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Research overview

Follow your passion for research Join the School of Mathematical Sciences for the chance to work on projects in both fundamental and applied mathematical sciences that have an impact in the modern world. Projects cover the areas of:

Pure mathematics

Applied mathematics

Mathematical physics

Statistics and probability

Mathematical education & scholarship.

Why choose Nottingham for your PhD? We're looking for passionate research students to help us shape the future of mathematical sciences and make a difference to the world around us.

Our research projects range from proposing new mathematical structures and uncovering new fundamental physics, to using mathematical sciences to produce sustainable materials, enhance future healthcare, and develop artificial intelligence.

Work is organised around exciting research themes, some of which focus on more traditional areas and others target emerging and multi-disciplinary problems:

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• algebra, arithmetic, and their geometries
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• computational statistics and machine learning
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• data-driven modelling and computation
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• epidemic modelling
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• fluid mechanics
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• geometry and symmetry
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• gravity
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• mathematical medicine and biology
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• mathematical neuroscience
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• multiscale modelling and heterogeneous media
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• numerical and applied analysis
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• quantum information and metrology
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• quantum mathematics
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• real, complex and functional analysis
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• symbolic computational mathematics
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• teaching and learning in mathematics higher education
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• wave modelling

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the