Overview
About the programme
The School of Mathematics and Statistics has an active research programme covering a wide range of topics in the mathematical sciences, with weekly seminars, and several workshops and conferences throughout the year.
It is home to a number of research fellows, visiting researchers and full- and part-time research students. This Mathematical Biology programme is offered at The Open University UK.
Programme Structure
Potential research projects:
- Statistical genetics and AI
- Biophysics – Cardiovascular systems and diseases, Models of living tissues
- Modelling the spread of infectious diseases
- Modelling relationships between biological variables
- Computational neuroscience
- Probabilistic modelling in foraging
- Fluid dynamics in human physiology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- 3–4 years
- Part-time
- 72 months
- 6–8 years
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting October 2027
- Apply before Apr 2027
- Starting February 2028
- Apply before Apr 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 87
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Disciplines
- Mathematics
- Biology
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 87
Other requirements
- Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent). If you are not a UK citizen, you may need to prove your knowledge of English.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 31,001 AUD / year (≈ 16,420 GBP / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,451 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year)
Living costs
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom: 1,601-2,539 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Mathematical Biology.