Overview

Objectives

The Mathematical Engineering program at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid provides students with the required tools to deal with technological or scientific problems by means of:

A precise mathematical / physical / statistical foundation
A formulation of a model in mathematical terms
A theoretical and/or numerical solution of a model
The analytical skills to solve complex problems in engineering

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Applied mathematics for control, systems and signals
Complex systems
Numerical analysis of partial differential equations
Evolution and theoretical ecology, dynamics of socioeconomic systems and game theory
Dynamic multivariate modeling in business and industry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-11-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

Schedule TOEFL®

OTE

111

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madrid, Spain

Disciplines

Mathematics Applied Mathematics General Engineering & Technology View 6 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in Spain

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

Schedule TOEFL®

OTE

111

Other requirements

General requirements

The program’s admission requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and Master’s Degree, (at least 60 ECTS credits), with quantitative training in the area of Mathematical Engineering.

Admission is based on merit and capacity of the candidates, for which the following aspects are considered:

Academic record of previous studies
Curriculum Vitae
Endorsement letters from professors of the university or from other institutions or organizations, with direct knowledge of the capacity and competence of the candidate
Thesis project proposal, provided by the candidate
Connection of the project with the lines of research of the Ph.D. Program. The thesis project can be endorsed by a professor from the program
A personal interview can be conducted if deemed necessary, with at least one member of the Academic Committee being present

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

780 EUR / year

≈ 780 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

780 EUR / year

≈ 780 EUR / year

Living costs

Madrid

Spain

745 - 1260 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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