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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Fundamental Mathematics (Doctoral Degree (3-4 Years))

    Sichuan University 🇨🇳 Chengdu, Sichuan Province, P.R. China, China

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  3. Teacher training

    Mathematics & Applied Mathematics(Teaching)

    Huizhou University 🇨🇳 Huizhou, Guangdong, China

  4. Other programmes

    Mathematics (Exchange/Erasmus)

    Aalborg University 🇩🇰 Aalborg, Denmark

  5. Master

    Mathematics (MA) (Undergraduate Major)

    The University of Alabama 🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, United States

  6. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    St. Mary's College of California 🇺🇸 Moraga, United States

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (Ph.D.)

    University of Louisiana at Lafayette 🇺🇸 Lafayette, United States

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  9. Master

    Mathematics in Operations Research (OR) (Master)

    Technical University of Munich 🇩🇪 München, Garching, Freising, Germany

  10. Master

    Mathematics M.S. (Online)

    University of Minnesota 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States

  11. Certificate

    Mathematics: Teacher Certification

    University of West Alabama 🇺🇸 Livingston, United States

  12. Bachelor

    Mathematik (Bachelor)

    University of Trier 🇩🇪 Trier, Germany

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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