MSc in Mathematics
HSE University
Key Information
Campus location
Moscow, Russia
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
RUB 220,000 / per year **
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* online applications are accepted for preliminary selection; online candidate interviews will be held with programmes; you have to upload your portfolio to the personal online account before August 10
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Introduction
The Faculty of Mathematics invites applications to the Master’s program 'Mathematics'. This program trains professional researchers in mathematical sciences and experts in mathematical education. Students will be prepared for Ph.D. qualifying tests, have their own research agenda and experience and have teaching experience at the university level.
M.Sc. program in Mathematics at the Faculty of Mathematics, HSE University, Moscow
The M.Sc. program takes two full years of study. All M.Sc. students complete their Individualized Study Plans, which have only a few mandatory items. Students choose from a large pool of special topics courses and research seminars offered by the Faculty of Mathematics and its collaborators, among which are the Steklov Mathematical Institute, the Independent University of Moscow, the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology. By the end of the program, students are required to submit a Master’s thesis. Every M.Sc. student has a faculty advisor, who supervises the Master’s thesis.
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Curriculum
Curriculum Outline
- Algebra and Arithmetics
- Geometry and Topology
- Advanced Calculus
- Functional Analysis
- Combinatorics
- Topology
- Mathematical Methods of Science
- Research Seminars
- 30 special topics courses
- More than 20 Math in Moscow courses
- Skoltech University courses
Program Outcome
Mathematics at the HSE
The Faculty of Mathematics has over 130 members, including 15 invited speakers of the International Congress of Mathematicians. The main research areas are algebraic geometry, geometric and algebraic topology, differential equations, ergodic theory, dynamical systems, representation theory, functional analysis, mathematical and theoretical physics.
Applicants can expect to:
- Learn from leading experts in Mathematics and Mathematical Physics.
- Choose from a wide range of special topics courses and research seminars.
- Take advantage of a great variety of mathematical events happening in Moscow, a world-famous mathematical centre, and benefit from a uniquely stimulating, dynamic learning environment.
- Discover the rich and fascinating cultural life of Moscow.
- Take advantage of our student exchange programmes with universities in the USA, Europe and Japan.
- Continue their research in our PhD programme or in any international PhD programme in Mathematics or Mathematical Physics.
- Apply for Teaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships.
- Apply for travel grants.