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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Bay Campus 1

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

You will undertake a mathematics research project over two years (MPhil) or three years (PhD), supported by our globally esteemed researchers. The project will be shaped by your participation in research activities such as seminars, workshops, laboratory activity and fieldwork, as well as your involvement in one of our established research groups. Mathematics at Swansea hosts one of the strongest research groups in probability theory in the UK, especially in stochastic processes. Senior members of the group are world leaders in their fields. Our research groups include: Algebra and Topology, Areas of interest – noncommutative geometry, categorical methods in algebra and topology, homotopy theory and homological algebra, Analysis and Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations Areas of interest – reaction-diffusion and reaction-diffusion-convection, equations and systems, Navier–Stokes equations in fluid dynamics, Stochastic Analysis Areas of interest – functional inequalities and applications, Levy-type processes, stochastic modelling of fractal, multifractal and multiscale systems and Mathematical methods in Biology and Life Sciences Areas of interest – mathematical pharmacology heat and mass transfer models for plant cooling modelling cellular signal transduction dynamics, mathematical oncology.This PhD in Mathematics at Swansea will enable you to undertake a substantial project led by you. It is a highly respected qualification which is a necessary step in a career in academia, and alsowill open a wider scope for employment in fields such as education, government or the private sector. A thesis will be submitted for assessment demonstrating original research with a substantive contribution to the subject area. The PhD title is awarded following a successful oral examination of the thesis (a viva voce examination or viva voce). You will acquire research skills for high-level work and skills and training programmes are available on campus for further support. There will be opportunities to deliver presentations to research students and staff at departmental seminars and conferences. There may also be opportunities to develop your teaching skills through undergraduate tutorials, demonstrations and seminars.

Application deadline

15/08/2025

Tuition fees

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£ 21,300per year

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Singleton Park Campus, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, United Kingdom

Swansea offers an outstanding study experience across two beachside campuses, with a community of 4,800+ undergraduates and postgraduates from 100+ countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), Swansea University offers an exceptional education combined with an unforgettable student experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    30th out of 65 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 244
    136 56%

    40th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    35th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.19 80%

    26th

    23

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