Mathematics and Science-Based Business
| Specialisation of: | Mathematics |
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| Degree: | Master of Science in Mathematics |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Start date: | Flexible, but preferably in September or February |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 66980 |
This combination of science and business will both train you as a researcher in Mathematics and prepare you for going into industry and business. 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.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
- A BSc degree in Mathematics or a BSc major in Mathematics, obtained at a Dutch university. Students holding such a degree will directly be admitted to the programme.
- For all other candidates, an Admission Committee will judge the equivalence of their previous training to this Bachelor of Science degree. The choice in optional courses in the Master of Science programme may be limited by the need to adapt the programme to the actual knowledge of the candidate.
The admission process may include an interview by the Admissions Committee.
- Proof of sufficient proficiency in English: IELTS test level of at least 6.0 or TOEFL score of at least 550/213, evidenced by an appropriate test.
This requirement does not apply if you have:- completed your education in Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand or Australia, or
- an International Baccalaureate
- Applicants with a higher professional education (HBO) degree in a related field of science may be eligible to be admitted to the master’s programme. An Admission Committee will judge the equivalence of their previous training to a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree. The choice in optional courses in the Master of Science programme may be limited by the need to adapt the programme to the actual knowledge of the candidate. For more information, please contact the study adviser.
- Students who have a BSc in Mathematics from Leiden University are directly admissible.
