Overview

Mathematics is an abstract science which is focused on the construction and study of structures of various kinds, meaning that mathematics is more theoretical than other natural sciences.

After the programme

A PhD in Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Uppsala University opens the way for a research career as well as a professional life outside academia.

Since mathematics is useful in a broad range of areas, math graduates work in a variety of sectors, such as life science, medical research, finance, energy, IT and insurance.

Programme Structure

Research fields in the department of mathematics include:

Algebra, Logic and Representation Theory
Analysis and Partial Differential Equations
Dynamical Systems and Number Theory
Geometry and Physics
Probability Theory and Combinatorics
Statistics, AI and Data Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Prospective doctoral students apply for vacancies.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Applied Mathematics Statistics View 9 other PhDs in Statistics in Sweden

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A person meets the general entry requirements for PhD Programmes if he or she:

has been awarded a second-cycle qualification;
has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle; or
has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.

PhD programmes are free of charge in Sweden, regardless of citizenship.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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