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How do prime numbers help cybersecurity by encrypting your messages? How does math contribute to the development of artificial intelligence? How does mathematics explain patterns in the skin appearance of animals?
During this challenging programme, you will receive an excellent foundation in Mathematics and have the chance to stake out your own focus by choosing one of the different study paths that are for example more data driven oriented or more research oriented. In the international classroom you will be surrounded by other math fanatics.
Why study Mathematics at VU Amsterdam?
VU Amsterdam's Mathematics programme is fully taught in English and attracts a wide variety of international students from different cultures all over the world.
Wide range of elective courses both within ánd outside VU Amsterdam
Connections with finance district Zuidas
You will attend at leat two seminars where you will actively participate in and research the content
Plenty of personal attention during your thesis or internship. We're committed to ensuring you graduate on a topic that resonates with you
Taster Day Are you curious about studying Mathematics at VU Amsterdam? Join us for the Taster Day on 27 February 2026, and experience student life first hand! You will get among other things an introduction to the Mathematics program with insights from lecturers and students.
Summer School
Apply to VU Amsterdam Summer School and develop your academic skills in a focused and inspiring study abroad experience.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
BMath
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
How do prime numbers help cybersecurity by encrypting your messages? How does math contribute to the development of artificial intelligence? How does mathematics explain patterns in the skin appearance of animals?
During this challenging programme, you will receive an excellent foundation in Mathematics and have the chance to stake out your own focus by choosing one of the different study paths that are for example more data driven oriented or more research oriented. In the international classroom you will be surrounded by other math fanatics.
Why study Mathematics at VU Amsterdam?
VU Amsterdam's Mathematics programme is fully taught in English and attracts a wide variety of international students from different cultures all over the world.
Wide range of elective courses both within ánd outside VU Amsterdam
Connections with finance district Zuidas
You will attend at leat two seminars where you will actively participate in and research the content
Plenty of personal attention during your thesis or internship. We're committed to ensuring you graduate on a topic that resonates with you
Taster Day Are you curious about studying Mathematics at VU Amsterdam? Join us for the Taster Day on 27 February 2026, and experience student life first hand! You will get among other things an introduction to the Mathematics program with insights from lecturers and students.
Summer School
Apply to VU Amsterdam Summer School and develop your academic skills in a focused and inspiring study abroad experience.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
92+
3 GCE A-levels in in general, academic subjects with an A*, A, B or C grade. Note that AS-levels and BTECS are not considered to be equivalent to the Dutch pre-university diploma. When you apply, please also upload your predicted A-level grades (official school statement)
3 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
2,694 EUR
International
19,650 EUR
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Mathematics
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
# 301-350QS Subject Rankings
36 monthsProgramme duration
19,650 EURTuition Fee/year
MathematicsMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
BMath
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
How do prime numbers help cybersecurity by encrypting your messages? How does math contribute to the development of artificial intelligence? How does mathematics explain patterns in the skin appearance of animals?
During this challenging programme, you will receive an excellent foundation in Mathematics and have the chance to stake out your own focus by choosing one of the different study paths that are for example more data driven oriented or more research oriented. In the international classroom you will be surrounded by other math fanatics.
Why study Mathematics at VU Amsterdam?
VU Amsterdam's Mathematics programme is fully taught in English and attracts a wide variety of international students from different cultures all over the world.
Wide range of elective courses both within ánd outside VU Amsterdam
Connections with finance district Zuidas
You will attend at leat two seminars where you will actively participate in and research the content
Plenty of personal attention during your thesis or internship. We're committed to ensuring you graduate on a topic that resonates with you
Taster Day
Are you curious about studying Mathematics at VU Amsterdam? Join us for the Taster Day on 27 February 2026, and experience student life first hand! You will get among other things an introduction to the Mathematics program with insights from lecturers and students.
Summer School
Apply to VU Amsterdam Summer School and develop your academic skills in a focused and inspiring study abroad experience.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
BMath
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
How do prime numbers help cybersecurity by encrypting your messages? How does math contribute to the development of artificial intelligence? How does mathematics explain patterns in the skin appearance of animals?
During this challenging programme, you will receive an excellent foundation in Mathematics and have the chance to stake out your own focus by choosing one of the different study paths that are for example more data driven oriented or more research oriented. In the international classroom you will be surrounded by other math fanatics.
Why study Mathematics at VU Amsterdam?
VU Amsterdam's Mathematics programme is fully taught in English and attracts a wide variety of international students from different cultures all over the world.
Wide range of elective courses both within ánd outside VU Amsterdam
Connections with finance district Zuidas
You will attend at leat two seminars where you will actively participate in and research the content
Plenty of personal attention during your thesis or internship. We're committed to ensuring you graduate on a topic that resonates with you
Taster Day
Are you curious about studying Mathematics at VU Amsterdam? Join us for the Taster Day on 27 February 2026, and experience student life first hand! You will get among other things an introduction to the Mathematics program with insights from lecturers and students.
Summer School
Apply to VU Amsterdam Summer School and develop your academic skills in a focused and inspiring study abroad experience.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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