School of Mathematics and Physics

Welcome to the School of Mathematics and Physics. Our friendly community dedicate themselves to delivering world-leading research and inspirational research-led teaching. We offer world-class facilities, industry partnerships, and an inclusive and welcoming student experience.

Our research and teaching encompass a broad spectrum of areas ranging from pure and applied mathematics and statistics to theoretical and experimental physics.

Welcome from the Head of School

Professor Anne Skeldon

Professor of Mathematics, Head of School

I am a mathematician with a keen interest in applying mathematics in the real world. My background is in dynamical systems and bifurcation theory.Much of my early work was in pattern formation and fluid mechanics, particularly the Faraday wave problem. More recently I have shifted towards biology/sociology. I was a co-investigator on the 6 year complexity science project, Evolut...

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Our work

Our research focuses on big questions in areas of pure and applied mathematics and statistics as well as theoretical and experimental physics.

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Latest news

22 JUL 2025

The maths behind early morning awakenings, the effects of evening light and the naps of babies

Students working in the Physics Radiation lab

10 JUL 2025

Five reasons to study physics at Surrey

Students in Oman with a rocket behind them

03 JUL 2025

UK students to launch international space mission

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Study with us

Undergraduate courses

Our courses are informed by our internationally leading research in innovative topics from stochastics to data science and nuclear physics to quantum technologies.

Postgraduate courses

We offer masters courses which will provide you with intellectual discipline, as well as relevant analytical and practical skills that are in high demand in the workforce.

Research courses

Whether you are interested in pure or applied mathematics or theoretical or experimental physics, our friendly School is the right place for you to undertake your studies for a PhD.

Welcoming the community

We organise lots of events throughout the year for our Surrey community ranging from stargazing to comedy nights.

Hubble space telescope in orbit around Earth

Astronomy evenings

The third annual Toulson Law Lecture given by Lord Judge, 11 May 2022

Institute of Physics lectures

World Space Week

Pint of Science

Bright Club

Nurturing the next generation

A diverse and inclusive environment

Offering an inclusive environment to nurture the next generation of mathematics and physicists. We ensure equal opportunities for all during your time with us.