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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
  • 153 countries
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  1. Master

    Mathematics (Masters)

    University of Milan 🇮🇹 Milan / Milano, Italy

  2. Minor

    Mathematics Minor

    Champlain College 🇺🇸 Burlington, United States

  3. Other programmes

    MMath Mathematics (with a year abroad)

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  5. PhD / Doctorate

    基础数学 (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

  6. Bachelor

    Applied Mathematics BS

    State University of New York at Oswego 🇺🇸 Oswego, United States

  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics

    Concordia University Texas 🇺🇸 Austin, United States

  8. Bachelor

    BSc Mathematics (with a year abroad)

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  10. Other programmes

    Mathematical Literacy Level 4

    North-West University 🇿🇦 Potchefstroom, South Africa

  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematik, (06105),Doctorate

    University Wuerzburg, Germany 🇩🇪 Würzburg, Germany

  12. Bachelor

    Mathematik, Bachelor

    University of Augsburg 🇩🇪 Augsburg, Germany

  13. Other programmes

    Science & Mathematics

    Brooklands College 🇬🇧 Weybridge, Surrey, Ashford, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Study Mathematics – facts and figures

Mathematics is taught at 2,049 universities and colleges in 153 countries – including 1,746 Bachelor, 1,342 Master and 538 PhD programmes. Most programmes are offered in United States (2,530), 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.

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