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Mathematics

Join our Mathematics department and you'll be part of a tight-knit community dedicated to teaching, learning and discovery. We're a department where dynamic students and active researchers are brought together by a common passion.

We offer a modern teaching programme designed to give students a firm grasp of the principles of mathematics. Our flexible course structure enables you to focus on what interests you, from pure to applied mathematics - or maybe a broad range of modules. As well as technical skills including sophisticated mathematical techniques, we help you to master a range of vital attributes such as strong communication and critical thinking.

Our community is also home to fascinating research in fields from fluid dynamics to logic, and from quantum fluids to representation theory. We have links with mathematicians across Europe and beyond.

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2025/26 - September - 2025 entry

BSc (Hons) Mathematics

Mathematics is a highly versatile subject, with many different pathways and applications. On our course, you’ll have the flexibility to choose where your focus lies, whether that be in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics, as you develop your skills and enhance your mathematical knowledge. With a broad variety of career options, a degree in Mathematics will unlock a great many doors for you in the world of work.

2025/26 - September - 2025 entry

BSc (Hons) Mathematics with a Foundation Year

Mathematics is a highly versatile subject, with many different pathways and applications. Our Mathematics with a Foundation Year course provides an alternative route into our degrees without having to meet traditional entry requirements, but more importantly, it provides you with a solid grounding in everything you’ll need for a successful degree in Mathematics at UEA. By the end of the year, you’ll be ready to progress to the next stage, fully equipped for the thrills and challenges ahead. With a broad variety of career options, a degree in Mathematics will unlock many opportunities.

2025/26 - September - 2025 entry

MMath Master of Mathematics

Mathematics is a highly versatile subject, with many different pathways and applications. On our course, you’ll have the flexibility to choose where your focus lies, whether that be in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics, as you develop your skills and enhance your mathematical knowledge. With a broad variety of career options, a degree in Mathematics will unlock a great many doors for you in the world of work. On this integrated Master’s course, you’ll also have the opportunity to study at postgraduate level, taking your studies to new heights, helping you to stand out from the crowd after graduation.

2025/26 - September - 2025 entry

MMath Master of Mathematics with a Year Abroad

Mathematics is a highly versatile subject, with many different pathways and applications. On our course, you’ll have the flexibility to choose where your focus lies, whether that be in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics, as you develop your skills and enhance your mathematical knowledge. With a broad variety of career options, a degree in Mathematics will unlock a great many doors for you in the world of work. On this integrated Master’s course, you’ll also have the opportunity to study at postgraduate level, and with a year abroad, you’ll experience another culture first-hand as you continue to develop academically.

2025/26 - September - 2025 entry

BSc (Hons) Mathematics with a Placement Year

Mathematics is a highly versatile subject, with many different pathways and applications. On our course, you’ll have the flexibility to choose where your focus lies, whether that be in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics, as you develop your skills and enhance your mathematical knowledge. With a broad variety of career options, a degree in Mathematics will unlock a great many doors for you in the world of work. And on your placement year, you’ll gain valuable experience in a real-world working environment, putting your skills to the test as you continue to develop.

2025/26 - September - 2025 entry

MMath Master of Mathematics with a Placement Year

Mathematics is a highly versatile subject, with many different pathways and applications. On our course, you will have the flexibility to choose where your focus lies, whether that be in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics, as you develop your skills and enhance your mathematical knowledge. With a broad variety of career options, a degree in Mathematics will unlock a great many doors for you in the world of work. On this integrated Master’s course, you’ll also have the opportunity to study at postgraduate level, and on your placement year, you’ll gain valuable experience in a real-world working environment.

94%

of research in mathematics was assessed as 'world-leading' of 'internationally excellent'

Research Excellence Framework 2021

7th

in the UK for research quality in mathematics

Research Excellence Framework 2014

Research

Academic Staff

Dr David Aspero

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Dr David Aspero

Associate Professor in Pure Mathematics, School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics
Member, Algebra, Number Theory, Logic, and Representations (ANTLR)

Dr Christopher Birkbeck

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Dr Christopher Birkbeck

Lecturer in Pure Mathematics, School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics
Member, Algebra, Number Theory, Logic, and Representations (ANTLR)

Professor Mark Blyth

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Professor Mark Blyth

Professor of Applied Mathematics, School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics
Member, Fluids & Structures

Mr William Carpenter

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Mr William Carpenter

Associate Professor in Actuarial Science/Statistics, School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics

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UEA academic receives award from the Royal Meteorological Society

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UEA academic receives award from the Royal Meteorological Society

Wednesday 22 May 2024, 2:15pm

University of East Anglia and the Inspiration Trust awarded £1.98million to support maths attainment and progression

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University of East Anglia and the Inspiration Trust awarded £1.98million to support maths attainment and progression

Friday 8 December 2023, 1:41pm

Big pluses all round for dino-themed maths outreach workshops

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Big pluses all round for dino-themed maths outreach workshops

Tuesday 5 December 2023, 10am

Mathematics of Multiphase Flows with Applications research programme

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Mathematics of Multiphase Flows with Applications research programme

Friday 17 November 2023, 12:13pm