University of Warwick - Mathematics Centre for Doctoral Training

What the Mathematics CDT gives you

You receive a full PhD funding package at the University of Warwick for the 4 years of the programme. This covers a yearly stipend (living allowance) plus all your tuition fees. The stipend follows the standard UK research-council (EPSRC) rate: £21,830 per year (about 25,600 EUR) for 2027/28. Tuition is paid in full, roughly £5,238 per year for home students and £25,920 per year for overseas students (2026/27 figures). You also get a laptop, £2,000 (about 2,350 EUR) for travel and a further £2,000 for a study visit in your third year. The award is run by Warwick's Mathematics Institute. More than 20 studentships are on offer for an October 2027 start, funded by the university, the department, EPSRC and donors.

Who can apply

• Level: You are applying for a PhD in mathematics. You join as an MPhil student and upgrade to PhD after passing the first taught year.
• Field of study: Any area of mathematics. You choose your own research direction, as the programme is not tied to a single topic.
• Where you study: At the University of Warwick, in the UK.
• Nationality: Open to all nationalities. Both UK (home) and overseas fee-status students can be funded, though there are fewer overseas places because their fees cost more.
• Study mode: Full-time is standard. Part-time is only possible in exceptional cases, usually after the first year.
• No research proposal needed: You describe your research interests and possible supervisors instead of writing a formal proposal.

How to apply

You apply through the University of Warwick admissions portal. There is no application fee. Every CDT application is automatically considered for these scholarships unless you state that you already have funding. Admissions run on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline, so apply early, because places are limited and demand is high. Selected candidates are interviewed online or in person about their mathematical background and research interests. If you need a visa, apply by the end of June for an October start.

How realistic are your chances?

Warwick maths is a globally ranked department, so it attracts strong applicants worldwide and competition is genuine, especially for the limited number of overseas-funded places. With more than 20 studentships and automatic consideration for all applicants, a well-matched candidate with a solid maths background and clear research interests has real prospects. Because admissions run on a rolling basis, applying early while funding is still available matters as much as the strength of your application.