Study programmes

The study program Probability, Mathematical Statistics and Econometrics provides to the students advanced knowledge in several branches of mathematics focused to random events and their analysis (probability theory, mathematical statistics, econometrics, optimization). It is characterized by a deep insight to these branches and focus on their mutual connections. Advanced level of basic knowledge in these branches is reached by attending mandatory courses. In elective courses students deepen their knowledge in more narrow areas, chosen namely with respect to the topic of their master thesis. Thanks to the seminars the students may be in touch with current problems of mathematical research.

Mathematical disciplines covered by this study program are well-established with narrow connections to other parts of mathematics. The theory is based mostly on mathematical analysis (measure theory) and linear algebra, many methods exploit numerical mathematics. On the other hand these parts of mathematics are influenced and inspired also by problems from probability and statistics. Mathematical methods for random phenomena is one the most widely used parts of mathematics both in research and in practice.

Students encounter applications of mathematical theories, theorems and methods for solving concrete problems. Their future employment is very diverse in academia, industry, financial institutions, medical and biological research or in humanities. Moreover, students interested in research are very well prepared for a PhD study of probability, statistics or related areas at the Charles university or at another university in Czech Republic or abroad.