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Mathematics at Lincoln ranges from pure mathematics to applied mathematics. We focus on both the beauty of mathematical concepts, and how to use these concepts in meaningful ways. At Lincoln you also have the opportunity to take an interdisciplinary approach, combining mathematics with areas such as philosophy, computer science, and theoretical physics so that you can experience the numerous applications of this broad subject. Our expert academics collaborate with top research institutions such as ones located in Germany, Japan, Norway, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, and the USA. Their research directly informs what is taught on courses at all levels, helping to ensure that students are learning about the latest developments in the field.
Chances to work on exciting research projects
Placement opportunities designed to give you real-world experience
Mathematics is ranked top 10 for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2025
Mathematics at Lincoln is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for teaching in the National Student Survey 2024
Our Science Foundation Year is designed to open up an exciting world of opportunities within science, healthcare, or engineering related subjects for students who may not have the standard entry requirements for a degree.
Our students can work alongside our experienced academic staff on challenging projects, which could contribute to academic research or collaboration with industry. Teaching on all of our taught programmes is conducted by academic members of staff who are active researchers in their fields, and this research directly informs teaching at all levels.
We regularly welcomes guest speakers from around the world. Recent visitors to the University of Lincoln have included former vice president of the Royal Astronomical Society Professor Don Kurtz, mathematician and author Professor Marcus du Sautoy OBE, and operations research specialist Ruth Kaufman OBE.
The main attraction for me was the reputation of the algebra department. The University not only has a strong focus on teaching pure mathematics, but also has a strong reputation in the world of research, especially in algebra.
Thomas Smith
MMath Mathematics
Our Research
Algebraists at Lincoln conduct interesting research on finite and infinite groups and their automorphisms, Lie algebras, profinite and locally finite groups, topological groups, permutation groups, polynomial algebra, and algebraic number theory.
