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Research covers a wide range of areas of theoretical and applied mathematics.You’ll be guided and supervised by our experts specialising in:analysis and partial differential equationsgeometry and dynamicsmathematical physicsmathematical biologynumerical analysis and scientific computingprobability and statistics.You can choose to study for a PhD or an MPhil. PhD and MPhil degrees differ in duration and in the extent of your research work.For a PhD, your research work makes a substantial original contribution to knowledge or understanding in your chosen field.For an MPhil, your work is an independent piece of research but in less depth than for a PhD. You’ll graduate with the degree title Master of Philosophy. You might be able to change to a PhD while you study for an MPhil.
You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree OR an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. Subject-specific requirements – Your qualification should be in mathematics. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.