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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Mathematics

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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3 yearsDuration
£24,250Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PhD Mathematics at Lancaster University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about solving complex problems. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. Our research expertise is in algebra, analysis, probability, statistical methodology, and medical and social statistics. You will have a formal weekly meeting with your supervisor, supplemented by more frequent, informal contact. Our postgraduate instruction is through either intense lectures (on- or off-campus) under the APTS scheme (Statistics), or term-length courses delivered by video-link, under the MAGIC scheme (Pure Mathematics). A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Algebra and Number Theory
Real and Functional Analysis
Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes
Statistical Methodology and Inference
Research Methods and Academic Communication
Specialisation in Applied or Pure Mathematics
Doctoral Thesis
Postgraduate Seminar Series
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic58————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£24,250

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£72,750

Home Student Fee

£5,006

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

62%Working
11%Studying
13%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
74%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH09-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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Lancaster University · Postgraduate

10% off feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
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Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Mathematics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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