Magma Computer Algebra System

Spec sheet

Purpose

Magma is a computational algebra system for algebra, number theory, algebraic geometry, and algebraic combinatorics.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Platforms

The maker lists Linux and 64-bit Intel Mac OS X as actively supported platforms; old Windows 32-bit versions are available but no longer actively supported.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Headquarters

Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaRead 28 Sep 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Documentation

The maker provides an online handbook with language guidance, topic-organized functions, and example code.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Download access

The latest software downloads are account-gated, and Magma says downloads are available after an order is received.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Individual purchase

Magma is currently available directly only to institutions; students may qualify for home versions through their institution.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

License mechanism

Magma requires a magmapassfile to run on a computer, generated using that computer's MAC address.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Mathematical structures

It supports structures including groups, rings, fields, modules, algebras, schemes, curves, graphs, designs, and codes.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Online calculator

A free online calculator is available for students and other users.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Patches

The maker says it issues approximately fifteen patch releases each year.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Research databases

Magma includes databases designed to support computational research in algebraic areas of mathematics.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Student access

A student version is available through educational institutions and is limited to 150 MB of memory.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Subscription

Institutional subscriptions usually cover a set period of three years and include new releases, bug fixes, and general support while current.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Third-party contributions

Extra user-submitted packages and tools are offered as-is without support from the Magma group.Read 5 Oct 2026 · magma.maths.usyd.edu.au

Plans and prices

Every Magma Computer Algebra System plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• Math Solver Apps#9 of 688.4