Mathematics
Short track Master's programme
We offer a special programme in Mathematics for outstanding students from our partner universities. The short track programme consists of one full year of study. You should be able to obtain at least 66 ECTS in courses (30 ECTS) and a Master’s project (36 ECTS) in this one year. Application for this programme is possible if you have finished courses at Master's level at one of our partner universities for at least 60 ECTS that entitles you to exemptions for master's courses at VU University Amsterdam.
Partner universities
Students from our partner universities are encouraged to opt for this programme through their respective contact persons:
| Partner university | Contact person |
| Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest, Hungary) | Prof. G. Michaletzky |
| University of Warsaw (Warsaw, Poland) | Prof. A. Bojanowska |
| Jagiellonian University (Krakow, Poland) | Prof. K. Ciesielski |
| Charles University (Prague, Czech Republic) | please contact international@few.vu.nl |
| University of Silesia (Katowice, Poland) | Dr Michał Baczyński |
| Comenius University (Bratislava, Slovakia) | Prof. Marek Fila |
Courses
More information about the courses can be found at the study guide.
Admission and application
The Examination Board of the Faculty of Sciences will decide which applicants will be admitted to the Short Track Master's programme in Mathematics. Requests for courses exemptions will be evaluated as well. Applicants will be notified by May 2012 the result of their application, and if applicable, scholarship.
- Please note that you can only apply for the Short Track Master's programme if you are a student from one of the above mentioned partner universities.
- Contact your coordinator to discuss your study plans. You will need a formal approval from your coordinator stating that you are selected for the Short track Master. We will be informed by your coordinator if you have been selected.
- Apply online as described here. Please note that you will not find the option 'Short track master' in Studielink, so just select the regular master programme of your choice. Application deadline is 1st of April, however if you also would like to apply for VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP), you should send in both applications before 1st of March 2012.
- You will have to upload a set of documents for your online application. In case of any questions about the requested documents, please contact International Office. Please start your application, even if you cannot provide all documents.
- Send the following documents (also) by regular mail to:
Ms. Greetje Gorens
Faculty of Sciences
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
De Boelelaan 1081 / Room P-362
1081 HV Amsterdam
The Netherlands
1. A completed application form signed by a senior faculty representative at your home university; please mention your VU student number (which you will receive once you have started your online application)
2. Your CV / Resume in English;
3. A form with list of completed courses (transcript of records) taken at your home university and a list of courses that you still intend to take at your home university. Please have these lists signed by a faculty representative from your home university;
4. Recommendation letters from a senior member of your faculty (professor at your department).
Financial aid
Information on possibilities of financial aid can be found here.
More information
For practical matters, like accommodation, living costs, financial aid, work, etc., please contact our International Office.
