A postgraduate qualification in the Mathematical Sciences from Durham University will provide you with the valuable skills you need to be successful in a wide variety of careers from industry to academia.
Durham Master's and PhD graduates in the Mathematical Sciences are highly sought-after by employers across a range of industries. You can find out more about where some of our graduates are now below.
Get updates and stay in touch - follow us on LinkedIn. Our graduate community is diverse and international, and goes on to explore destinations around the world, with many taking on senior leadership roles in their companies and institutions.
Mathematical Sciences graduates develop a wide range of highly valued transferable skills, including:
Advanced problem-solving and logical reasoning
Quantitative analysis and data interpretation
Clear communication and presentation of complex ideas
Independent research and critical evaluation
Effective teamwork and collaboration
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Technical expertise in programming and mathematical software
These skills equip our graduates for success across academia, industry, and a variety of professional sectors.
Our MSc and PhD graduates pursue careers in a wide range of industries including:
Approximately half of our MSc and PhD graduates pursue a career in academia, and half choose to explore opportunities across a wide range of industries. No matter which path you take, we offer a variety of postgraduate taught and research degrees designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to thrive in your chosen profession.
Graduates from Durham's Department of Mathematical Sciences have gone on to careers all around the world:
Doing a PhD at Durham is one of the happiest moments of my research career. My fondest memories include numerous meetings with Nabil [my supervisor], discussions with colleagues in the Mathematical and Theoretical Physics Group and scribbling equations on the many blackboards all around the Department.
As a Durham graduate, you will possess highly desirable skills that set you apart in a competitive job market so that you can be ready to embark on your career with confidence. The Department of Mathematical Sciences provides many formal and informal training opportunities:
You will also benefit from expert career planning support through the Careers & Enterprise Centre, which offers specialist career advisors to guide you throughout your studies and beyond. Resources include workshops on securing internships, navigating the job market, and preparing effective applications, as well as one-on-one sessions for CV writing, interview preparation, and access to a suite of online tools.
Find out more about taught courses and scholarships, and how to apply for research degrees as well as Durham Doctoral Teaching Fellowships (DDTF).
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