Department of Mathematical Sciences research
Our groups focus on particular research areas but with a strong culture of collaboration and mutual support.
Department of Mathematical Sciences
We are an internationally recognised mathematics research department with excellence in teaching at all levels.
Research Excellence Framework 2021
98% of our research outputs were ranked as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (with 57% ‘world-leading’) in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021).
Study with us
Find out about our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, funding opportunities and how you can apply.
Undergraduate courses in mathematical sciences
Learn more about our mathematical sciences courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
Master's courses in mathematical sciences
Find out more about our MSc courses.
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.
Start your research career in mathematics with our Pathway to Research scheme
Gain advanced skills and experience needed to apply for competitive PhD programmes in the UK and overseas, and apply for a £10,000 bursary to support yourself.
Our research and facilities
Find out about our core activities and our people.
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
Find a member of staff in the department.
Seminars in the Department of Mathematical Sciences
Find out about upcoming seminars in the Department.
Facilities available for mathematical sciences students, researchers and industry
Explore our facilities available for teaching and research with expert support from University staff.
University of Bath - London Mathematical Society Symposia
Find out more about the Bath - LMS Symposia which covers the full breadth of mathematics and some applications.
Santander Undergraduate Research Experience 2022
Apply now for the Santander-Bath CDT Undergraduate Research Experience, taking place in Summer 2022, for women and other under-represented gender identities
News
Our latest research news and press releases.
Prof Chris Budd leads EPSRC Programme grant
Chris Budd will lead a team on a five year £3.5M EPSRC Programme Grant focusing on the Mathematics of Deep Learning.
University of Bath funding success with the European Research Council
Four academics at Bath have been awarded prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Fellowships, supporting our research power for the global common good.
£7.3 million research will help improve nuclear radiation safety
The University of Bath is leading a large consortium using mathematics to improve our understanding of how nuclear radiation moves through different materials.
COVID: lifting the remaining measures is a dangerous and senseless move
Dr Kit Yates (Mathematical Sciences) argues in The Conversation why removing remaining measures now is a bad idea.
One in 16 million win is the most improbable FA Cup third round shock in 50 years
Mathematicians from the Institute for Mathematical Innovation have calculated the overall probability of lower league teams reaching the 3rd round of the FA Cup
V-KEMS win prestigious PraxisAuril Award
The Virtual Forum for Knowledge Exchange in Mathematical Sciences (V-KEMS) has been awarded the prestigious PraxisAuril Team of the Year Award 2021
Upcoming events
Upcoming events in mathematical sciences
Discovering the world of PhDs
8 Dec 2021 1.15pm
Wolfson Lecture Theatre, 4W 1.7 ,
5 West,
University of Bath
Are you considering a PhD? Find out more about what a PhD involves, what PhD programmes are available in Bath and beyond, and how to apply.
Improve your employability with a 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.
Join us
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.
Contact us
For general enquiries to the Department Office, email maths-enquiries@bath.ac.uk or call 01225 386997.