Mathematics PhD

Program Overview

The University of Sussex's Mathematics PhD program fosters research skills, deepens mathematical understanding, and enhances communication abilities. Guided by experts in various specialties, students delve into theoretical and applied mathematics to make original contributions to the field and prepare for careers in academia or industry as researchers, lecturers, and data analysts.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Mathematics PhD program at the University of Sussex is a research-based degree that allows students to delve into a wide range of theoretical and applied mathematics. The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a substantial original contribution to their chosen field.

Objectives:

The program aims to:

• Develop students' research skills and abilities.
• Provide students with a deep understanding of their chosen area of mathematics.
• Enable students to communicate their research effectively.
• Prepare students for a career in academia or industry.

Teaching:

• Students are guided and supervised by experts specializing in various areas of mathematics, including:
• Analysis and partial differential equations
• Geometry and topology
• Mathematical physics
• Mathematical biology
• Numerical analysis and scientific computing
• Probability and statistics

Careers:

• The program prepares students for careers in academia or industry.
• Students can pursue careers as:
• Researchers
• Lecturers
• Data analysts
• Mathematicians in various industries

Other:

• The program is offered on a full-time or part-time basis.
• Students can choose to study for a PhD or an MPhil.
• The program is assessed through a combination of coursework and research.
• The program is highly regarded and has a strong reputation for excellence.
• The University of Sussex is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.
• The program is taught by world-leading experts in their field.
• The University of Sussex is located in a vibrant and diverse city.
• The program offers students the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research.
• The program is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the needs of individual students.
• The University of Sussex is committed to providing students with a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• The program is designed to help students develop their critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• The program is a challenging but rewarding experience that will equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen career.

Home students: £4,786 per year for full-time students Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £4,786 per year for full-time students International students: £21,500 per year for full-time students Home PhD student fees are set at the level recommended by United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) annually, rising in line with inflation. Additional costs Empirical research costs On top of your PhD fees and living costs, you may also need to cover some research and training costs, relevant to your research project. These costs will depend on your research topic and training needs, but may include:

• travel (to archives, collections or scientific facilities)
• a laptop
• overseas fieldwork costs (travel and accommodation, and language training)
• conference costs (travel, registration fees and accommodation)
• laboratory consumables and workshop materials
• participant costs
• transcription or translation costs
• open-access publication costs.
If you have a scholarship from one of the UK Research Councils, your scholarship should cover these types of costs.