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Programme profile
When we think of mathematics, we automatically associate it with figures, numbers and complicated calculations. That is what mathematics is about, but do you realise that it’s also relevant in medicines, the climate, economics and many other fields?
Obviously, parts of the Mathematics degree programme are similar to mathematics as it is studied at secondary school. But you will also discover new areas such as algebra (number theory and coding), dynamic systems (how predictable is the weather?) and systems theory. Over the centuries, mathematics has made an important contribution to technological progress. It is still crucial to researching and solving current issues such as the climate problem.
The Groningen science faculty is the home of the 2016 Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry, Ben Feringa, and the Nobel Prize winner in Physics, Frits Zernike.
Programme content
Students opt for one of two specialisaions:
General Mathematics
In the General Mathematics, specialisation the emphasis is on the theoretical aspects of mathematics. It deals with the basic principles of mathematics, as well as the core concepts of classical and modern logic, and the relationship between the natural sciences and philosophy.Within this specialisation there are three fields of interest:
Physics – electricity & magnetism, waves & optics, quantum physics
Mathematics – chaos theory, security & codes, algebraic structures
Logic & philosophy – models, infinity & paradox, philosophy of science
Statistics and Econometrics
The Statistics & Econometrics specialisation focuses on statistics and mathematics as applied in the field of economics. The subjects range from economic analyses and forecasts to optimum stock management and planning. Courses include Finance Theory and Modelling, Dynamic Econometrics, and Calculus of Variations and Optimal Control
Entry Requirements
3 A-Levels (CCC or above), including Maths
Six passes at Leaving Cert, inc 2 x H5. Minimum 350 points.
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01 October
01 June
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