Study programmes

Mathematical modeling is an interdisciplinary study programme that combines mathematical analysis, numerical mathematics and physics. The programme is designed in such a way that the students acquire specialised as well as general knowledge in all mentioned fields, and they are ready, if required by the problem they are studying, to deepen their knowledge by studying highly specialized scientific works. All students are required to attend lectures on continuum mechanics, mathematical analysis of partial differential equations and numerical mathematics with the objective to acquire the ability to design mathematical models of natural phenomena (especially in the field of mechanics and continuum thermodynamics), and analyze and implement numerical methods for computer simulations of the given phenomenon. After completing the compulsory courses the students focus more closely on either the physical aspects of mathematical modeling (design of mathematical models), the mathematical analysis of partial differential equations, or methods for numerical solution of these equations. Extensive experience with all aspects of mathematical modeling (model design, analysis, simulation) enables students to use the state-of-the-art knowledge from all aforementioned fields in solving complex problems in physics, technology, biology and medicine that are beyond the scope of particular specialised fields. Graduates of the study programme are ready to work in the academic as well as commercial institutions that rely on mathematical modelling and simulations in their study of natural phenomena.