Mathematics Leiden University

Overview

The two-year Mathematics MSc programme offered by Leiden University has two components: an analysis-oriented component with topics such as dynamical systems, differential equations, probability theory and stochastics, percolation and mathematics in the life sciences, and an algebra/geometry-oriented component with topics such as algebraic number theory, algebraic geometry, algebraic topology and cryptology. 

The goal of each programme is to train the student as an independent researcher, and to develop the necessary skills and proficiency to advance your career.

Why study Mathematics at Leiden University?

• Your study programme can be fine-tuned to your own mathematical interests, both pure and applied.

• You will be educated by renowned researchers like Spinoza prize winners Aad van der Vaart and Hendrik Lenstra and receive a top level education in Mathematics.

• The institute has an extensive international network, which allows you to broaden your horizon and provides you with ample opportunities to join interdisciplinary seminars and to pursue interdisciplinary research projects.

Career Opportunities

The Mathematics Master’s programme is an ideal basis for a career in academia, starting for example with one of the PhD programmes at the Leiden Mathematical Institute. Alumni also work as researchers within an industrial environment, such as in Akzo-Nobel, Shell, Philips or TNO. There are also many possibilities in business. Graduates with a Mathematics degree find jobs in banks, insurance and option trading companies, communication and information technology, industry, and logistics.