PhD Mathematics (with Foundation Phase)
Course Overview
York's Mathematics Department offers a dynamic research environment for pursuing a PhD or MPhil degree. The four-year PhD (with Foundation Phase) is specifically designed for students who require additional master's-level training to prepare for advanced research. This program begins with a tailored curriculum of taught and reading courses before students progress to their primary research project and thesis.
Key Program Highlights
- Four-year program with an integrated foundation phase for comprehensive preparation
- Initial curriculum includes 80 hours of specialized MAGIC lecture and reading courses
- Tailored course selection aligned with the student's prospective research area
- Completion of a substantial 30-40 page study project report to progress to the research phase
- Final submission of an original PhD thesis by the end of the fourth year
Course Overview
York's Mathematics Department offers a dynamic research environment for pursuing a PhD or MPhil degree. The four-year PhD (with Foundation Phase) is specifically designed for students who require additional master's-level training to prepare for advanced research. This program begins with a tailored curriculum of taught and reading courses before students progress to their primary research project and thesis.
Key Program Highlights
- Four-year program with an integrated foundation phase for comprehensive preparation
- Initial curriculum includes 80 hours of specialized MAGIC lecture and reading courses
- Tailored course selection aligned with the student's prospective research area
- Completion of a substantial 30-40 page study project report to progress to the research phase
- Final submission of an original PhD thesis by the end of the fourth year
