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Mathematics courses

Whether you’re looking for a solid grounding in maths and statistics or want to specialise in aspects of pure or applied mathematics, an OU maths course will help you stand out from the crowd. Maths is an inspiring and enjoyable subject that will equip you with problem-solving and decision-making skills valued across employment sectors. Find out more about our mathematics courses below.

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MathematicsDegree 

Stage 1120 credits
Stage 2120 credits
Stage 3120 credits
Total of 360 credits 

How long will it take?

Part time: 16–18 hours per week for 6 years
Full time: 32–36 hours per week for 3 years


MathematicsDiploma 

Stage 1120 credits
Stage 2120 credits
Total of 240 credits 

How long will it take?

Part time: 16–18 hours per week for 4 years
Full time: 32–36 hours per week for 2 years


MathematicsCertificate 

Stage 1120 credits
Total of 120 credits 

How long will it take?

Part time: 16–18 hours per week for 2 years
Full time: 32–36 hours per week for 1 year

Why study Mathematics with The Open University?

With well over 15,000 students each year, you’ll study with Europe’s largest university-level mathematics and statistics provider. Choose from various topics, including pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, and theoretical physics.

With the OU, you’ll benefit from:

  • A choice of starting points to match your existing mathematical knowledge.
  • Qualifications accredited by organisations such as the Institute of Mathematics & its Applications and the Royal Statistical Society.
  • Opportunities to develop your experience with mathematical and statistical software.
  • Nationally recognised teaching content created by our award-winning staff.

Careers in Mathematics

Mathematics and statistics play a crucial role in technological developments shaping our society. Employers seek maths graduates for their logical and analytical skills. Career opportunities in maths can be as broad and varied as the subject – from climate modelling to banking.

Our courses in maths can help you start or progress your career in:

  • data science
  • market research
  • risk analysis
  • statistics, actuarial work and financial services
  • teaching.

Looking for something other than a qualification?

The majority of our modules can be studied by themselves, on a stand-alone basis. If you later choose to work towards a qualification, you may be able to count your study towards it.

See our full list of Mathematics modules

All Mathematics courses

Browse all the Mathematics courses we offer – certificates, diplomas and degrees.

See our full list of Mathematics courses

Interested in postgraduate study?

We also offer a range of postgraduate Mathematics courses.

See our full list of postgraduate Mathematics courses