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Welcome to the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Durham

Mathematical Sciences at Durham offers a unique blend of high-quality teaching and research in Applied & Computational Mathematics, Mathematical & Theoretical Physics, Pure Mathematics, Probability, and Statistics. We pride ourselves on combining world-leading research with a dedication to the learning experience of our undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Our curriculum and degree structure is monitored and regularly updated to provide students with the best possible mathematical and general skills, equipping them for a rapidly changing professional environment. Our degree portfolio has recently been enriched to offer the possibility of a year in industry and a new route in statistics that will give interested students practical experience of problem-solving in a commercial environment.

Research and impact
Joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014)
10th
10th in The Complete University Guide 2025
Award
Award Athena Swan Bronze Award Holder
96% of our research outputs are world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

Study with us

Find out more about the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes we offer at the Department of Mathematical Sciences.

Undergraduate study

We offer various undergraduate courses which allow choice from a wide spectrum of pure mathematics, applied mathematics (including mathematical physics) and statistics.
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Postgraduate study

We currently offer three taught postgraduate degrees which offer a gateway to a variety of careers and a natural pathway to a PhD.
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Look closer at our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Our Department of Mathematical Sciences combines world-leading research with a dedication to the learning experience of our students. We offer a unique blend of high-quality teaching and research across a wide range of disciplines and provide practical experience to support future careers and employment prospects.

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Our research

Research in the Department of Mathematical Sciences is organised into a number of research groups. We are also members of various scientific networks, addressing a wide selection of topics from the mathematics of climate change to geometric group theory.

Research areas
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Seminars and events

Find out more about upcoming seminars and events at the Department of Mathematical Sciences.

Seminars and events

Our location

Our new, purpose built home realises an imaginative design that provides an inspiring environment for mathematical research and scholarly activities of the highest standards.
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The Mathematical Sciences and Computer Science building

What's new?

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Victoria Schleis awarded prestigious IAS fellowship

Victoria Schleis, a postdoctoral research associate in our top-rated Mathematical Sciences department, has been awarded a prestigious fellowship by the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) for the 2024-25 academic year.
Victoria Schleis

Scientists explain why some exoplanets are spiralling towards their stars

In a new study, our pioneering scientists think they have solved a mystery about exoplanets (planets outside our solar system) that are getting closer and closer to the stars they orbit around.
An artist's impression of exoplanet WASP-12b

Durham University receives £1 million EPSRC grant for AI research hub

We have been awarded a £1 million grant as part of a new £10 million national research hub from Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) that will focus on developing new mathematical foundations for artificial intelligence (AI).
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Meet Dr Sacha Mangerel from our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Get to know Dr Sacha Mangerel from our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
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Meet Dr Martin Kerin from our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Get to know Dr Martin Kerin who recently joined our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
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Meet Dr Denis Patterson from our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Get to know Dr Denis Patterson who recently joined our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
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Willmore Pure Postgraduate Day

Our recent Willmore Pure Postgraduate Day celebrated the exciting research in pure mathematics carried out by junior researchers in the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
The Willmore Pure Mathematics Postgraduate Prize being awarded

Pioneering mathematician awarded prestigious Royal Society Fellowship

In a new development for our highly rated Mathematical Sciences department, Dr Yohance Osborne is set to join us as one of the first recipients of the prestigious Royal Society Career Development Fellowship.
Dr Yohance Osborne

Researchers discover a new form of Oxygen

A leading statistician from our department of Mathematical Sciences has collaborated with researchers from Tokyo Institute of Technology in Japan to achieve a major discovery in nuclear physics.
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My Durham Story - Milica Spasojevic

We caught up with Milica Spasojevic who recently graduated from our department of Mathematical Sciences.
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Championing students in high-performance computing with Student Cluster Competitions

In our top-rated Department of Computer Science, we offer an unparallel support and opportunities for our students to excel in the world of complex computing.
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Meet Dr Martin Kerin from our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Get to know Dr Martin Kerin who recently joined our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
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Meet Dr Denis Patterson from our Department of Mathematical Sciences

Get to know Dr Denis Patterson who recently joined our Department of Mathematical Sciences.
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Student updates

Hear from our Mathematical Science students.

Highlights

Understanding Quantum Physics shouldn’t be so darn hard!

PhD student Laur explores Quantum Physics.
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A day in the life of a third-year Maths student

Third year maths student Maisie tells about her day-to-day life at Durham University.
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Get in touch

Find out more about our undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities in the Department of Mathematical Sciences.

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Mathematical Sciences & Computer Science Building
Durham University
Upper Mountjoy Campus
Stockton Road
Durham University
DH1 3LE

 

Tel: +44 (0) 191 334 3050

Fax: +44 (0) 191 334 3051

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