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HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MATHEMATICS
- Qualification
- Higher Diploma In Mathematics
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MHR54,MHR55
- Award Type and NFQ level
- HIGHER DIPLOMA (8)
- Study Mode
- Part time
- Closing Date
- 27 August 2027
Overview
Those holding the Higher Diploma are deemed to have reached the honours degree standard in Mathematics. The Diploma is awarded at pass and honours levels.
Commences
September
The Institute of Mathematics and its Applications admits those with a First Class or Second Class Grade 1 Higher Diploma to Graduate Membership. Others who have passed the Higher Diploma are admitted to Associate Membership.
Course structure
Duration: 1 year full-time
This is a one-year full-time course, though it may also be taken part-time over two or more years.
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.
Year 1
Year 2
Careers
Students who attain First Class Honours or Second Class Grade 1 in the Diploma are eligible to apply to higher postgraduate programmes in mathematics or related fields. The Diploma may also be taken as a final course in mathematics for those wishing to take up employment in, for example, industry, commerce, banking and finance, insurance, software development, process engineering or education.
Entry Requirements
Applicants who hold a minimum of a Bachelor Honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of a Second-Class Honours, Grade 2 (2:2) in a cognate discipline such as Mathematical Studies, Computer Science or Education. Mathematics should form a substantial component of the degree.
If you do not meet the standard entry requirements then you may be eligible to apply under the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Please click here for further information.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here.
How to apply
Applications must be made via the MU Apply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you prepare any documents listed below. You may be required to submit documents in two stages. You will be required to upload and submit the following documents with your application:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated
- A copy of your passport
- Up to date CV
You will be required to upload the following documents after you submit your application:
- Personal Statement (minimum 500 words on why you would like to study your chosen programme)
If English is not your first language, you may be required to upload evidence of English language proficiency. For information please click here.