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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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    Mathematics Higher

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

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  3. Postgraduate

    Mathematics (Postgraduate)

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics (Joint Honours)

    University of Derby 🇬🇧 Derby, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics and Physics (4 Years) [MMath&Phys] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics/Physics (Equal), MMath, 4 years, Equal

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics with Modern Applications

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics (Taught Programme)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

  10. Undergraduate

    Mathematics MMath (Undergraduate)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics with Study in Europe - MMath (G102)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics - MMath (G103)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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    Mathematics with Spanish Language - MMath (G1R4)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, 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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