Mathematics
Welcome to the Department of Mathematics.
We're a lively learning community with an emphasis on interaction: from small-group tutorials to the student-run Mathematics Society. Find out more about our courses and what it's like to be a student here with York Virtual Visit.
Fantastic facilities
Our facilities create a productive environment in which you can reach your full potential. You'll find great spaces for individual work, group projects, and events led by our student-run Maths Society.
Committed to equality
We are proud to hold an Athena SWAN Bronze award in recognition of the work we do to support gender equality.
Accreditation
Our pure mathematics courses are accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.
Our courses
Our courses are taught by dedicated staff, many of whom are world leaders in their specialities. We offer research-led teaching, as our staff integrate their expertise into their lectures, tutorials, problem classes and seminars. Our strong links within the University and with our partner organisations cover a full spectrum of mathematical sub-disciplines.
Courses accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.
Actuarial Science courses accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
Courses accredited by the Institute of Physics and Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.
BSc Natural Sciences (3 years)
- specialising in Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics
- specialising in Biophysical Science
- specialising in Mathematical Bioscience
- specialising in Nanoscience
MSci Natural Sciences (4 years)
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4 things to look forward to about studying Maths at York
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Three things to look forward to about Maths at York
Posted by Claire With so many great things to look forward to about studying maths at York, I found it really hard to pick just a few…
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A week in the life of a Maths student
Posted by Lizzie First thing’s first, the course itself. I currently have eight lectures a week, in addition to seminars and problem classes. At the moment, I’m…
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Six things to look forward to about Maths at York
Posted by Jack There are many things to look forward to about maths at York – I would say there are x amount of things to look…
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