Mathematics and Statistics at Lancaster University

Mathematics and Statistics

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

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100%

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

#11

in the UK for Mathematics
The Complete University Guide 2023

#16

in the UK for Mathematics
The Guardian University League Tables 2023

#7

in the UK for Research
Research Excellence Framework 2021

 

 

Research

Partnership with Business

The Department 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
Business partnerships at Lancaster University
Athena SWAN Bronze Award

Equality and Diversity

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

The department 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

Latest News and Events

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Lancaster FST subjects ranked among the best in the world

A host of Lancaster University subjects have been placed in the global top 100, according to the latest QS World Rankings.
Professor Rebecca Killick

Lancaster statistician joins first UK-wide ‘Young Academy’

A Lancaster University statistician is among the first members of the new UK Young Academy – a network of early career researchers and professionals established to help tackle local and global issues and promote meaningful change.
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Invitation to apply for funding for interdisciplinary research workshops - Data Science Institute

The Data Science Institute supports interdisciplinary research across a wide range of disciplines and interests. Institute members are passionately engaged in a wide range of data-intensive activity, which is addressing critical societal, economic and environmental questions, as well as generating new mathematical models and methods of digital innovation.
Dr Jonathan Read; Professor Christopher Jewell

Lancaster statisticians recognised for pandemic modelling

Lancaster University statisticians are being recognised for their work supporting the UK’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Students visiting the Lancaster University School of Mathematics building alongside an artist impression of what the building will look like

A peek behind the scenes for new mathematics school’s first students

Students set to be among the first cohort of learners at the £8.5 million Lancaster University School of Mathematics (LUSoM) have had a special behind the scenes tour of the school’s state-of-the-art buildings being built near Preston city centre.
Some constructed shapes on a table in the Postgraduate Statistics Centre

Department of Mathematics and Statistics triumphs in REF2021 research ratings

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has had 100% of its research rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021, published yesterday.

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Financial Econometrics Conference: To mark Stephen Taylor's Retirement

Wednesday 29 March 2023, 8:30am to Friday 31 March 2023, 5:00pm
26th Apr

Pure maths seminar: Evgenios Kakariadis

Wednesday 26 April 2023, 3:00pm to 4:00pm
3rd May

Pure maths seminar: Beth Romano

Wednesday 3 May 2023, 3:00pm to 4:00pm
11th May

Survival analysis with STATA

Thursday 11 May 2023, 9:00am to Friday 12 May 2023, 5:00pm
31st May

Pure Maths and Stats Seminar: Mike Thelwall

Wednesday 31 May 2023, 2:00pm to 3:00pm

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