Course summary
Our research expertise is in algebra, analysis, probability, statistical methodology, and medical and social statistics. Students will have a formal weekly meeting with their supervisor, supplemented by more frequent, informal contact. Our postgraduate instruction is through either intense lectures (on- or off-campus) under the APTS scheme (Statistics), or term-length courses delivered by video-link, under the MAGIC scheme (Pure Mathematics). Any remaining skills gaps will be covered through additional lectures or directed reading. Students are encouraged to participate in appropriate seminars which provide an ideal opportunity to gain valuable experience of communicating ideas to an audience while also receiving feedback; they also help to set future research directions. Students will have their own laptop, and are generously supported to attend and present work at conferences.
Assessment method
Original research and thesis.
Entry requirements
2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics, or a combination of the two We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. The first step if you are interested in studying for postgraduate research in Mathematics or Statistics is to contact the relevant PhD admissions tutor. We may ask you to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon your nationality and where you have studied previously. We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For information about fees and funding please visit our website: www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding.
Sponsorship information
Funding may be available from RCUK (Research Councils UK).
Provider information
Lancaster University
Bailrigg
Lancaster
LA1 4YW