Mathematics and physics research courses
Our School is home to around 100 PhD students, working on projects ranging from computational studies of dark matter to experimental studies of paints and from the analysis of the Navier-Stokes equations to modelling the circadian rhythms of sleep.
So, whether you are interested in pure or applied mathematics or theoretical or experimental physics, our friendly School is the right place for you to undertake your studies for a PhD.
What we are researching
Project funding
Many of our research projects are funded by large-scale grants from the public and private sectors including:
Expert support
The Doctoral College supports the academic and professional development of postgraduate researchers to ensure our world-leading research continues to grow. There is also an extensive Researcher Development Programme run at university level.
What our students say
Find a course
If you are interested in doing a PhD with us, please look at the interests of our School's research groups and get in contact with an academic.