PhD in Mathematics

PhDDoctoralMathematics

About This Programme

A fully funded research doctorate in mathematics (60/72 credits), with tuition waiver and a monthly stipend.

Course Highlights

Research spans functional analysis, partial differential equations, probability and stochastic processes, and nonlinear optimization
Includes high-dimensional statistics, mathematical biology and epidemiology, and mathematical imaging
60 credits entering with a master's or 72 for direct entry from a bachelor's, built around an original dissertation
Fully funded PhD: full tuition waiver plus a competitive monthly stipend for admitted researchers

What You'll Study

Research doctorate: coursework + comprehensive exam + dissertation; fully funded (tuition waiver + monthly stipend)

Coursework

Required coursework and PhD seminar
Comprehensive / qualifying examination

Research Areas

Functional Analysis
Partial Differential Equations
Probability and Stochastic Processes
Nonlinear Optimization
Matrix and Numerical Computations
High Dimensional Statistics
Mathematical Models for Biology and Epidemiology
Mathematical Imaging

Dissertation

Doctoral Dissertation

Entry Requirements

Academic: A relevant master's degree with a CGPA of at least 3.25/4.00 (or direct entry from a bachelor's with at least 3.50 and a GRE quantitative score >=150). Applicants submit two reference letters, a statement of purpose, a research statement and a CV, and complete an interview.

English: TOEFL iBT 91 or IELTS Academic 6.5.

PhD study is fully funded: admitted researchers receive a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend (with an Abu Dhabi pension for UAE nationals).

Careers

Graduates move into academia, data science, quantitative finance, and national research institutes.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

UAE CAA (Ministry of Education)

Programme Details

Award

PhD in Mathematics

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall)

Typical Offer

Master's CGPA >=3.25/4.0 (or direct-entry bachelor's >=3.5 + GRE quant >=150) + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Doctorate

Subject Area

Mathematics

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

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Next intakes

AugJan

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Course Highlights

Research spans functional analysis, partial differential equations, probability and stochastic processes, and nonlinear optimization

Includes high-dimensional statistics, mathematical biology and epidemiology, and mathematical imaging

60 credits entering with a master's or 72 for direct entry from a bachelor's, built around an original dissertation

Fully funded PhD: full tuition waiver plus a competitive monthly stipend for admitted researchers

What You'll Study

Research doctorate: coursework + comprehensive exam + dissertation; fully funded (tuition waiver + monthly stipend)

Coursework

Required coursework and PhD seminar
Comprehensive / qualifying examination

Research Areas

Functional Analysis
Partial Differential Equations
Probability and Stochastic Processes
Nonlinear Optimization
Matrix and Numerical Computations
High Dimensional Statistics
Mathematical Models for Biology and Epidemiology
Mathematical Imaging

Dissertation

Doctoral Dissertation

Entry Requirements

English: TOEFL iBT 91 or IELTS Academic 6.5.

PhD study is fully funded: admitted researchers receive a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend (with an Abu Dhabi pension for UAE nationals).

Programme Details

Award

PhD in Mathematics

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall)

Typical Offer

Master's CGPA >=3.25/4.0 (or direct-entry bachelor's >=3.5 + GRE quant >=150) + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Doctorate

Subject Area

Mathematics

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person