University of Reading PhD Studentship in Mathematics 2026

University of Reading are delighted to be part of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Centre for Doctoral Training in the Mathematics for our Future Climate (MFC CDT) interdisciplinary initiative that harnesses the power of mathematics to address the issues presented by climate change.

By joining this community, you will embark on a journey of research, collaboration, and hands-on experience in shaping the future of the planet.

You will be based in Reading and be a part of a student cohort that this doctoral training programme will equip with skills in theory for climate science, (geo)physical sciences, scientific computing, statistics and data analysis.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 8, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Reading
• City to studyReading
• School to studyUniversity of Reading
• Course to studyMathematics , Mathematics and Statistics
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

A PhD studentship?for the MFC CDT Programme is for 4 years. It includes:

• a full stipend (the 2025/26 stipend is £22,780 per year),?with an annual increase in line with UKRI
• home-level PhD tuition fees
• a new laptop
• a generous allowance to support research-related activities (such as attending conferences and workshops).

Requirements

• Candidates must hold a master’s in mathematics (this includes an MMath), or a related field with a strong mathematics content by the start of the PhD programme. 
• University of Reading also encourage applications from individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree followed by substantial, highly relevant work or research experience
• Students who do not meet the requirements for home status are classified as international students. International students are welcome to apply for a studentship but they must meet the cost of the difference between the home tuition fees and the international tuition fees (the CDT has no?funds for this). They must also pay any visa costs and the Immigration Health Surcharge.

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Application Deadline

How To Apply

Please apply using the PhD and professional doctorate online application portal.

Start your application by creating an account on the portal. Once your account has been created, you will receive an email acknowledgment and a link to the RISIS portal, which you will need to make your application. Note: the portal can be slow so please be patient and complete all sections.

Having logged into the RISIS system, choose:

• Programme title PhD in Mathematics (initial registration) (full-time)
• Entry year 2026/27, start month September.

You will be asked to complete a series of questions. These are self-explanatory except for the following sections, where you need to follow the guidance given here. Any questions, please contact the MFC Admissions Team via [email protected].

References

Please provide contact details for two referees that you are happy for us to contact. You must supply academic or business email addresses (for example, Gmail is not acceptable and will prevent your application from being considered). You should not upload any references.

Your Funding

Unless you have your own funding for the full studentship, enter No for ‘Funding secured already' and, in the second box, state you wish to apply for a 'PhD studentship in Mathematics for our Future Climate.'

You do not need to supply a project title or supervisor name.

For more details, visit University of Reading Scholarship webpage