How is Applied Mathematics structured?
Applied Mathematics is studied over 2 years, and each academic year is divided into 2 semesters. There are opportunities for exchange programmes and company projects during the course of study. You will also have the opportunity to delve into areas such as Computational Science, Statistics, and Data Science.
Below, you can see an overview of the programme structure. If you start the degree in February, the master’s programme follows a slightly different structure, with the first and second semesters reversed.
Choices and options
In the Applied Mathematics programme, you have the opportunity to shape your education through elective courses and project topics. You can also undertake a company project within a business or organisation to test your knowledge in practice.
Additionally, you have the option to go on an exchange programme and gain international experience.
In the 4th semester, you will complete your education with your master’s thesis.
There are several opportunities available to you if you are considering studying abroad as part of your master’s degree , and our international coordinator can help you find the perfect destination.
In Applied Mathematics, we recommend going abroad during the 3rd semester of your studies.
If you wish to combine your master’s studies in Applied Mathematics with professional experience, you can choose a company project during the 3rd semester.
A company project is a well-defined collaboration with a company or organisation. You become part of the workplace’s daily operations, work alongside employees and apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges.
You can complete the company project as:
- a 10 or 15 ECTS project alongside other study activities.
- a 30 ECTS project equivalent to a full semester.
In Applied Mathematics, you will work on your master’s thesis in the 4th semester. The master’s thesis is worth 30 ECTS credits and constitutes the final part of the programme.
In your master’s thesis, you will work independently on a topic of your own choosing, demonstrating your ability to identify, analyse and critically evaluate academic problems on a solid scientific foundation.
A typical week
Below is an example of what a weekly timetable might look like for a student in the first semester of the MSc in Applied Mathematics. Class times and workload may vary from week to week, and as a rule, classes can be scheduled on weekdays between 8:15 AM and 6:00 PM.
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
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8-10 AMLecture[Linear and integer programming] |
8-10 AMGroup instruction[constituent course A] |
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10 AM-12 PMLecture[constituent course A] |
10 AM-12 PMLecture[constituent course A] |
10 AM-12 PMGroup instruction[Project management in Science] |
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12-2 PMLecture[Project management in Science] |
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2-4 PMLecture[constituent course B] |
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4-6 PMGroup instruction[Linear and integer programming] |