Dr. Christopher Hollings

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christopher Hollings is an Associate Professor at the Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, specializing in the history of mathematics. His research encompasses the development of abstract algebra during the 19th and 20th centuries, the dynamics of Soviet mathematics, and the communication between East and West mathematicians during the Cold War. He actively engages in historiography concerning ancient mathematics. Hollings has contributed to various scholarly publications, including books on historical mathematical philosophy and works examining the impact of mathematicians like Ada Lovelace. His role as Teaching Advisor in the Faculty highlights his commitment to both education and research in the mathematical community.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.