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Study Mathematics in the United Kingdom

Mathematics degrees develop abstract and analytical thinking – algebra, analysis, geometry, statistics and applied mathematics – a foundation for research, data science, finance and engineering.

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  1. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics, Royal Holloway, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Research

    (AQA)(Sandbach Boys School)FL1024A, Mathematics, GCSE

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  3. Research

    (AQA) G1GF, Mathematics - Higher Tier and Foundation Tier, GCSE (evening)

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  4. Research

    (AQA)(Middlewich High School)G1GZ, Mathematics, GCSE (evening)

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  6. Research

    (AQA)(Brine Leas)FM1024A, Mathematics, GCSE - FoundationTier

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  7. Diploma

    Diploma for Graduates in Mathematics

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics, MPhil, PhD, Distance Learning, Full-time, Part-time

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

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  9. Research

    Pure Mathematics MRes (Combined research and taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  10. Certificate

    Institute of Mathematics' Polymaths Certificate part-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  11. Certificate

    Postgraduate Certificate in Mathematics Support and Dyslexia/Dyscalculia in HE/FE

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Computational Mathematics with Modelling MSc (Masters)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  13. Master

    Advanced Mathematics MSc

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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  15. Certificate

    PGCert Mathematics Support for Students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia in HE/FE

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Actuarial Mathematics BSc (Hons)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Applicable Mathematics, MSc

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Teacher training

    Mathematics Subject Knowledge Enhancement Course for serving and returning teachers

    Liverpool Hope University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  19. Diploma

    Additional Diploma in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Statistics with Financial Mathematics - MSc (distance learning available)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  21. Research

    G1EM Visiting Research Student Mathematics

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Pre-Masters Certificate in Mathematics (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Study Mathematics in the United Kingdom – facts and figures

In the United Kingdom, 115 universities and colleges offer 699 Mathematics programmes: 226 Bachelor, 103 Master and 34 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are London, Birmingham, Manchester and Coventry. Institutions with the widest choice: University of London, University of Warwick and Imperial College London.

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 699 Mathematics programmes at 115 institutions in the United Kingdom. Popular cities include London, Birmingham and Manchester.

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 in the United Kingdom?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of London, University of Warwick, Imperial College London, University of Birmingham and University of Sussex.

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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