Mathematical Modelling PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

PhD candidates in Mathematical Modelling aim to develop new analytical and computational methods to describe and predict natural phenomena.

What is a PhD in Mathematical Modelling?

Mathematical Modelling is an important part of many academic areas including Biology, Physics, and Computer Science.

Mathematical Modelling PhDs have a focus on the application of analytical and computational methods to describe and predict natural phenomena.

Typical Mathematical Modelling PhDs have a focus on one of the following fields:

• Biostatistics
• Computational Biology
• Financial Mathematics
• Statistical Mechanics

The scope of Mathematical Modelling research can also be divided into theoretical and computational branches.

If your Mathematical Modelling PhD has a theoretical emphasis, you will focus on developing and applying mathematical theories to real-life problems.

If your Mathematical Modelling PhD has a computational emphasis, you will aim to develop new computational methods to describe and predict natural phenomena.

As a PhD student in Mathematical Modelling, you may also choose to study a subject that is distinct from the main focus of your research. This could be the case if your supervisor offers you the freedom to study a subject that interests you independently of the research project.

Typical PhDs in Mathematical Modelling have a duration of 3-4 years.

PhD in Mathematical Modelling entry requirements

In order to be considered for a PhD in Mathematical Modelling, you will need to show that you have the necessary academic background to complete a research project that has a mathematical emphasis.

Depending on the PhD you choose, you will have to show that you are proficient in certain areas of mathematics.

To be accepted into a Mathematical Modelling PhD, you will need to have a relevant undergraduate degree and most likely a Masters with Merit and an overall Upper Second Class honours degree.

Depending on your undergraduate degree, you might also need to have completed some additional modules.

PhD in Mathematical Modelling funding options

In the UK, you can apply for Research Councils doctoral training studentships to do a PhD in Mathematical Modelling.

These are the main sources of funding for PhDs in Mathematical Modelling in the UK.