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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. Certificate

    Mathematics (Graduate Certificate / Graduate Diploma)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Certificate

    GCSE Mathematics

    Croydon College 🇬🇧 Croydon, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Mathematics and Statistics | GG13

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics PhD

    The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    G1ZM MPhil/PhD Mathematics

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

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  7. Master

    PGCert Mathematics (Secondary, Flexible) (Masters)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Mathematics (MSc)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Financial Mathematics with Professional Practice BSc (Undergraduate) (Masters)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  10. Certificate

    FB1024A, Mathematics, GCSE - Foundation Tier

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  11. Foundation programme

    Mathematics

    Reach Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 1AH, United Kingdom

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  12. Certificate

    Mathematics and Statistics for Social Scientists (Certificate)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Certificate

    Mathematics for Economists (Certificate)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Scholarship

    Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy CPD) in the Lifelong Learning Sector - Grantham College

    University of Luton 🇬🇧 Luton Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Mathematics | G100

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    G1G3 Mathematics with Statistics, 4 years BSc (Hons)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  18. Foundation programme

    Mathematical Techniques (International Foundation Programme )

    Azad University (IR) in Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    Financial Mathematics with Professional Practice BSc (Undergraduate) (Bachelor)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  20. Diploma

    PG Diploma Discrete Mathematics and its Applications, 1 Year, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  21. Undergraduate

    Mathematics (Undergraduate)

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

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  22. Master

    G1U3 MSc Financial Mathematics

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