PhD Mathematics at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

The School of Mathematics & Statistics is one of the largest in the UK, with research across pure and applied mathematics and statistics. Research areas include algebra, analysis, continuum mechanics, geometry and topology, geophysical and astrophysical fluid dynamics, integrable systems and mathematical physics, mathematical biology and number theory.

Faculty: College of Science & Engineering | Department: School of Mathematics & Statistics | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 6-8 years part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research degree based on an individual project supervised within the School, supported by research seminars, postgraduate seminars and an annual week-long statistical analysis and modelling training course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a 2.1 honours degree. Required documents: academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV, two references. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no subtest below 6.5 (other accepted tests include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic (test centre) and Cambridge C1/C2).

International applicants: GBP 33,708 a year (2027/28). 2027/28 full-time annual tuition (international and EU). UK fee for 2027/28 to be confirmed (2026/27 UK fee was GBP 5,238). Part-time study is charged at half the full-time annual fee. Excludes possible bench fees (research support costs) set in the offer Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 6-8 years part-time

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