Master
Stochastics and Financial Mathematics
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Tuition · Intl
↗€26,000
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jul 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2020
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗110
DUO ↑100% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
6 bachelor routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.6/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
?
no data yet
Median salary
↗€3,703
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 9 Jun 2026
About this program
Stochastics and Financial Mathematics (SFM) is a research oriented two-year Master's programme in mathematics offering courses at a high mathematics level. Its close ties with the financial and consultancy sector in Amsterdam are unique in the Netherlands. SFM is highly valued by the professional field for its top-level theoretical education in areas ranging from Data Analysis and Statistics, Financial Mathematics and Probability and Decision Making.
Here’s why you want to study Stochastics and Financial Mathematics at UvA:
* Unique Master of its kind in the Netherlands
* Top-level programme
* Small, international classroom
* Double-degree programme SFM and econometrics
Stochastics and Financial Mathematics will suit you, if you...
* Want to learn to address issues in Data Science and Statistics, Applied Probability and Operations Research, or Mathematical Finance.
* Are eager to expand your knowledge and skills in the disciplines Stochastics and/or Financial Mathematics.
* Have a solid background in mathematics.
* Are looking for the freedom to compile your own programme.
* Specialisations
* Data Analysis and Statistics
* Financial Mathematics
* Probability and Decision Making
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Natural SciencesSector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Tracks from HOVI
Financial Mathematics ↗Specialisation
Probability and Decision Making ↗Specialisation
Data Analysis and Statistics ↗Specialisation
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: statistiek
Median starting salary (field)€3,703/mo gross
Months to a substantial job2
Permanent contract38%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree68%
Women among first-years4%
Say workload is “just right”42%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.6/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 12 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers3.4
Involvement & contact3.7
Testing & assessment3.6
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-07-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-02-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- TOEFL internet based: 92
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: 180
Scholarships
Amsterdam Merit ScholarshipVaries; for outstanding non-EU/EEA Master's students.
Faculty scholarships for Master's studentsVaries by faculty; UvA page links to faculty-specific scholarship information.
Internships
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