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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. Master

    Applicable and Numerical Mathematics MSc (Taught course)

    University of Reading 🇬🇧 Berkshire, United Kingdom

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, PhD

    University of Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  3. Teacher training

    Short Course Programme Mathematics Development Programme for Teachers (MDPT)

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  4. Associate

    AS/A Level Mathematics (2389)

    Croydon College 🇬🇧 Croydon, United Kingdom

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  6. Research

    Applied Mathematics PhD/MSc by Research (Doctoral research)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Actuarial Science and Mathematics (3 years) [BSc] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Computational Mathematics, MSc Diploma

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Pre-Masters Certificate in Mathematics (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Applied Mathematics (BSc)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  11. Certificate

    Mathematics (Postgraduate certificate)

    The Open University 🇬🇧 Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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  12. Research

    Applied Mathematics MRes (Combined research and taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (with Foundation Phase), PhD, 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  15. Scholarship

    Mathematics (Departmental Scholarship)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Scholarship

    Mathematics Combined (Minor) (BSc (Hons) (or if combined with a BA(Hons) Major route, the award received will be BA (Hons)))

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

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  17. Master

    G1U2 MSc Applicable Mathematics

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

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  18. Fellowship

    Mathematics (Fellowship) (PhD Studentship Opportunity)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Research

    Mathematics of Complex Systems (MSc by Research)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  20. Research

    Interdisciplinary Mathematics (PhD) (Research Degree)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  21. Diploma

    Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector - Level 5, CID870, Diploma, 30 Weeks (or equivalent), Part Time (short course)

    University of Sunderland 🇬🇧 Sunderland, United Kingdom

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  22. Research

    Mathematics (Research)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 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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