Mathematics

The objective of the MSc programme in Mathematics centres on the study and development of techniques to tackle pure and applied mathematical questions. Why UvA? This Master's programme reflects the versatility of mathematics: it gives you the opportunity to specialise in a particular mathematical area of your interest, while expanding your knowledge of the whole discipline in general. Specifically, you choose one of the following four specialisations: * Algebra and Geometry * Analysis and Dynamical Systems * Discrete Mathematics and Quantum Information * Stochastics You can incorporate interdisciplinarity into your programme, either by choosing one or more interdisciplinary courses or by following a well described minor or major. Unique at the UvA are the challenging double Master's degree programmes: Mathematics and Econometrics (150 EC) and Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (180 EC).

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