Overview

About the programme

You will conduct world class research for Mathematics at City, University of London in topics such as representation theory, mathematical physics or applied mathematics.

The research focus of our representation theory group involves conceptual understanding of algebraic, combinatorial, geometric and topological structure.

If you want to become a specialist in mathematical physics, you may undertake research in topics such as quantum field theory, quantum mechanics and string theory. Our expertise in techniques and methods originally developed within integrable systems creates a uniquely cohesive environment.

You will be embedded in our applied mathematics group if your research interest concerns how mathematical methods and models can be firmly applied to biological, social or fluid systems.

Our key research activities include applications of evolutionarily stable strategy, and the evolution of specific animal behaviour such as kleptoparasitism, evolutionary modelling on networks/graphs and magnetohydrodynamics.

Programme Structure

Areas of expertise include:

Finite dimensional algebras
Symmetric groups and Hecke algebras
Representations of finite and algebraic groups
Brauer and other diagram algebras
The form factor programme,
Non-Hermitian systems with antilinear symmetry
Non-commutative spacetime structures
String and M-theory, gauge/string correspondences with less than maximal supersymmetry
Modelling of processes of cultural evolution
Evolutionary modelling on networks/graphs

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-01 00:00:00
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Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mathematics View 85 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

A good first class degree in Mathematics or Physics from a UK university or a recognised equivalent from an overseas institution. Some subjects also require an appropriate Masters qualification.

To apply online, an applicant will need to submit the following supporting documents:

Research proposal: The Research Proposal should be a maximum of 3 sides A4. See guidance on writing your research proposal. The proposal needs to be discussed with your potential supervisor.
Copies of degree certificates and transcripts – original will be requested before an offer is made
Official work e-mail addresses (not private ones) for two referees (one of which must be an academic)
Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable).
Evidence of sponsorship (if applicable).

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

16720 GBP/year

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Based on the tuition of 16720 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

5010 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5010 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

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