Program overview
Pure mathematics might sound a bit 'highbrow,' but in simple terms, it's the very core of mathematics—studying the fundamental laws behind numbers, shapes, structures, and change. You'll learn classic courses like analysis (e.g., calculus and real analysis), algebra (groups, rings, fields), and geometry & topology (deep properties of spatial shapes). At the graduate level, you'll also explore cutting-edge directions such as number theory, differential geometry, and functional analysis. This program is especially suited for students who have a 'true love' for mathematics—those who enjoy solving tough problems, relish the thrill of logical reasoning, and don't mind spending all day with abstract symbols. Chinese universities are strong in pure mathematics—for example, Peking University, Fudan University, University of Science and Technology of China, and the Institute of Mathematics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences all have world-class professors and vibrant academic atmospheres. Many Chinese mathematicians have won international awards, such as the Fields Medal (Shing-Tung Yau) and the Wolf Prize. Studying here, you'll have access to the most cutting-edge research topics and opportunities for international academic exchange.