Mathematics and Philosophy: University of Oxford

What is Mathematics and Philosophy?

This course brings together two of the most fundamental and widely applicable intellectual skills. Mathematical knowledge and ability to use it is the most important means of tackling quantifiable problems, while philosophical training enhances ability to analyse issues, question received assumptions, and clearly articulate understanding.

The combination provides a powerful background from which to proceed to graduate study in either mathematics or philosophy or to pursue diverse careers. Historically, there have been strong links between mathematics and philosophy; logic, an important branch of both subjects, provides a natural bridge between the two, as does the philosophy of mathematics.

Mathematics and Philosophy at Oxford

The degree is constructed in the belief that the parallel study of these related disciplines can significantly enhance your understanding of each.

The Philosophy Faculty is the largest in the UK, and one of the largest in the world, with more than 70 full-time members, admitting more than 500 undergraduates annually to read the various degrees involving philosophy.

Department's general enquiry contact

Faculty of Philosophy

• Address: University of Oxford
  Faculty of Philosophy
  10 Merton Street
  Oxford
  OX1 4JJ
  United Kingdom
• Tel: +44 1865 276926
• Fax: +44 1865 276932
• Email: enquiries@philosophy.ox.ac.uk
• Website: http://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk/

Mathematical Institute

• Address: 24-29 St Giles
  Oxford
  OX1 3LB
  United Kingdom
• Tel: +44 (0)1865 273551
• Fax: +44 (0)1865 273583
• Email: undergraduate.admissions@maths.ox.ac.uk
• Website: http://www.maths.ox.ac.uk/