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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 Statistics (inc. MMathStat) (GG13/GGC3) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  2. Research

    Industrial and Applied Mathematics PhD (Postgraduate research opportunity)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Mathematics - Distance Learning National 5

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Perth College 🇬🇧 Perth, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Econometrics (MORSE) Masters/MSc (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  6. Certificate

    PGCE (PG) in Secondary Mathematics (Postgraduate taught degrees (2013 entry))

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  7. Research

    Mathematics (Postgraduate Research Opportunity)

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  8. Foundation programme

    Mathematics (Undergraduate) (Foundation)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    BSc Mathematics with Music | G1W3 | 3 years

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  10. Teacher training

    Mathematics Specialist Teacher Programme - MaST, 2 years Part Time

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) degree, 3 years full-time, 4 years sandwich or study abroad, Code:G120

    Coventry University 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  12. Diploma

    Graduate Diploma Mathematics, 1 Year, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  13. Diploma

    Mathematics (Graduate Diploma)

    University of Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    MSci, Mathematics with Statistics (G1GH)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  16. Undergraduate

    Mathematics and joint schools (Undergraduate)

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

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  17. Master

    MSci Mathematics and Physics (GFC3)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Mathematics | G101

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics MPhil, PhD

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

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  20. Other programmes

    MMath: Mathematics with Study Year Abroad | G104

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  21. Associate

    Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy CPD) in the Lifelong Learning Sector UOP Diploma Level 5

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  22. Research

    Mathematics and Statistics (MASDOC) (PhD) (Research)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, 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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