Mathematics

In the master's specialisation Mathematics and Science Based Business, you combine high quality research in Mathematics with training in management and entrepreneurship.
In close co-operation with senior research staff, you will do your own research project. Courses on theory on the frontier of science will further enhance your knowledge. In a networked and case-based programme on management, business and entrepreneurship you will learn about running science-driven companies and exploiting business opportunities created in research. Your newly acquired knowledge and skills you will apply and enhance further in a company internship or business assignment.

The Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory master's specialisation spans both theory and the world of algorithms and applications. The courses are directly related to our research.
The Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory master's specialisation focuses on geometry and number theory, a very large area ranging from discrete dynamical systems and analytic number theory to arithmetic and algebraic geometry. There is a strong emphasis on algebraic methods and a direct interest in the computational aspects of the theory. The programme also has a cryptology component. Leiden offers courses at an advanced level ranging over topics such as algebraic number theory, algebraic geometry and cryptology.
The research specialisation is aimed at students who wish to acquire a profound knowledge of one of the areas within pure mathematics. There is a strong theme dealing with algebra and number theory as well as a strong theme dealing with topology and geometry. The master's specialisation Algebra, Geometry and Number Theory is an ideal basis for a career in academia, starting for example with one of our PhD programmes.

Nederlands:
Engels: The master's specialisation Mathematics and Education prepares you for a career as a teacher in Dutch secondary schools. After completion you obtained the qualifications to be a Mathematics teacher.
The master's specialisation Mathematics and Education optimally prepares you to teach the subject of mathematics to Dutch secondary school students, based on a solid background of high quality research in mathematics. The programme comprises a one-year mathematics component, followed by an education component in the second year. This master's specialisation uniquely enables you to make a relevant impact on society by educating today's secondary school pupils for tomorrow's challenges in the field of mathematics.

Do you want to fascinate our younger generations for the field of mathematics? Are you aiming for a career as a modern and flexible teacher? Then, the Mathematics and Education master's specialisation is the right choice for you. After completion, you will have obtained your teacher qualification, which is required for employment as a mathematics teacher in Dutch secondary schools. You can also participate in the World Teachers Programme for bilingual and international teaching. As the main education component is taught in Dutch, all applicants must provide proof of proficiency in Dutch language.