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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. Undergraduate

    Mathematics and Philosophy (Undergraduate)

    University of Oxford, Oriel College 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Pure Mathematics BSc (Hons)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  3. Certificate

    Mathematics GCSE

    Bexhill College 🇬🇧 Bexhill-on-Sea East Sussex, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    MSci Mathematics with, Statistics (G1GH)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  6. Certificate

    Teacher Training, Secondary Mathematics, PGCE with QTS

    University of Huddersfield 🇬🇧 Huddersfield, United Kingdom

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Pure Mathematics PhD (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    Keele University 🇬🇧 Keele, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  9. Certificate

    PGCert, Primary Mathematics - entry in September 2015

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    BSc Mathematics

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Financial Mathematics BSc Honours (GN13)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  12. Postgraduate

    Pure Mathematics (Postgraduate)

    University of Leeds 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Mathematics and Physics with Placement | FG31

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  15. Research

    Mathematics (Research)

    University of Reading 🇬🇧 Berkshire, United Kingdom

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  16. Master

    Financial Mathematics, MSc

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Mathematics and Statistics BSc Honours (GG13)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    MSci, Mathematics and Physics (GFC3)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  19. Undergraduate

    Physics and Mathematics (Undergraduate)

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Short Course Programme Mathematics Enhancement Course (MEC)

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  21. Research

    Mathematics PhD Research Programmes

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  22. Research

    Mathematics PhD Research Programmes (MPhil)

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, 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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