Lecture series

Weekly lectures from experts in their fields

Structured as a series of weekly lectures on a given topic, our lecture series offer a comprehensive introduction to your chosen subject.

All can be enjoyed online via a livestream. The majority can also be attended in person at Rewley House, Oxford. If joining us in Oxford, tea and coffee is provided before or after each lecture.

Maths Fan Online Lecture Series

Thu 06 Jun - Thu 04 Jul 2024

Celebrate all things maths with Dr Tom Crawford and friends. Hear from fellow YouTuber Simon Clark about the mathematics of climate change; solve puzzles with best-selling author Rob Eastaway; and explore the fun-side of maths with Numberphile presenter Sophie Maclean, and the one-and-only James Grime. A lineup for the true maths fans!

There are no pre-requisites - an interest in maths and a desire for knowledge are all that is required.

Dr Tom Crawford is the Public Engagement Lead at the Department and is also a Fellow by Special Election at St Edmund Hall where he teaches mathematics to the first and second year undergraduate students. Alongside his teaching commitments, Tom runs an award-winning outreach programme through his website ’Tom Rocks Maths’ which hosts videos, podcasts, puzzles and articles that aim to make maths entertaining and understandable to all. 

Learn more and book your place.

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