study·mathematics
Part of the University Directory · 65,000+ universities & colleges

Study Mathematics

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
Advertisement

6,782 programmes

Sort: Popular A–Z

  1. Other programmes

    Angewandte Mathematik

    Leipzig University of Applied Sciences 🇩🇪 Leipzig, Germany

  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (PhD)

    Sabanci University 🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkey

  3. Advertisement
  4. Master

    MSci Mathematics and Physics (GFC3)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

  5. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics (PHD)

    Arizona State University at Tempe 🇺🇸 Tempe, Arizona, United States

  6. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Mathematics | G101

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics MPhil, PhD

    Staffordshire University 🇬🇧 Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

  8. Major

    Applied Mathematics (Major)

    Ball State University 🇺🇸 Muncie, United States

  9. Advertisement
  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (PhD)

    University of Zakho (UOZ) 🇮🇶 Zakho, Iraq

  11. Diploma

    Mathematics (Diploma)

    Dhofar University 🇴🇲 Salalah, Oman

  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (PhD)

    Karlstad University 🇸🇪 Karlstad, Sweden

  13. Other programmes

    Mathematics specialty

    King Khaled University 🇸🇦 Abha, Saudi Arabia

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.

Study Mathematics by country

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.

Advertisement