Department of Mathematical Sciences | PhD Mathematical Sciences
36 monthsProgramme duration
Sep-2024Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
PhD Mathematical Sciences at Durham University
The PhD degree is awarded upon successful completion of a thesis and an oral defence based on original research carried out over a period of between three and four years under the guidance of your supervisors. The first year is usually spent deepening your knowledge by attending courses and seminars and by reading books and papers. You will then start to explore open mathematical problems, developing key skills to carry out high-level research and communicate your results with a wide range of audiences.
The Department has 8 active Research Groups:
- Algebra & Number Theory
- Analysis
- Applied Mathematics
- Geometry & Topology
- Mathematical & Theoretical Particle Physics
- Probability
- Statistics
- Education & Pedagogy
The Department of Mathematical Sciences is one of the leading research units in the country, with interests in a wide range of areas in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical & Theoretical Physics, as well as Statistics and Probability. One measure of the vibrancy of our research is the number of postgraduate students we attract. There are about fifty at any given time within the Department.
Research postgraduates have similarly varied career paths; example job titles include Operational Researcher, Actuarial Analyst and Postgraduate Researcher. Example employers include the Civil Service, Deloitte, the Ministry of Defence and Hanover University.
Durham University: Inspiring the Extraordinary
We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world.
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
PhD Mathematical Sciences at Durham University
The PhD degree is awarded upon successful completion of a thesis and an oral defence based on original research carried out over a period of between three and four years under the guidance of your supervisors. The first year is usually spent deepening your knowledge by attending courses and seminars and by reading books and papers. You will then start to explore open mathematical problems, developing key skills to carry out high-level research and communicate your results with a wide range of audiences.
The Department has 8 active Research Groups:
- Algebra & Number Theory
- Analysis
- Applied Mathematics
- Geometry & Topology
- Mathematical & Theoretical Particle Physics
- Probability
- Statistics
- Education & Pedagogy
The Department of Mathematical Sciences is one of the leading research units in the country, with interests in a wide range of areas in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical & Theoretical Physics, as well as Statistics and Probability. One measure of the vibrancy of our research is the number of postgraduate students we attract. There are about fifty at any given time within the Department.
Research postgraduates have similarly varied career paths; example job titles include Operational Researcher, Actuarial Analyst and Postgraduate Researcher. Example employers include the Civil Service, Deloitte, the Ministry of Defence and Hanover University.
Durham University: Inspiring the Extraordinary
We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world.
A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other!
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