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PhD student profiles

We asked some of our students to share their experiences of studying mathematics and statistics at the University of Sheffield.

Headshot of Caitlin McAuley

"As a postgraduate student at Sheffield, there is plenty to get involved with alongside your own PhD project"

Caitlin McAuley Supervised by Professor Tom Bridgeland

After obtaining an undergraduate degree in Glasgow and a Masters in Germany, Caitlin chose to study for her algebraic geometry PhD in Sheffield.

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"I was only too happy to find many international students in Sheffield"

Magdalini Flari Supervised by Dr Kirill Mackenzie

Magdalini found all of the activities PhD students can get involved in outside of their research beneficial in helping her develop a strong professional skillset.

Kholood Alnefaie in her graduation cap

"After I started my PhD programme, I got great support from the friendly and helpful school community"

Kholood Alnefaie Supervised by Professor Vladimir Bavula

Following completion of her Masters in pure mathematics at Nottingham, Kholood decided to study her PhD at Sheffield.

Matthew Allcock in a shirt and bow tie sat at a table smiling

I started my PhD knowing what a fulfilling place Sheffield is to study in

Matthew Allcock Supervised by Professor Robertus von Fay-Siebenburgen

After completing his undergraduate degree with a year abroad, Matthew decided to continue his study at Sheffield with a PhD.

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Book your place at our online open day on Wednesday 26 April to find out more about postgraduate taught study at the University of Sheffield.

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