Department of Mathematics
World-class research: Quantum cryptography at the Quantum Communications Hub
Emphasis on small group teaching: comprehensive tutorial and seminar system to support students
World-class research: mathematical biologists assemble viruses using group theory
Enthusiastic staff with broad, interdisciplinary research interests
We are a community of mathematicians from all over the world, engaged in world-class research and committed to excellence in teaching with a special emphasis on small groups and a friendly atmosphere. You can find out more about the department here.
Professor Niall MacKay, Head of Department.
Undergraduate study
News
Friday 10 January 2020
Mathematicians have used a statistical technique to interrogate some of the big “what if” questions in the Second World War battle for Britain’s skies
Friday 6 December 2019
Congratulations to Department of Mathematics alumnus Karrie Liu, who has won an Individual award at the We are Tech - Tech Women 100 awards!
Thursday 21 November 2019
Congratulations to Department of Mathematics alumnus Karrie Liu, who has been nominated for the We are Teach- Tech Women 100 awards!
Vacancies
New vacancies will be listed here when they become available.
Our research
Our values
We support the principles laid out in the London Mathematical Society Good Practice Scheme, and aim to create an inclusive, mutually supportive community which enables everyone to do their best work and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
We hold the Bronze Award of the Athena SWAN programme for women in science.