PhD Financial Mathematics at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Build the mathematics behind financial decision-making. Financial mathematics research develops mathematical and statistical models to improve financial forecasting and decision-making under uncertainty. As a postgraduate researcher in this Department of Mathematics research theme, you'll work within a department offering research opportunities across probability, financial mathematics and actuarial science. Apply for one of our advertised research projects, or bring your own research question to a supervisor to develop a proposal. Explore Mathematics postgraduate research.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: Department of Mathematics | Duration: 3–4 Years FT or equivalent PT study | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Department of Mathematics has an outstanding research reputation and a thriving community of PhD students. Opportunities for PhD research are available in a range of Financial Mathematicsresearch topics or Mathemathics research areas .

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Entry requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for this PhD is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent) OR any upper-second class (2:1) honours degree and a Master’s degree at merit in a discipline directly relevant to the PhD (or international equivalent). Other combinations of qualifications and research or work experience may also be considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6 in writing and listening, and 5.5. in all other sub-tests. Interview: An interview is required for entry to this programme of study.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,100 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band B fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band A fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3–4 Years FT or equivalent PT study

Apply through the official page: https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/getting-started/applying/

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