Department of Mathematics (MAI)

Mathematics plays a fundamental role in modern science and technology, but is also a scientific discipline.

The Department of Mathematics (MAI) is an department with about 100 employees and 4 divisions.

Research and teaching in the Department ranges over a wide spectrum from pure mathematics and scientifically generated approaches to applications within the fields of technology, science, economics, and mathematics education.

News from the Department of Mathematics (MAI)

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Maths Coach Online – university students help with maths

“Mattecoach på nätet”, the online maths coach, has helped close to 70,000 students with maths. This collaboration between KTH, Linköping University and Chalmers has now spread internationally.

LiU receives SEK 232 million from the Swedish Research Council

The Swedish Research Council has now decided on the allocation of research grants in four areas. At Linköping University, the area of natural and engineering sciences is to receive the most funding.

MAI researcher elected to Academy of Science of South Africa

Professor Emeritus Jan Nordström, at the Department of Mathematics (MAI), has been elected to membership of the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf).

Research from The Department of Mathematics (MAI)

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Nonlinear Potential Theory

The research group is mainly interested in analysis on metric spaces, and in particular nonlinear potential theory associated with p-harmonic functions and quasiminimizers in Euclidean and metric spaces.

Mathematics and algorithms for intelligent decision-making

On the journey towards sustainability, our contribution is to develop mathematical models and solution methods for practically relevant but computationally challenging problems in scheduling and resource allocation.

The 22nd International Conference on the Teaching of Mathematical Modelling and Applications (ICTMA22)

All researchers, teachers and mathematicians interested in the teaching and learning of mathematical modelling, are welcome to ICTMA22. The conference is taking place at Linköping University from Sunday 10 August to Friday 15 August 2025.

Maths coach online - School collaboration in Mathematics

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Maths Coach Online

Maths Coach Online is a chat service offering pupils in primary and secondary school free online mathematics help from university students. Maths Coach Online also provides a basis for research on how to deliver online-based education.

Doctoral studies in Mathematics

Doctoral studies in Mathematical Sciences

Within mathematical sciences we study questions of a mathematical character, either from a purely theoretical perspective or directed towards practical applications. In either case, the mathematical problem and its properties is the main focus.

Education at the Department of Mathematics (MAI)

Advanced level / Master

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Computer Science, Master's Programme, 120 credits

Provides skills needed within modern software technology, for positions such as operating systems designer or Internet security specialists. You can also pursue a career in research or continue your studies towards a doctoral degree.

Electronics Engineering, Master's Programme, 120 credits

Focuses on the design of integrated circuits and System-on-Chip in advanced semi-conductor technologies. Courses include wireless communications systems, digital system design, analogue integrated circuits and an intro to radio electronics.

Industrial Engineering and Management, Master's Programme, 120 credits

This programme provides knowledge in industrial management through a multi-disciplinary approach, giving you the skills to adopt changes in the industrial environment in a responsible and efficient manner.

Divisions at the Department of Mathematics (MAI)

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Algebra, Geometry and Discrete Mathematics (ALGD)

Our research focuses on a number of different subject areas such as algebra, geometry, topology, dynamic systems, combinatorics and graph theory. The division consists of about twenty teachers, researchers and doctoral students.

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Analysis and Mathematics Education (ANDI)

The Division of Analysis and Mathematics Education conducts both interdisciplinary and applied research in various branches of analysis and didactics of mathematics.

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Applied Mathematics (TIMA)

Applied mathematics is used to study advanced methods for modeling in technology as well as natural and social sciences. The division conducts research in computational mathematics, mathematical statistics and optimization.