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Mathematics – (M.Sc.)
VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: April (non-EEA: March). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,750 - ≈ € 12,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Mathematics is a vibrant and versatile science which involves recognising and analysing structures and making models and predictions. It plays an essential role in other sciences.
Mathematical analysis developed for some purpose can often be applied to a variety of problems. There are constantly new developments, whether in pure or applied mathematics. The two-year Master's programme Mathematics reflects the versatility of this science. It provides you with an opportunity to specialize while deepening your knowledge of the subject in general. VU University Amsterdam offers a wide variety of research topics in the field of mathematics ranging from probability theory, operations research and statistics via analysis to topology and K-theory. Examples of current research topics include: Percolation theory, Stochastic modelling and statistical analysis of biological processes, Queuing theory, Blowup phenomena in partial differential equations, Braids in dynamics, Homotopy theory of classifying spaces, Algebraic K-theory. The Master's programme in Mathematics consists of specialized courses, optional courses and a Master's project. Students can choose to follow the programme with an emphasis on research, on communication and education skills or on application-oriented skills.
Contents
Types of teaching (in year 1):
- theory: 30%
- practice: 30%
- self study: 30%
Programme internationalization:
This programme has a workload of 120 ECTS.
Specialities:
Stochastics:
Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems:
Topology:
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Requirements
Additional language requirements:
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 237
- TOEFL internet based: 92
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 580 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 237 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 92 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
Neso Indonesia:
StuNed Scholarships for Master studies, short courses and customized training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least two years work experience in a development-related organization.
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Fulbright/ NAF:
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VU University Amsterdam:
VU University Amsterdam awards its own scholarships to outstanding students joining our international Master's degree programmes. The VU Fellowship is an amount of money between 2.500 and 15.000 Euros to cover a part of the study expenses. The general criteria for selection are excellence, motivatio
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