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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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  2. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (PhD)

    Basrah University 🇮🇶 Basrah, Iraq

  4. Diploma

    Mathematik (Diploma)

    Leipzig University 🇩🇪 Deutscher Platz 5, Germany

  5. Other programmes

    Honours Mathematics (60 credits)

    McGill University 🇨🇦 Montreal, Quebec, Canada

  6. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    Alabama State University 🇺🇸 Montgomery, United States

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  8. Certificate

    Financial Mathematics MSc/PGDip/PGCert (Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

  9. Master

    Applied Mathematics (MA)

    University of California, San Diego 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

  10. Major

    Applied Mathematics (Undergraduate Major)

    Auburn University 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics PhD (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

  12. Bachelor

    BScHons (Applied Mathematics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

  13. Teacher training

    Mathematics Specialist Teacher programme

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, 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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