Doctor of Philosophy | Mathematical Sciences

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A four-year PhD programme in a stimulating environment for conducting original research in the mathematical sciences.

The programme is offered by the Division of Mathematical Sciences at the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. Graduate students take advanced courses focusing on active research topics, and perform research under the supervision of a faculty member.

Our students receive intensive support in their theoretical work, as well as in practical and computational aspects (where appropriate), including access to state-of-the-art computational resources. The programme culminates in writing and defending a doctoral research thesis before a panel of experts.

Applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

  • BSc in Mathematics, Mathematical Sciences, or a very closely related discipline (for those with degrees in other fields, see below). If the university has an honours system, at least second-upper class honours, or the equivalent, is required.
  • For the PhD programme, applicants may optionally have a MSc degree in Mathematics or a related discipline, but this is not mandatory. If the university has an honours system, at least second-upper class honours in the MSc degree, or the equivalent, is required.
  • International applicants must have GRE General Test scores or GATE scores. A GRE subject score in mathematics is welcome but not required.
  • International applicants who are not native English speakers must have TOEFL scores or IETLS scores.

There are two application periods each year: October to January (for admission in August), and June to July (for admission in January). Most students are admitted during the first period.

The PhD programme has a minimum candidature period of 2 years, and a maximum of 5 years. The programme consist of a mix of coursework and original research. PhD students must pass a qualifying examination during their first 1-2 years of study. The programme culminates in writing a scientific thesis and defending it before a panel of experts.