Overview

You would be joining a vibrant research community of almost 100 postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers and academic staff. You have the opportunity to engage with a very wide range of research topics within a well-established system of support and training, with a high level of contact between staff and research students.

A very active research seminar programme further enhances the Mathematics research experience.

Careers

A Mathematics (Research) programme at the University of Kent is a flexible and valuable qualification that gives you a competitive advantage in a wide range of mathematically oriented careers. Our programmes enable you to develop the skills and capabilities that employers are looking for including problem-solving, independent thought, report-writing, project management, leadership skills, teamworking and good communication.

Many of our graduates have gone on to work in international organisations, the financial sector, and business. Others have found postgraduate research places at Kent and other universities.

Programme Structure

Areas of research include:

Nonlinear differential equations

Mathematical biology

Quantum integrable systems

Topological solitons

Algebra and representation theory

Algebraic topology

Invariant theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-04 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-11 00:00:00 , National

More details

No fixed deadline for applications from home students, but we recommend to apply as soon as possible; no later than three months before your start date.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mathematics Applied Mathematics Actuarial Science View 45 other Masters in Applied Mathematics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

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Other requirements

General requirements

A first or second class honours degree in a subject with a significant mathematical content (or equivalent).
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19300 GBP / year

≈ 19300 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

EU and International Part time: £9,650 and UK Part time: £2,503

Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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