Applied and Computational Mathematics PhD
The University of Edinburgh
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The Applied and Computational Mathematics research group combines expertise in dynamics, classical and statistical mechanics and advanced scientific computing techniques, to develop techniques for applications such as molecular dynamics, geophysical and astrophysical fluid dynamics and optoelectronics. If you have a passion for applied mathematics, our facilities, people and environment will help you develop your research ideas to their full potential. The School of Mathematics is a vibrant ...Read more

The Applied and Computational Mathematics research group combines expertise in dynamics, classical and statistical mechanics and advanced scientific computing techniques, to develop techniques for applications such as molecular dynamics, geophysical and astrophysical fluid dynamics and optoelectronics. If you have a passion for applied mathematics, our facilities, people and environment will help you develop your research ideas to their full potential. The School of Mathematics is a vibrant community of more than 60 academic and related staff supervising 60 students. Our research interests are varied and include: astrophysical fluid dynamics multiscale modelling and analysis molecular dynamics mathematical meteorology Hamiltonian dynamics nonlinear waves in fluids and solids optoelectronics signal processing mathematical biology exponential asymptotics homogenisation theory

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Entry requirements

A UK first class honours degree, or its international equivalent, in an appropriate subject; or a UK 2:1 honours degree plus a UK masters degree, or their international equivalents; or relevant qualifications and experience.

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£5,006 per year

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£5,006 per year

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£27,600 per year

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£27,600 per year

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

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The University of Edinburgh
Grant Institute Kings Buildings, W Mains Rd Edinburgh EH9 3DW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley  1.0 miles away
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