Undergraduate courses in mathematical sciences
Learn more about our mathematical sciences courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
Department of Mathematical Sciences
We are an internationally recognised mathematics research department with excellence in teaching at all levels.
Study with us
Find out about our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, funding opportunities and how you can apply.
Master's courses in mathematical sciences
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa)
We train the future generation of interdisciplinary mathematicians, working at the interface of statistics with applied and computational mathematics.
Postgraduate research degrees in mathematical sciences
Find out about our PhD degrees, funding opportunities and how you can apply.
Mathematical sciences projects on FindAPhD.com
We are currently advertising projects across a broad range of mathematical disciplines.
Explore the mathematics of Covid-19 and its potential impact
Here you can find a bespoke series of lectures on epidemic modelling provided by experts from the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Bath.
Our research and facilities
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Research in the Department of Mathematical Sciences
Find out what Research Centres and groups make up the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
People in the Department of Mathematical Sciences
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Facilities available for mathematical sciences students, researchers and industry
Explore our facilities available for teaching and research with expert support from University staff.
Institute for Mathematical Innovation
We work across the mathematical sciences, developing large scale research endeavours, notably in the interdisciplinary arena with impact.
One World Seminars
These seminars, driven by academics at Bath and international collaborators, cover many mathematical topics. Join with people around the world via Zoom.
News
Our latest research news and press releases.
How the zebrafish got its stripes
Animal patterns are a source of endless fascination, and now researchers at the University of Bath have worked out how zebrafish develop their stripes.
University announces new Director of Institute for Mathematical Innovation
Professor Andreas Kyprianou will be the new Director of the Institute for Mathematical Innovation from 1 August 2020.
Maths postgraduate students win NERC Hackathon on Air Quality
Four PhD students from Mathematical Sciences have won the first in a series of NERC hackathons addressing the impact of COVID-19 on the environment.
Black lives matter - Mathematical Sciences
We stand in solidarity with our black students, staff and wider community.
Covid-19 and the maths seminar revolution
Mathematicians from around the world are meeting on Zoom to watch expert seminars, thanks to the creativity of professors from Bath and Germany.
Bath undergraduates present their research to UK Parliament
Two students from the University took part of a high-profile event celebrating the best undergraduate research from across the country.
Events
We are an active research department. Join us at one of our workshops, conferences or seminars.
LMS-Bath Symposium on Mathematics of Machine Learning
3 Aug 2020 9.00am
Online
A symposium exploring the underpinning mathematics of machine learning
Integrative Think Tank 12
7 Sep 2020 9.00am
Online
ITTs take high level challenges from external partners and formulate them into mathematical questions that can be addressed through long-term research projects.
Imaging meets Computational PDEs Online Conference
17 Sep 2020 1.00pm
Online
Imaging and PDE-based numerical modelling are fascinating mathematical research fields and play an important role in numerous medical diagnosis tools.
Improve your employability with a year-long work placement
Take advantage of our strong links with industry and do a placement as part of your studies.
My placement at Deloitte gave me experience of large-scale projects in two industries
Mathematical Sciences student Charlotte Eldred enjoyed her placement so much that she's going back for more.
The international team-building trip was a highlight of my placement
Mathematical Sciences student Charlotte Ware enjoyed the business trips during her placement as a financial analyst.
Learning how to lead
Maths student Lily Hemmett learnt a great deal on placement in the fast-paced development atmosphere of Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Outreach and engagement
Find out how we're educating the public and inspiring students of all ages with our outreach activities.
Mathematics outreach activities
We offer a range of activities to local schools, colleges and communities.
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Apply now for one of our academic positions.
Joining Mathematical Sciences as an independent research fellow
Advice for postdoctoral researchers about how to apply for fellowships and join the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Equality and diversity
The Department of Mathematical Sciences aims to support an inclusive culture that values the diversity of its staff and students. We are supporters of the London Mathematical Society's Good Practice Scheme and hold an Athena SWAN Silver Award.
About the Department of Mathematical Sciences
Teaching expertise in the Department is backed by our teams' strong involvement in research across pure and applied mathematics, statistics and probability.
In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), 88% of our research was rated world leading or internationally excellent.
Contact us
For general enquiries to the Department Office, email maths-enquiries@bath.ac.uk or call 01225 386989.