University of Exeter

Course Details

Mathematics (Climate Science) MSci

Course Description

Overview At Exeter we are strongly motivated by the application of Mathematics. It is an exceptionally powerful tool that is an essential part of life in the real world. There is a strong link between what we teach and what we research. Strong links across industries provide real examples of situations to be solved logically. We have three Met Office professors within climate mathematics and good links with Biosciences and Physics; at Exeter you have the flexibility to choose. Mathematics degrees give a firm foundation in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Statistics/Optimisation. In the first and second years there are compulsory modules in all these areas, together with some optional modules. Our MSci degrees prepare mathematicians to work in a named area of science of major contemporary importance which depends heavily on mathematical tools and models. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges we face, and mathematical models are essential in understanding and predicting the behaviour of the climate system. The MSci Mathematics (Climate Science) programme gives you the opportunity to see how different areas of mathematics, such as fluid dynamics, statistics and numerical computing, contribute to understanding the climate and the impact of human activity upon it. Graduates of this programme will be well equipped to work in climate modelling and related areas, for instance in the Met Office.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges we face in the modern world, and mathematical models are essential in understanding and predicting the behaviour of the climate system. The MSci Mathematics (Climate Science) programme gives you the opportunity to see how different areas of mathematics, such as fluid dynamics, statistics and numerical computing, contribute to understanding the climate and the impact of human activity upon it. Graduates of this programme will be well equipped to work in climate modelling and related areas, for instance in the Met Office. Exeter has an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and a strong employment record. Our graduates excel in specialist mathematical fields and across a broad range of other sectors, as shown on our Graduate destinations web page. We offer a very wide range of opportunities for you to develop the skills employers are looking for, including industrial placements and study abroad. Visit our Careers and employability web page to find out more. Professional experience All our undergraduate students can choose to take an optional Commercial and Industrial Experience module during the vacation before the third year. This opportunity allows you to gain paid work experience in a commercial setting while earning credits towards your degree programme. Industrial experience not only develops your CV but helps you to determine your career aspirations.

Mathematics (Climate Science) MSci University of Exeter