PhD Mathematics at Cardiff University

Programme overview

The School of Computational and Mathematical Sciences offers PhD research in areas including number theory, analysis, differential equations, numerical analysis, fluid dynamics, algebra, topology, geometry, combinatorics, quantum field theory, image processing, operational research and statistics.

Department: School of Computational and Mathematical Sciences | Duration: PhD 3.5 years (MPhil 1 year) full-time; PhD 5 years (MPhil 2 years) part-time | Intake: January, April, July, October | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research within groups with weekly seminars, conference and workshop support including the annual Welsh Mathematics Colloquium, and optional undergraduate teaching with HEA accreditation.

Career pathways

Careers in academia and in industry and business where a strong mathematical background is important.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree (or better) in a relevant subject area, or acceptable alternative international degree. Application requires degree certificate and transcripts, English language evidence, two references, a personal statement and an up-to-date CV. English language: IELTS overall 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or acceptable alternative. Self-funded applications are accepted year-round; studentships have defined closing dates.

Intake: January, April, July, October

Duration: PhD 3.5 years, MPhil 1 year

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