spring 2025
MAT-3900 Master's Thesis in Mathematics - 60 ECTS
Objectives of the course
Knowledge - The candidate:
- has a solid basis in mathematical sciences
- has advanced knowledge of theory and methods in the special theme treated
- can apply knowledge on new areas of research
- good knowledge of scientific method
Skills - The candidate:
- is able to use necessary programming tools and advanced software for solving mathematical problems numerically
- is able to work independently with problem solving following scientific method
- can evaluate and analyse published theories and methods in mathematical literature
General competences - The candidate:
- displays good communication skills, oral and written, in the presentation of scientific work for both the general public and for the specialists in the field
- displays good working habits and follows the code of ethics in scientific work
- is able to continue a career within research, teaching, production, development and technical professions in the society
- can produce a well-structured presentation of an extensive independent scientific work
- can carry out an independent, limited research or development project under supervision in mathematics or related areas
- can contribute to new thinking and innovation processes in the field of mathematics
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open for inbound exchange student who meets the admission requirements.
Admission requirements: Bachelor of science degree in Mathematics or equal, plus admission to a Master program in Mathematics.
Do you have questions about this module? Please check the following website to contact the course coordinator for exchange students at the faculty: https://en.uit.no/education/art?p_document_id=510412
Examination
| Examination: | Date: | Weighting: | Grade scale: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 15.05.2025 14:00 (Hand in) | 0/1 | A–E, fail F |
| Oral exam | 1/1 | A–E, fail F |
Re-sit examination
Students who do not pass the previous ordinary examination can gain access to a re-sit examination.
Should the Master's thesis be given the grade F (not passed), it can be handed in again after revision. The deadline for handing in the revised thesis is 3 months from the day the grade is announced to the candidate.
- About the course
- Campus: Tromsø |
- ECTS: 60
- Course code: MAT-3900
- Responsible unit
- Department of Mathematics and Statistics
- Earlier years and semesters for this topic