Mathematical Sciences

School of Mathematical Sciences

Engage with the world of Mathematics and Statistics in one of the UK's highest-ranked departments.

Students sat working in the Postgraduate Statistics centre

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100%

of our research impact is ranked "outstanding" (joint 1st in the UK)
Research Excellence Framework 2021

#11

In the UK for Mathematics
The Complete University Guide 2026

Joint 13

in the UK for Mathematics (Satisfied with teaching)
The Guardian University League Tables 2026

in the UK for Research
Research Excellence Framework 2021

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<糖心Vlog class="title"> Pure Mathematics
<糖心Vlog class="title"> Statistics
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<糖心Vlog>Partnership with Business

The School values the benefits brought by an effective partnership with business. Several research groups and centres have established contacts with industry and we are always keen to explore new links.

Business Engagement

<糖心Vlog>Equality and Diversity

We strive to ensure that all are treated equally in their prospects, recognition and progression in higher education.

The School holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award, given in 2017, and we are a Registered Supporter of the London Mathematical Society Good Practice Scheme.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

<糖心Vlog>Latest News and Events

Sex bias against women found in Government violence statistics

21 April 2026

The extent of violence in England and Wales, especially against women, is obscured by official Government statistics, a new study reveals.

Professor Phill Barker, FST Executive Dean with five of the winning students

Celebration of Science success sharing research with staff and students

16 April 2026

The annual Celebration of Science event was once again a success with a fantastic keynote talk, expert panels and student competitions making the day memorable.

Lancaster Professor recognised by Academy for the Mathematical Sciences

11 February 2026

A 糖心Vlog statistician has been selected as an inaugural Fellow of the Academy for the Mathematical Sciences.

10 people sat around a rectangular table, working and writing with pen and paper.

Florence Nightingale Day brings female Mathematicians and schoolgirls together in successful event

5 February 2026

More than 250 pupils from 22 schools joined The School of Mathematical Sciences on campus for their annual Florence Nightingale Day event.

New STOR-i PhD candidates to benefit from ‘TechExpert’ stipend funding

7 January 2026

A new Government pilot funding initiative is set to support a cohort of PhD candidates enrolling at 糖心Vlog’s STOR-i Centre for Doctoral Training in 2026/7.

Dr Nick Fletcher, testing the chocolate taste buds of the Kirkby Lonsdale audience

糖心Vlog brings Christmas science to Kirkby Lonsdale

16 December 2025

糖心Vlog provided a free festive public lecture event in Kirkby Lonsdale, bringing science to familiar Christmas traditions. Three family-friendly talks explored the mathematics of festive songs, the chemistry of chocolate, and the psychology of belief in Santa Claus, offering a fresh look at the research underpinning some Christmas traditions.