Overview

This Pure Mathematics Research programme offered by King's College London enables students to undertake original mathematical investigation in areas that advance theoretical understanding and contribute to the development of modern mathematics. Candidates engage with challenging abstract problems, develop rigorous proofs, and explore new mathematical concepts within fields such as analysis, geometry, number theory, and probability.

Key Facts

Based within the Department of Mathematics, researchers join an internationally recognised academic community known for excellence in mathematical research and collaboration. Students benefit from expert supervision, specialised research groups, interdisciplinary opportunities across science and technology, and connections with academic, governmental, and industrial partners that support a vibrant environment for advanced mathematical enquiry.

Programme Structure

Research Areas:

Analysis
Geometry
Number Theory
Probability
Pure Mathematics
Mathematical Structures
Abstract Mathematical Theory
Theoretical Mathematics
Advanced Mathematical Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-11 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-25 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-20 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

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92

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mathematics View 76 other PhDs in Mathematics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 1st class or 2:1 honours. Those applying for the joint degree are encouraged to contact an academic at King's to develop research links with the partner institution. Candidates may also be interviewed.

Bachelor's degree with 1st class or 2:1 honours. Those applying for the joint degree are encouraged to contact an academic at King's to develop research links with the partner institution.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30000 GBP / year

≈ 30000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8000 GBP / year

≈ 8000 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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