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Mathematics is the study of patterns and structure in the world around us, and is the language that underpins the rest of science. 

We are front-and-centre of the expansion of mathematics and data science into people’s everyday lives and the world around us. From training AIs to study gender and ethnic bias in markets, to building mathematical models of the human brain, to studying cow social networks (no, really), our work spans the range of pure and applied mathematics, statistics, data analytics and actuarial science. Our students are involved in solving scheduling problems at the Port of Felixstowe, leading the data revolution at the heart of London’s “Tech City”, and the University’s pioneering work on big data.

Why study here?
  • 85% of our School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2023).
  • We’re 13th in the UK for Mathematics in the Guardian University Guide 2024.
  • We are top 30 in the UK for overall student satisfaction for Mathematics (National Student Survey 2022).

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Mathematics courses in Clearing for 2023

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BSc Mathematics

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Colchester Campus

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Mathematics provides the logical foundations on which all of science, engineering and technology are built.

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BSc Statistics

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Full-Time

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Colchester Campus

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Data is everywhere, and our BSc Statistics course combines a well-rounded mathematical core with specialist modules in statistics and data analysis, giving you a solid foundation for practical problem-solving in all sorts of areas.

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BSc Actuarial Science

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Full-Time

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Colchester Campus

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Actuarial science teaches you the art of turning risks into opportunities. Actuaries provide assessments of financial security systems, with a focus on their complexity, their mathematics, and their mechanisms.

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BSc Economics with Mathematics

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Full-Time

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Colchester Campus

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How do individuals and organisations produce, consume and sell goods and services? How can a country or individual make better use of the resources it has? Economics is not only about stocks, shares, and financial markets; it relates to every aspect of our lives where there is a demand to produce and supply goods and services.

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BSc Mathematics with Computing

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Full-Time

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Colchester Campus

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Mathematics and computing are intertwined, and affect people's lives in ways you might not expect. Maths is the language that underpins the modern world.

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BSc Mathematics with Physics

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Full-Time

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Colchester Campus

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Interactions between mathematics and physics have led to a range of weird and wonderful advances in the sciences, from elementary particle theory to general relativity and non-Euclidean geometry, to the understanding of chaos. At Essex, your ways of thinking will be shifted as we teach you about the cosmos, the symmetries of quarks and the complexities of quantum physics.

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"In my first year, I was exposed to new areas of mathematics and economics, and adjusting to this, as well as being away from home for the first time, was a big learning curve. In my second year I applied for industrial placement schemes, captained the men’s tennis team to a league win, and launched an online clothing business with my dad. During my placement at Volkswagen Financial Services, I dedicated time to our business, and received a summer internship with Barclays Investment Bank. I’ve gained skills that will prepare me for the rest of my working life. Barclays have since offered me a place on their graduate scheme and I’m really looking forward to seeing what the future holds."
Leon Philbert BSc Finance and Mathematics, 2019
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Subject area: Data analytics
Data Science is a growing industry across the world. By undertaking a degree in understanding data and it's applications you'll set yourself up for a rewarding career.
Subject area: Actuarial science
Actuarial Science develops your mathematics and statistics skills, so you can use them in a range of applied mathematics careers and industries.
Subject area: Economics
Economic recovery is probably one the most pressing and urgent challenges right now and studying an economics degree gives you the unique tools to take on this challenge, find a solution, and improve well-being.
You may already know how to integrate complicated functions or solve ordinary differential equations, but taking a postgraduate course in mathematics at Essex will provide you with the tools to start thinking by yourself and apply advanced mathematical notions to real-world problems.

Our postgraduate courses are delivered by active researchers across a range of topics from applied mathematics, pure mathematics, applied statistics, applied probability and operational research. 

Among our lecturers at Essex we have experts in innovative methods for teaching mathematics that make the process of learning complex mathematical concepts an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Why study here?
  • No hierarchies, an open-door policy and a dedicated mathematics peer mentoring scheme mean that our students and staff know each other personally.
  • We are serious about our teaching and research, and your lecturers are guaranteed to be at the forefront of current knowledge. We're also at the heart of a revolution in mathematics teaching. 
  • Our students run a renowned Maths Support Centre which offers advice to other departments at Essex and far beyond – we have calls from as far afield as China.
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Our mathematics Masters courses
Develop your knowledge with a postgraduate degree from Essex. We have courses that cover mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, data science and actuarial science.
Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science research at Essex
Our research is broad in reach and has real impact on things like social policy, insurance, human-technology interaction and mathematical physics. But that's not all! There's a lot more research that goes on at Essex.
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We have a wide range of postgraduate taught degrees available. From art history to sports science, we've got it covered! Browse our courses and find out more about being a Masters student at Essex.
Research in mathematics is about developing the tools and methods to answer some intricate, fundamental questions about the abstract world of maths, and applying powerful tools and ideas to solve real-world problems.

We provide an active and stimulating environment to carry out your doctoral research in mathematics.

We are expert researchers who undertake prestigious ground-breaking research in a wide range of different topics in pure and applied mathematics, from algorithms to analysis, from algebra to animal behaviour, to combinatorics, differential equations, geometry, mathematical physics and more.

Why study here?
  • No hierarchies, an open door policy, and a dedicated mathematics peer mentoring scheme mean that our students and staff know each other personally.
  • From circular Sudoku to mathematical modelling of brain evolution to help improve patient care – our research has real impact.
  • Our students run a renowned Maths Support Centre which offers advice to other departments at Essex and far beyond – we have calls from as far afield as China.
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"Everybody knows each other and is super friendly. All the experience I’ve gained from doing research, teaching and supervising has made me realise that I really enjoy academia and want to develop my career as a researcher. I have loved my time at Essex so much. The international student and research communities are open and friendly, so I’ve not felt scared of living in a new country, choosing a new career path and speaking English all the time."
Liudmila Mikheeva PhD statistics student
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Our mathematics research group
Our researchers work collaboratively across our Faculty of Science and Health. Our research focuses on analysis and mathematical physics, mathematical applications, and algebra, discrete mathematics and geometry.
Our data science research group
Data science brings together statistics and data analytics. Our research interests focus on actuarial mathematics, data science and statistical learning, operational research, and statistical methodology.
Research degrees in the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science
Find out more about the research degrees run by our School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science.
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