PhD Mathematics
Course overview
The PhD Mathematics at the University of Lincoln aims to support and encourage students to produce relevant and groundbreaking papers in fundamental and applied mathematics and physics. To do this, the university provides specialist computational facilities, as well as research training and support from academic supervisors.
In addition to talks and seminars, getting a PhD in mathematics from the University of Lincoln remains a great choice. The university allows its students to work with top global institutions through its partnerships with institutions in Germany, Japan, Norway, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, and the USA.
To award the doctorate degree, students are assessed based on how their research findings contribute to the existing knowledge. Their ability to present and defend their chosen research topic in an oral examination (viva voce) contributes to the final assessment.
Entry requirements
These are the standard entry requirements to study PhD Mathematics at the University of Lincoln:
As part of the application, individuals must produce a 500-word research proposal that summarises their chosen research topic. International applicants may require an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) certificate.
Grade Requirements
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Applicants should hold a first- or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency
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Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Leaders Scholarship
The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.
Up to 50% of feesGlobal Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000International Undergraduate Scholarship
The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000Partner Scholarship
If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
With a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Lincoln, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:
- Data Scientist
- Quantitative Analyst
- University Professor
- Cryptographer
- Research Scientist (Mathematics or Applied Fields)
- Machine Learning Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study PhD Mathematics at the University of Lincoln is £18,500.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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