Discrete mathematics
Discrete mathematics is the branch of mathematics dealing with discrete mathematical structures, i.e. mathematical structure over countable sets (finite sets or sets with the same cardinality as the natural numbers).
Topics in discrete mathematics, among others, include combinatorics, graph theory, coding theory and cryptography. Concepts from discrete mathematics are especially useful in studying and describing objects and problems in branches of computer science, such as computer algorithms, programming languages, automated theorem proving, and software development.
Conversely, computer implementations are significant in applying ideas from discrete mathematics to real-world problems, such as in optimization.
Description of the study programme
| Title of study programme | Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications |
| Study programme coordinator | University of Rijeka |
| Study programme implementor | Faculty of Mathematics – University of Rijeka |
| Type of study programme | Full-time study |
| Level of study programme | Graduate |
| Academic/professional degree awarded upon completion of study | Master of Science in Mathematics |
| Duration of study programme | 2 years (4 semesters) |
| Language | English |
| ECTS credits – minimal number of credits required for completion of study programme | 120 ECTS |
Required educational level for enrollment: Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or equivalent