Stochastics and Financial Mathematics

Career prospects

A Master's degree in Stochastics and Financial Mathematics will be a great asset to you in finding employment in the business world, especially with major financial institutions. Employers may be:

  • Banks 
  • Insurance companies 
  • Actuarial consultancies 
  • Forensic institutes 
  • Statistical or planning agencies 
  • Railway companies 
  • Telecommunications companies

Many students embark on a career path in which they do not only use their mathematical background, but also benefit from the personal and organizational skills developed in the programme.

Continuing your studies

You may also choose to continue your studies after graduation. Candidates with excellent grades can apply for one of our PhD student positions. These are normally awarded for four years, during which you are expected to complete a research project.

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