Is this programme right for you?
Quotes about the programme
Yanhong, student from China
At Uppsala University you can calm down and study what you are really interested in instead of following the public's preferences
The best thing about the programme is that I can choose the courses, immerse myself and discuss the issues that interest me, even if these issues are not as important and valuable in the eyes of others as they are to me.
I appreciate that the teachers encourage me to immerse myself in my interests and that I don´t feel forced to focus on quick profit (ranking and GPA and after – money and fame). If you don’t do research with interest and passion, it will be difficult to persist and conduct in-depth research and not least to enjoy and be happy.
Besides studying math I like watching football games, drawing, baking, and playing video games.
Read the full interview with Yanhong
Why did you choose this programme and this specialisation at Uppsala University?
– My Bachelor's major is within the intersection of applied mathematics and computer science. I am also very interested in data processing, so I wanted to take some statistics courses based on these two. When I checked the information on this programme, I found it meets my requirements. I also wanted to change my learning environment. I studied my Bachelor's in Shanghai, a very busy city, and I wanted to move to a quiet place to continue my graduate studies. So I chose Uppsala.
Has the programme lived up to your expectations so far?
– Generally, it met my expectations. However, some courses had prerequisites that I did not fulfil and I regret that I didn’t study the courses needed to be able to take them.
What is most challenging?
– I think there will be language challenges at the beginning. Another challenge is the climate; the nights are too long in winter. To pass the time I brought a projector and a Switch, and I would play games and watch movies with my corridor mates.
Do you have good teachers?
– Many of the teachers I met in class are very good.
Do you study any other subject than mathematics within the programme?
– Some statistics and IT courses, such as categorical data analysis, high-performance programming and data mining.
What might a typical day look like?
– A typical day involves going to school, doing homework, cooking, exercising, and resting.
What are your plans after you graduate?
– I want to work for 2–3 years after graduation and see the 'outside world’. Because I have only been in the school environment so far. After that, I might go back to continue with a PhD.
Where and with what would you most like to work?
– I am currently looking to find a job in Sweden, and I want to work in a gaming company as a data analyst, because games can bring people happiness, just like when I play Switch during the winter. But if I can't find a suitable job in Sweden, I will consider returning to China.
What is the best thing about studying at Uppsala University?
– You can calm down and study what you are really interested in instead of following the public's preferences.
Spring 2024
Zakia, student from Bangladesh
The thing that fascinates me the most is that you can take any courses you are eligible for, and book meetings with your faculty professors to learn and ask about the topic you are interested in.
Read the full interview with Zakia
How did you choose your programme?
– I kept three factors in mind – my previous education, my future goals and my subjects. I made sure that, what I learned in my Bachelor's and the subject I am choosing have some common topics so that I won’t be clueless. I want to be a Data Scientist, so I reviewed the curriculum and career opportunities. I chose applied mathematics and statistics for my Master’s degree.
What is it like to be an international student?
– Honestly, it was very hard to stay so far away from family and all by myself. However, independence seems very enjoyable now – something I experienced for the first time in my life. I live in a student corridor, so I met a lot of people from different nationalities and cultures. I can roam around anywhere and in campus Angstrom I love the spaces to study.
What is the best thing about studying at Uppsala University?
– The thing that fascinates me the most is that you can take any courses you are eligible for, and book meetings with your faculty professors to learn and ask about the topic you are interested in.
Name three things you are doing this week!
Completing my assignments, attend career circle and do some cooking!
What is your reason for studying, or your ultimate goal?
– As I love data and logic, I want to become a data scientist and within 10 years I plan to lead a team of data scientists to help a company grow in both operational and strategical ways.
Describe the student life?
– In Uppsala one semester is divided into cycles which made my life much easier. However, the study pressure is no joke. Sometimes I have multiple assignments to complete in a week and have to discuss the group assignment with my group members too. There are often events, career circle, language classes and conferences to attend. As I love to meet people and listen to their opinions and suggestions, I normally attend those events. So, I would say, as a student some weeks are super busy and some are not that much.
Two quick questions
What is your favourite place in Uppsala?
– Fyris river.
Where is the best place to study?
– Campus Angstrom.
Autumn 2023
Read interviews about the other specialisations within the programme
Contact
- For programme-specific information, please contact:
- masters@math.uu.se
- For admissions-related or general information, please contact our applicant support team:
- masterprogrammes@uu.se