Master Mathematics

How does a bank check whether your digital signature is a valid one? Do planets move in stable orbits or will they eventually collide? How can a 3D-sphere within the 3D-figures be characterized?

The mathematics behind these questions is dealt with within your Master's degree programme.

Our Master’s programme consists of five internationally acclaimed research groups involving 30 mathematical researchers. During your two-year Master’s programme, you will be embedded in one of these research groups and can choose from five mathematical fields.

In addition to gaining specialised knowledge,, you will learn how to solve a problem by using abstraction and modelling and to find scientific literature on the subject. You will be able to determine whether the problem can be solved by using existing mathematical theory or whether new theory should be developed. Finally, you will learn how to present mathematical results in written and oral form, for both specialised and general audiences.

Specializations
The Master's degree programme in Mathematics offers five specializations:

• Analysis and Dynamical Systems
• Geometry and Topology
• Mathematical Physics
• Number theory and Algebraic Geometry
• Probability and Discrete Mathematics

In addition to these specializations, you can also follow the Science, Business and Policy track.

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Master Mathematics

Curriculum

This is a 2-year Master's programme, that consists of 120 ECTS (60 ECTS per year). The programme is built up as follows:

1) 15 ECTS mandatory courses

• Mathematics and its environment
• Student Colloquium
• Research Seminar in Mathematics

2) ≥25 ECTS from one specialization 3) ≤30 ECTS Electives (from other specializations, Mastermath, etc.) 4) 50 ECTS MSc Research Project

You also have the option to follow an MSc Mathematics open degree programme. In that case, the programme is built up as follows:

15 ECTS mandatory courses

• Mathematics and its environment
• Student Colloquium
• Research Seminar in Mathematics

2) ≥25 ECTS from a selection of courses from MSc Mathematics specializations
3) 50 ECTS MSc Research Project

Programme options

Mathematics and Complex Dynamical Systems (specialization)
Geometry and Topology (specialization)
Mathematical Physics (specialization)
Number Theory and Algebraic Geometry (specialization)
Probability and Discrete Mathematics (specialization)
Science, Business and Policy (track)

Study abroad

Study abroad is optional
For an average of 20 weeks
Maximum of 60 EC

Exchange: All our science and engineering programmes offer study abroad possibilities at a number of partner institutions. Our partners include top-100 universities in Europe (for example in Germany, UK, and Sweden) and in the USA, China, South-East Asia, and South America. Our exchange programmes have a typical duration of one semester and count toward your final degree.

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Master Mathematics

Job prospects

A Master's degree in Mathematics opens up many job opportunities. During your Master's programme you will learn to think in a logical and systematic way. These qualities are highly appreciated by employers. Students of our Master programme have found employment at banks, insurance companies, the consultancy branch and research and development departments of companies like Philips, Unilever, TNO, Gasunie, Ericsson and CGI.

With a Master's degree in Mathematics you can also pursue a scientific career as a PhD student at a university. This means working for four years on a research project and writing a thesis. After successfully defending this thesis, you will be awarded a PhD degree. Afterwards you can continue your career at a university or start a higher-level career in a company.

Job examples

• Work for multinationals such as TNO and Philips
• Start an academic career
• Analyst at bank or insurance company
• Consultant

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Master Mathematics

Admission Requirements

Registration procedure

Do you prefer an early decision on your request of admission? Don't wait until 1 May, but use one of the earlier deadlines for this Master's programme (for a course start on 1 September). If the University of Groningen has received your complete application before, then you will receive a decision at the latest on:

Application - Decision:

1 December – 15 January

1 February – 1 March

15 March – 15 April

1 May - 15 June

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Mathematics - Impressionen zum Masterstudium

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Student of the MSc Mathematics 

As a Bachelor's student in Mathematics at the University of Groningen, I had a great experience studying the subject and wanted to continue my education with a Master's degree in Mathematics. As for my current specialization I chose Number Theory and Algebraic Geometry, as I enjoyed studying algebraic geometry during my Bachelor's thesis. Additionally, I enjoyed the freedom to choose my courses and dive deeper into a particular topic.

One of the things I like most about the programme is the atmosphere and the way the courses are given. I feel like I am part of a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about mathematics. Although the workload is higher than in my Bachelor's degree, I am enjoying the challenge and learning a lot.

After completing my Master's degree, I plan to either pursue a PhD or look for a job in a technical company or the government, where I can contribute something valuable. I feel like this programme provides a strong foundation for either career path by teaching me how to think in an advanced mathematical way and be independent.The ability to grasp abstract concepts, think creatively, and analyze problems is a great foundation for any future career.

Overall, the most valuable thing I have learned from studying this programme is that I am capable of doing more than I thought I could. I have also developed a greater appreciation for the research process and the satisfaction that comes with exploring a topic in-depth. I am most looking forward to starting my Master's thesis project and seeing what new things I will learn along the way.

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