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ANU is the best place in Australia to study maths and thanks to our small class sizes, you’ll have direct access to some of the best mathematicians in the world.

We have an exceptionally strong research programs in both theoretical mathematics and contemporary applications.

Make an original contribution to human knowledge, research and development with this postgraduate degree.

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Tuesday, 08 Sep 2026

Undergraduate math students at AMSI Member Universities can apply for a six-week summer research scholarship. Paired with an academic mentor, recipients earn $3,000, conduct a project, write a report and a blog post, and build crucial research and science communication skills. Apply now!

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Colloquium.
Tuesday, 21 Jul 2026

The MSI is seeking to appoint up to two PhD candidates in geometric analysis.

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Tuesday, 22 Jul 2025

MSI pays tribute to Em/Prof. Rodney Baxter.

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Why maths’ bad reputation doesn’t add up

Associate Professor Adam Piggott knows how mathematical ideas can transform our world, and he wishes more people were in on the secret.
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Exploring the mathematical universe – connections, contradictions, and kale.

Exploring the mathematical universe – connections, contradictions, and kale

Pure mathematics often yields unanticipated applications, but without a time machine to look into the future, how do mathematicians like me choose…
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ANU researchers speed up earthquake simulation software

“Faster, more efficient software,” “speedups and code profiling,” and “parallel programming” – these were the central takeaways from the two-week…
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30 Oct 2026 | 12:30 - 1:30pm
colloquium.
5 Nov 2026 | 4 - 5pm

The 2026 Fields Medals

MSI Colloquium, where the school comes together for afternoon tea before one speaker gives an accessible talk on their subject
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Colloquium.
6 Nov 2026 | 3 - 4pm

Introduction to the Type Theory of Lean

Interested in meeting your fellow graduate students and learning about their research? Join us at the informal colloquium for graduate HDR students to hear about interesting topics they’ve come across during their studies.
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