Overview

About the programme

Researchers at The University of Manchester work across the fields of probability, financial mathematics, and actuarial science on fundamental and real-world problems. Opportunities for PhD research are available in a wide range of topics concerning the application of Mathematics in Actuarial Science.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

the theory of random walks and Levy processes
Brownian motion and diffusion processes
Markov, branching and point processes
Dirichlet forms
stochastic analysis
stochastic calculus
stochastic differential equations
stochastic partial differential equations
optimal stopping
optimal stochastic control

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mathematics Actuarial Science View 9 other PhDs in Actuarial Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should have, or expect to obtain before the start of the course a:

1st or upper 2nd class 4 year undergraduate degree (e.g. MMath) degree (or an equivalent overseas qualification) in a mathematical subject
MSc with Merit or Distinction (or an equivalent overseas qualification) in a mathematical subject.

In some research areas, a background in physics, engineering or computer science is also acceptable.

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Tuition Fee

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International

28000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28000 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.

Bands:

UK: A - £4,786 / B - £7,000 / C - £10,000 / D - £14,500 / E - £24,500
International: A - £28,000 / B - £30,000 / C - £35,500 / D - £43,000 / E - £57,000

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

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Scholarships Information

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