
Overview
Programme overview
The Master's programme in Mathematics focuses on exchanging ideas between different fields in mathematics, and across other disciplines. Students in this programme can take part in the Mastermath programme, a country-wide exchange programme allowing you to take any mathematics course at any Dutch university. Students in this programme can also enroll in the Gravity+ track, focused on the role of gravity in the universe.
This programme is closely connected with the Institute for Mathematics, Astrophysics and Particle Physics, as well as the Institute for Computing Science.
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What will you learn?
Gain a theoretical understanding in mathematics in one of four tracks
Work across disciplines such as physics, computer science or biology
- Gain real-world experience in designing, conducting and presenting your research projects and results
Career prospects
The skills learned during your Master’s will help you find jobs even in areas where your specialised mathematical knowledge may initially not seem very relevant. This makes your job opportunities very broad indeed and is why many graduates of a Master’s in Mathematics find work very quickly.
Possible careers for mathematicians include:
- Researcher (at research centres or within corporations)
- Teacher (at all levels from middle school to university)
- Risk model validator
- Consultant
- ICT developer / software developer
- Policy maker
- Analyst
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Philosophy of Mathematics or Philosophy of Mathematical Practice
- Professional preparation
- Master Seminar
- Category Theory and Homological Algebra
- Calculus of Variations
- Differential Geometry
- Lie Groups
- Lie Algebras
- Algebraic Topology
Check out the full curriculum
Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
- Apply before , International
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Non-EU/EEA applicants
- 1 April: Final deadline
EU/EEA applicants
- 1 July: Final deadline
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Mathematics Applied Mathematics Actuarial Science View 22 other Masters in Actuarial Science in NetherlandsExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related area: Entering the Master’s programme in Mathematics requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics that is the equivalent to a Dutch university diploma (this does not include a Bachelor’s from a university of applied science, in Dutch hbo; in German Fachhochschule).
- The Admission Office will determine if an international student has the required mathematical knowledge to be admitted. The Admission Office will also indicate if the student is required to follow specific courses from the Bachelor's programme to eliminate possible deficiencies.
- A proficiency in English
Students must have passed (preliminary) examinations containing the following subject matter:
Irrespectively of the chosen Master's track:
- Linear algebra: at least 9 EC. Knowledge of just matrix calculus is not sufficient.
- Algebra: at least 12 EC
- Calculus and analysis: at least 18 EC, of which 9 EC is rigorous analysis including proofs. This must cover the basics of metric spaces, including compactness and connectedness.
- Differential equations: at least 3 EC.
Additional for the track 'Foundations':
- Basic knowledge of topological spaces, including fundamental group
- At least one introductory course on Logic and Set Theory
Additional for the track 'Applications':
- Numerical mathematics: at least 3 EC
- Due to the COVID-19 outbreak which has led to the temporary closure of test centres, Radboud University currently also accepts the iBT TOEFL Special Home Edition. For all other questions regarding the coronavirus please visit our FAQ.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
17000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17000 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
2209 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2209 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Nijmegen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
We have a number of scholarships available only for international Master’s students. You can find the full list, including details about eligibility requirements and how to apply, on the university's website
- Please do note, that most of these scholarships are not fully funded. The Radboud Scholarship Programme (RSP) is the only scholarship that offers both fully and partially funded scholarships.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.