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Mathematics degrees develop abstract and analytical thinking – algebra, analysis, geometry, statistics and applied mathematics – a foundation for research, data science, finance and engineering.

  • 6,782 programmes
  • 2,049 institutions
  • 152 countries
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  1. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology 🇺🇸 Cambridge, USA, United States

  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics, Royal Holloway, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

  3. Bachelor

    B.Ed (Mathematics)

    University of Cape Coast 🇬🇭 Cape Coast, Ghana

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  5. Certificate

    Certificate in Bridging Mathematics

    KCA University 🇰🇪 Ruaraka, Kenya

  6. Major

    Applied Mathematics (Major Option)

    Humboldt State University 🇺🇸 Arcata, United States

  7. Other programmes

    Mathematics

    Khulna University of Engineering and Technology 🇧🇩 Khulna, Bangladesh

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  9. Bachelor

    Bachelor of science in mathematics

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

  10. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Mathematics

    University of Mauritius 🇲🇺 Mauritius, Mauritius

  11. Other programmes

    Mathematics and Statistics (Distance Learning)

    Queen's University 🇨🇦 Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Study Mathematics – facts and figures

Mathematics is taught at 2,049 universities and colleges in 152 countries – including 1,746 Bachelor, 1,342 Master and 538 PhD programmes. Most programmes are offered in United States (2,529), United Kingdom (699) and Germany (366). Institutions with the widest choice: The California State University, State University of New York (SUNY) and University of California.

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Degrees in Mathematics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Mathematics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Mathematics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Mathematics programmes?

The directory lists 6,782 Mathematics programmes at 2,049 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, United Kingdom and Germany.

How long does it take to study Mathematics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Mathematics programmes worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The California State University, State University of New York (SUNY), University of California, Palacky University and University of London.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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