Master of Arts - Mathematics

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Waikato in New Zealand offers a range of scholarships specifically tailored to support international students pursuing their academic aspirations. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in overcoming financial barriers to education.

International Excellence Scholarship: This merit-based scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programs at the University of Waikato. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition fees and is renewable based on academic performance.

International Bursary: The International Bursary aims to support outstanding students by providing a financial contribution toward tuition fees for the first year of study at the university. It is available to eligible international students undertaking full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme: This prestigious scholarship program is designed for exceptional international students who demonstrate leadership potential and excel academically. Recipients receive financial assistance along with additional support for leadership development and networking opportunities.

Pacific Excellence Scholarship: Dedicated to students from Pacific countries, this scholarship recognizes academic achievement and provides financial support to cover a portion of tuition fees for selected undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Country-Specific Scholarships: The University of Waikato offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships vary in criteria and eligibility, aiming to support students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Research Scholarships: For international students pursuing research degrees (Ph.D. or Master's by Research), the university offers various scholarships to support their research endeavors. These scholarships provide financial assistance, allowing students to focus on their studies and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives at the university.

Graduating from the Master of Arts in Mathematics program at the University of Waikato provides a strong foundation for pursuing various career paths that require advanced mathematical skills, problem-solving abilities, and analytical thinking.

Academic Researcher/Professor: Graduates can pursue careers in academia as researchers or professors, conducting advanced mathematical research, publishing papers, and teaching at universities or research institutions.

Data Analyst/Statistician: Professionals can work as data analysts or statisticians, interpreting complex data, performing statistical analysis, and deriving insights in fields such as finance, healthcare, technology, or government agencies.

Actuary/Financial Analyst: Graduates can work as actuaries or financial analysts, assessing risks, analyzing financial data, and providing insights for insurance companies, banks, investment firms, or consulting companies.

Software Engineer/Developer: Proficient individuals can work in the technology sector as software engineers or developers, applying mathematical algorithms and principles in software development, machine learning, or artificial intelligence.

Operations Research Analyst: Graduates can work as operations research analysts, optimizing processes, solving complex problems, and improving decision-making in logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain management.

Quantitative Analyst: Professionals can pursue careers as quantitative analysts in hedge funds, investment banks, or financial institutions, using mathematical models to evaluate financial markets and risks.

Educator/Teacher: Graduates can become mathematics educators, teaching at secondary or tertiary levels, inspiring students and fostering mathematical understanding.

Consultant: Proficient individuals can work as mathematical consultants, offering expertise to various industries for problem-solving, optimization, or modeling.