Mathematical Bioscience

This programme pairs biological knowledge with mathematical training, developing the ability to analyse data and to build and apply mathematical models to biological processes across healthcare, disease dynamics and ecology. Particular emphasis falls on topics such as the spread of disease, including forecasting how epidemics might develop, alongside applications in cancer treatment and environmental questions, with students learning to translate such biological problems into mathematical form. Graduates often move into the research sector, where they contribute to forecasting epidemic trends, refining medical treatment approaches or modelling how pollutants spread through environments. The combined skill set also appeals to biotechnology companies, health sector employers, environmental organisations, consulting firms and both private and public research institutions seeking quantitative expertise applied to biological questions.