Section outline

  • RESEARCH CENTRE FUNDING

    You are strongly encouraged to participate in national and international research meetings. The School of Mathematical Sciences allocates each research centre an annual budget to be used to support PhD students for travel, conference registration and subsistence, subject to approval.  Use of the fund is at the discretion of the Head of Centre following approval by your supervisor. To apply for this funding you must speak to your supervisor and Head of Centre and get approval confirmed by email.  If your claim has approval please ensure that you follow current QMUL procedures for purchasing tickets and claiming expenses. 

    SMS PGR DAY PRIZES

    The Ann Cook Prize

    This awarded annually to the postgraduate student who submits the best poster at the Postgraduate Research Day. The prize is named after Mrs Ann Cook, who for many years was secretary to the Head of School and ensured the smooth and effective running of many aspects of the School.

    The School of Mathematical Sciences Prize

    This prize is awarded annually to the postgraduate student who is judged to have given the best presentation at the Postgraduate Research Day.

    SMS AWARDS

    The Minnie Brooke Memorial Studentship Award

    This award commemorates the achievements of Minnie Brooke, a pioneer and supporter of public health orientation in mental health programmes. Minnie was a Mathematics graduate of Queen Mary University of London when it was known as East London College, and this award recognises and supports promising young researchers who can continue the departmental legacy she helped initiate. This studentship is awarded every few years to a new incoming PhD student.