and tools; gain an appreciation of abstract mathematics and mathematical modelling; increase your familiarity with mathematical software; and build experience of communicating mathematical arguments and conclusions. **Key features of the course** - Covers essential topics in pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics - Uses relevant software to investigate and solve problems; analyse and interpret data - Provides options to either focus on mathematics or also include statistics - Offers a choice of start points to suit your level of mathematical knowledge - Builds a solid foundation on which to continue on to an accredited degree

Course Details - Modules

This diploma has two stages, each comprising 120 credits. You’ll normally start Stage 1 with a 30-credit introductory module followed by three further 30-credit modules in pure and applied mathematics and statistics. In Stage 2, you’ll combine either two or three of the following subjects: pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics.

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

Deadline are not listed for this Course. This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

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Institution code: O11

Campus Name: Distance Learning

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


There is no formal pre-requisite study, but you must have the required mathematical skills. You have a choice of starting module depending on your current skill level. You can check you're ready and find out which module is your best starting point at our website by clicking the link below.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/maths/diplomas/diploma-in-mathematical-sciences-w43#entry-requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

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2022/2023 academic year fees are not yet available.

Provider information

Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
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Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ

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