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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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  • 115 institutions
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  1. Certificate

    Mathematics (PGCE Secondary)

    Liverpool Hope University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

  2. Undergraduate

    Mathematics and Physics (FG31) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

  3. Research

    Mathematics (PhD) (Research)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  5. Bachelor

    Mathematics and Physics, BSc, 3 years

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

  6. Certificate

    Mathematics Secondary PGCE (Taught course)

    University of Reading 🇬🇧 Berkshire, United Kingdom

  7. Certificate

    Physics with Mathematics (PGCE Secondary)

    University of East London 🇬🇧 London United Kingdom, United Kingdom

  8. Bachelor

    Theoretical Physics with Mathematics : BSc Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MSci, Mathematics (G103)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

  11. Bachelor

    Mathematics - BSc (Hons)

    Runshaw College 🇬🇧 Leyland, United Kingdom

  12. Teacher training

    Mathematics Development Programme for Teachers

    University of Cumbria 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

  13. Bachelor

    Mathematics - BSc (G100)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

  14. Undergraduate

    Mathematics (Undergraduate)

    Pembroke College, Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

  15. Certificate

    Mathematics (Professional) - PGCE

    University of Portsmouth 🇬🇧 Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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.

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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