Programme structure
The Master's programme Mathematics is a two-year full time study consisting of 120 ECTS credits.
The programme has the following structure:
- Courses, 60 or 90 ECTS credits
- Master's thesis, 30 or 60 ECTS credits
The programme has different programme options:
Master's thesis
You can write a short, or a long, Master's thesis. Selection of project is done in consultation with your supervisor.
A short Master's thesis consists of 30 ECTS credits, and in addition you will take courses of a total of 90 ECTS credits. The first three semesters consist of courses and the Master's thesis is done in the fourth semester. All courses have to be passed before you are allowed to start the thesis.
A long Master's thesis consists of 60 ECTS credits, and in addition you will take courses of a total of 60 ECTS credits. You take courses throughout the first semester. The Master's thesis will start with in the second or third semester, depending on the choice of specialization and after agreement With your supervisor.
If you want an insight into what a Master's thesis in mathematics entails, look at previously submitted assignments. All Master's theses submitted in recent years are available in DUO.
Honours certificate
Are you academically ambitious? It is possible to supplement your master's degree with an honours certificate worth 20 credits. You take the certificate concurrently with the master's programme.
Recognition of Master's courses from former education
If you are admitted to the Master's programme and you have completed Master's courses outside the University of Oslo, you may apply to have these courses recognised as part of your degree. Please contact the Department of Mathematics for more information.
Diploma and degree
This programme leads to the following degree: Master of Science in Mathematics
The diploma is issued when you have completed the courses that meet the requirements for a degree. Read more about diplomas.