PhD Pure Mathematics / Programme details

Equality, diversity and inclusion is fundamental to the success of The University of Manchester, and is at the heart of all of our activities.

We know that diversity strengthens our research community, leading to enhanced research creativity, productivity and quality, and societal and economic impact.

We actively encourage applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation and transgender status.

We also support applications from those returning from a career break or other roles.

We consider offering flexible study arrangements (including part-time: 50%, 60% or 80%, depending on the project/funder), carer support funds for conferences, and peer support networks for parents and carers.

All appointments are made on merit.  The University of Manchester and our external partners are fully committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Manchester is one of the leading centres for pure mathematics in the UK. As well as the core areas of algebra, analysis and dynamical systems, geometry and topology, and mathematical logic, our research spills into mathematical physics and theoretical computer science.

For our research, see the area descriptions . Many of our recent achievements are outlined in the group's RAE2008 submission . A vibrant programme of seminars , a large and lively group of postgraduate students and purpose-designed areas for mathematical interaction, all help create a stimulating environment for creating new mathematics. Other activities of the group include organising international conferences and writing textbooks and research monographs. We are part of the MAGIC consortium which, via the web, presents a range of lecture courses for our postgraduate students far greater than could be provided at any single institution.

Pure Mathematics has a long tradition of excellence at Manchester. The 1920s and 30s saw Manchester become one of the world's leading centres for number theory, with Louis Mordell and Kurt Mahler holding chairs here. In 1945 Max Newman arrived from code-breaking work at Bletchley Park and ensured the growth in eminence of the department, recruiting stars such as the logician Alan Turing , often considered to be the father of artificial intelligence, and the topologist Frank Adams . Manchester also has a long tradition in algebra, through the work of leading figures such as Bernhard Neumann , Hanna Neumann and Brian Hartley .

In the Department of Mathematics we offer a range of scholarships, studentships and awards to support UK and overseas postgraduate researchers.

Funding is also available at university and faculty level and can be viewed on our funding page . Alternatively, you can use our funding database to find scholarships, studentships and awards you may be eligible for.

We'd recommend you discuss potential sources of funding with your supervisor before applying. They can advise what funding may be available to you, and ensure you meet nomination and application deadlines.

Practical support and advice for current students and applicants is available from the Disability Advisory and Support Service. Email: dass@manchester.ac.uk .