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The work of specialists in applied mathematics involves:
  1. Developing mathematical methods and information technologies for machine learning (Machine Learning), data mining (Data Mining), computational intelligence, and creating mathematical and software tools for processing large volumes of data (Big Data)

  2. Mathematical modeling and computer simulation of complex systems, processes, and phenomena of various kinds (mechanical, biological, economic, etc.)

  3. Developing new or adapting existing mathematical methods and algorithms for analyzing data of various types

Admission to the specialty F1 Applied Mathematics is conducted on a competitive basis.

Additional information about the rules of admission to the first year can be found on the website of the Admissions Committee of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute and the website of the Faculty of Applied Mathematics.

At the Applied Mathematics Department, bachelor’s training is conducted under the educational and professional programme of the first (bachelor’s) level of higher education, "Machine Learning and Mathematical Modeling," in the F1 Applied Mathematics major.
The educational programme is accredited, and the accreditation certificate is valid until 01.07.2028.

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The minimum competitive score for admission under the state order: 130
The minimum competitive score for admission under private funding (individuals and/or legal entities): 100

  • Bachelor's degree: 3 years and 10 months (4 academic years)
  • Master's degree in educational and professional training: 1 year and 4 months (1.5 academic years)
  • Master's degree in educational and scientific training: 1 year and 9 months (2 academic years)

The cost of one year of bachelor's degree study at the Department of Applied Mathematics in the academic year 2024/25 is

  • full-time (full-time) education - UAH 34,900.

The department offers the following classes:

at the bachelor's level (see the official documents):

  • math classes: "Algebra and Geometry", "Mathematical Analysis", "Discrete Mathematics", "Mathematical Logic and Algorithm Theory", "Differential Equations", "Numerical Methods", "Operations Research and Methods of Optimization", "Mathematical Modelling" (including electives: "Theory of Functions of a Complex Variable", "Applied Mechanics", "Functional Analysis", "Random Processes", "Equations of Mathematical Physics", "Optimal Control Theory", "Systems Analysis" etc.);
  • data science and machine learning classes: "Critical Thinking and Decision Making", "Probability Theory", "Mathematical Statistics", "Prompt Engineering", "Artificial Intelligence", "Data Analysis", "Foundations of Machine Learning", "Deep Learning", "Business Analysis in IT";
  • software engineering classes: "Programming", "Architecture of Computer Systems", "Algorithms and Data Structures", "Introduction to Databases and Information Systems", "Databases and Information Systems", "Distributed and Cloud Computing" (including electives: "Front-end Development", "Functional Programming", "Object Oriented Programming", "Software Quality Assurance", "Algorithms and Systems of Computer Mathematics");

at the master's level:

  • 1.5-year master's program (see the official documents): "Machine Learning", "Data Mining", "Architecture and
    Technology of Big Data Systems", "Modelling of Complex Systems", "Project Management" (including electives: "Fuzzy Set Methods in Business and Finance", "Blockchain Technology", "Decision Support Methods", "Methods of Reliability Theory and Risk", "Game Theory", "Computer Vision", "Data Science Systems");
  • 2-year master's program (see the official documents): 
  • "Machine Learning", "Numerical Methods of Mathematical Physics", "Geometric Modelling", "Data Mining", "Architecture and Technology of Big Data Systems", "Modelling of Complex Systems", "Mathematical Modelling in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Research", "Applied Modelling" (including electives: "Fuzzy Set Methods in Business and Finance", "Blockchain Technology", "Decision Support Methods", "Methods of Reliability Theory and Risk", "Game Theory", "Computer Vision", "Data Science Systems", "Project Management", "Generative Artificial Intelligence", "Econometric Analysis", "Reinforcement Learning", "Natural Language Processing").

The department teaches the following programming languages:

  • 1st year: Python, C
  • 2nd year: Java (elective), Javascript (elective), Haskell (elective)
  • 3rd year: SQL, R
  • 4th year: various languages are used

Deep knowledge of mathematics, machine learning, and information technologies opens a variety of opportunities for department alumni in the modern labor market. There one can find exactly what corresponds to one’s abilities and preferences.

Our alumni work in the most popular organizations and companies in Ukraine as well as abroad:

  • Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Data Engineer, Data Analyst, Business Analyst: European Commission, Interpol, Amazon, PrivatBank, Dragon Capital, etc.
  • Software Engineer, Web Developer: Microsoft, Google, Samsung R&D, EPAM Systems, GlobalLogic, Infopulse, Luxoft, Ciklum, DataArt, Terrasoft, etc.
  • Technical Lead, System Architect, System Administrator: Miratech, Ciklum, Luxoft, Nokia Networks, etc. 
  • Researcher: Glushkov Institute of Cybernetics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Institute of Mathematics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Western universities and research centres

Median salaries of relevant specialists in Kyiv with 3 years of experience as of December 2024 (according to dou.ua):

  • Machine Learning Engineer — $4000
  • Data Scientist — $3800
  • Data Analyst — $2600
  • Software Engineer — $3800

For example, a number of our students have continued their studies at European universities, including double degree programs, after completing their bachelor's degree.

For more information about the department's international academic relations, see the International Activities page.

Yes, for many years faculty, graduates, and undergraduates of the department maintain active international research connections.

Detailed information can be found on the “Research” and “ Inernational Activities” pages.

Yes, department students can be accommodated in the dorm 14.

Detailed information can be found on the Student City website.

Detailed information about living in the dorm can be found on the “Dormitory” page.

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