Matrix Computations and Applications 7.5 credits
About the course
The course provides knowledge and understanding of matrix computations in various applications. For this, deeper knowledge of theory, methods, algorithms and software is required for different classes of numerical linear algebra problems. Among other things, the course discusses projections, fundamental subspaces, transformations, orthogonality and angles, rank, matrix factors (eg LU, QR, SVD), condition numbers (ill-posed or well-posed problems), direct and iterative methods to solve linear systems of equations (e.g. Gauss-Seidel, SOR, Krylov subspace methods, pre-conditioning) and eigenvalue problems (canonical forms, methods for calculating all and/or a few number of eigenvalues and associated eigenvectors). Furthermore, the course deals with how this knowledge and skills are used in a number of applications within, e.g., information retrieval on the internet, computer graphics, simulation, signal processing and engineering applications. Practice and in-depth understanding are acquired through computer labs.
The course is split into two parts:
Part 1, theory, 4.5 ECTS
This part introduces theory, methods, and algorithms.
Part 2, practice, 3.0 ECTS
In this part, numerical software is developed and used to solve problems in practical applications.
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Autumn 2025
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Matrix Computations and Applications
Autumn 2025 / Umeå / English / On site
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Starts1 September 2025
Ends2 November 2025
Number of credits7.5 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace50%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-57001
Eligibility At least 90 ECTS, including 60 ECTS Computing Science, or 120 ECTS within a study programme. At least 7.5 ECTS programming; 7.5 ECTS linear algebra; 15 ECTS differential and integral calculus; and 4.5 ECTS numerical analysis. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationApplication deadline was 15 April 2025. Submit a late application at Universityadmissions.se.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 19,038
Total fee: SEK 19,038
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