Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
The deadline for applications, including all supporting documents and references is 11:59pm (midnight) UK time on Tuesday 3 February 2026. If you wish to be considered for funding as part of the University Postgraduate Funding Competition, please ensure that you apply by the relevant (earlier) deadline, namely Wednesday 7 January 2026. These deadlines are strict, and we cannot accept applications except through the applicant portal.
For admissions purposes only, the MASt is divided into four streams:
MASt in Mathematics (Applied Mathematics) (code: MASA)
MASt in Mathematics (Pure Mathematics) (code: MASP)
MASt in Mathematics (Mathematical Statistics) (code: MASS)
MASt in Mathematics (Theoretical Physics) (code: MASTH)
You should apply to the course/stream that best fits the academic interests you wish to pursue. It may be helpful to review the Advice by Subject Area and Guide to Courses on our webpages to determine which is the most appropriate stream for you.
If you feel you might suit more than one stream, please only apply for one but detail the breadth of your mathematical interests on the application form. Your application will then be assessed by the Admissions Officers with the most relevant expertise to your interests.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. Both Departments particularly welcome applications from women since women are, and have historically been, underrepresented in our student cohorts.
Selection Process
Applications are under review between November and March. While some decisions are made straight away, most applications are held until later in the admissions cycle so that they can be reviewed alongside other applications to the course.
We aim to have all decisions made by the end of April. These decisions are final. You will receive updates through the Applicant Portal at key stages of the process.
Things You'll Need
You should start preparing the things that you'll need when you apply. These will be mandatory, unless specifically flagged as optional.
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Two referees willing to give you a reference
Either academic or professional – please see our References guidance for more information about which type you need. Your referees will need to have submitted their reference by the course deadline. - Transcript
- CV/resume
- Evidence of competence in English
If required - please see our Competence in English guidance for more information. - Core - Reasons for Applying (1500 characters) (mandatory)
- MASt - Maths Courses Taken
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:
See Gates Cambridge for more information.