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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

    Mathematics (Doctoral Degree)

    University of Massachusetts Amherst 🇺🇸 Amherst, United States

  2. Master

    Mathematics (M.S.)

    Ohio University 🇺🇸 Athens, United States

  3. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    Assumption College 🇺🇸 Worcester, United States

  4. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    Butler University 🇺🇸 Indianapolis, United States

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  6. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    University of California, Santa Cruz 🇺🇸 Santa Cruz, United States

  7. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    Wellesley College 🇺🇸 Wellesley, United States

  8. Minor

    Mathematics (Minor)

    James Madison University 🇺🇸 Harrisonburg, United States

  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (Ph.D.)

    University of Houston 🇺🇸 Houston, United States

  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (PhD)

    Shandong University of Science and Technology 🇨🇳 Qingdao Shandong Province, China

  11. Minor

    Mathematics Major, Minor

    Portland State University 🇺🇸 Oregon, United States

  12. Other programmes

    Mathematics, Specialist (5 year) degree

    Far Eastern Federal University 🇷🇺 Vladivostok, Russia, Russia

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  14. PhD / Doctorate

    Pure Mathematics PhD (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Mathematics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

  16. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    University of Manitoba 🇨🇦 Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

  17. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    Keele University 🇬🇧 Keele, Staffordshire, 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.

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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