Module 24-M-PT-STA Stochastic Analysis

Faculty

Person responsible for module

Regular cycle (beginning)

Every winter semester

Credit points and duration

10 Credit points

For information on the duration of the modul, refer to the courses of study in which the module is used.

Competencies

Non-official translation of the module descriptions. Only the German version is legally binding.

Students master advanced content and methods of stochastic analysis, in particular they are able to independently carry out very complex proofs in this area requiring a high level of mathematical expertise. They are able to model complex relationships using probabilistic structures as a basis for applications and to analyse these probabilistic structures mathematically, i.e. concretely:

  • Students can construct the stochastic integral for Brownian motion and apply it to various application contexts.
  • Students can solve stochastic differential equations.
  • Students can model and analyse various application situations using stochastic analysis (stochastic integral, stochastic differential equations).

Students will be introduced to current research questions in the area of Probability Theory. They are able to recognise and assess further development opportunities and research goals.
Furthermore, students recognise further-reaching connections to mathematical issues that have already been worked out. They can transfer and apply the knowledge and methods they have learnt so far to deeper mathematical problem areas. Students also expand their mathematical intuition as a result of more intensive study.
In combination with other in-depth modules, they will be able to write their own research papers, e.g. a master's thesis in the field of Probability Theory.
In the tutorials, students develop their ability to discuss mathematical topics and thus further prepare themselves for the requirements of the Master's module, in particular for the scientific discussion within the Master's seminar presentation and the defence of their Master's thesis.

Content of teaching

The following advanced content of teaching is compulsory:

  • Construction and properties of the stochastic integral for Brownian motion
  • Ito calculus
  • Girsanov transformation
  • Stochastic differential equations and applications

In addition, the following content of teaching can be covered, for example:

  • Basic features of the construction and properties of the stochastic integral for general martingales
  • Ito representation theorem

This module prepares the content of a master's thesis.

Recommended previous knowledge

Solid knowledge of the basics of Stochastic Dynamics (theory of continuous-time martingales, Brownian motion) as in 24-M-PT-STP

Necessary requirements

Explanation regarding the elements of the module

Module structure: 1 SL, 1 bPr 1

Courses

Lecture Stochastic Analysis
Type lecture
Regular cycle WiSe
Workload5 60 h (60 + 0)
LP 2 [Pr]
Tutorials Stochastic Analysis
Type exercise
Regular cycle WiSe
Workload5 90 h (30 + 60)
LP 3 [SL]

Study requirements

Allocated examiner Workload LP2
Teaching staff of the course Tutorials Stochastic Analysis (exercise)

Regular completion of the exercises, each with a recognisable solution approach, as well as participation in the exercise groups for the module's lecture. As a rule, participation in the exercise group includes presenting solutions to exercises twice after being asked to do so as well as regular contributions to the scientific discussion in the exercise group, for example in the form of comments and questions on the proposed solutions presented. The organiser may replace some of the exercises with face-to-face exercises.

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Examinations

e-written examination o. written examination o. e-oral examination o. oral examination
Allocated examiner Teaching staff of the course Lecture Stochastic Analysis (lecture)
Weighting 1
Workload 150h
LP2 5

(electronic) written examination in presence of usually 120 minutes, oral examination in presence or remote of usually 40 minutes, A remote electronic written examination is not permitted.

The module is used in these degree programmes:

Degree programme Profile Recom­mended start 3 Duration Manda­tory option 4
Mathematical Economics / Master of Science [FsB vom 28.02.2025] Mathematics 1. o. 2. o. 3. one semester Compul­sory optional subject
Mathematical Economics / Master of Science [FsB vom 28.02.2025] Economics 1. o. 2. o. 3. one semester Compul­sory optional subject
Mathematics / Master of Science [FsB vom 28.02.2025] 1. o. 2. o. 3. one semester Compul­sory optional subject

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