PhD Mathematics
University of Exeter
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Mathematics and Statistics brings together our internationally leading research in several areas of pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics, including number theory, arithmetic geometry, geophysical and astrophysical fluid dynamics, dynamical systems, control theory, statistical forecasting and uncertainty quantification.Pure mathematics - Our research centres on number theory, arithmetic geometry, analysis and dynamical systems.Geophysical and astrophysical fluid - Our research ...Read more

Mathematics and Statistics brings together our internationally leading research in several areas of pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics, including number theory, arithmetic geometry, geophysical and astrophysical fluid dynamics, dynamical systems, control theory, statistical forecasting and uncertainty quantification.Pure mathematics - Our research centres on number theory, arithmetic geometry, analysis and dynamical systems.Geophysical and astrophysical fluid - Our research centres on theoretical fluid dynamics and numerical modelling with applications to atmospheres, oceans, magnetic fields and solar physics.Systems, dynamics and control - Our research centres on control theory, dynamical systems and complex systems with applications to biology, medicine and engineering.Environmental Mathematics - Our research in dynamical systems, control theory, and data science applies to sustainability, ecology, epidemiology, human health, renewable energy, innovation and business.Living Systems Mathematics - We undertake mathematical research with applications to biology and medicine.Climate dynamics - Our research centres on modelling the climate system and on quantifying and reducing uncertainties in climate projections.Statistical and Data Science - Our research centres on stochastic modelling, forecasting and uncertainty quantification with applications to the environment, health and decision support.

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Ruiping
07 Feb 25

It has a good environment and facilities for study. I can meet some nice people. The only thing which need to be improved is the transport, if there are more bus routes and less..Read more

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Rajasain
06 Feb 25

University of Exeter is great place for studying because the facilities are very good like library, study space etc. So far everything is good for..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain before starting, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in mathematics, statistics, or other relevant subject with a high level of mathematics. Undergraduate degree classifications should be equivalent to a First or strong Upper Second. Please indicate in your application which of our research groups or members of staff you are interested in working with.

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£5,006 per year

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£26,500 per year

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Ruiping
07 Feb 25
MSc Mathematics
It has a good environment and facilities for study. I can meet some nice people. The only thing which need to be improved is the transport, if there are more bus routes and less...
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Rajasain
06 Feb 25
MPhil Mathematics
University of Exeter is great place for studying because the facilities are very good like library, study space etc. So far everything is good for...
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University of Exeter
University of Exeter , Exeter

A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, the University of Exeter ranks in 11th place in the UK (Complete...

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University of Exeter Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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