PhD Mathematics at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The PhD in Mathematics is carried out under the guidance of a supervisory team in the Mathematical Sciences Research Centre, which works in algebra, analysis, operator algebras, algebraic topology, topological data analysis, PDEs, survival analysis, Bayesian networks, data analytics and operational research.

Department: School of Mathematics and Physics | Duration: 3 years full-time (thesis submission); part-time equivalent | Intake: Academic year 2027/28 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Independent research towards an original contribution to knowledge under supervision, with postgraduate skills training through the Graduate School and seminars and workshops organised by the School.

Career pathways

Graduates take up posts such as statistical analysis programmer, financial engineer and business analyst, with employers including Seagate, Allstate, AquaQ Analytics, Citigroup, Deloitte, PwC, Randox and UCAS.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree (2.1) from a UK or ROI higher education provider, or an equivalent qualification. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (taken within the last 2 years), or equivalent.

International applicants: GBP 23,600 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other tuition per year; bench fees may apply separately Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time (thesis submission); part-time equivalent

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