Dr. Cornelia Drutu

Professor

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Biography

Cornelia Drutu is a Professor at the Mathematical Institute of the University of Oxford, specializing in geometric group theory and ergodic theory with applications to number theory. Her research has led to significant contributions in understanding random groups and random graphs, particularly through studies of eigenvalues and p-Laplacians. Drutu has co-authored influential papers, including works on Kazhdan projections and random walks that have been published in prestigious journals such as Advances in Mathematics and Journal für die reine und angewandte Mathematik. She was awarded the Whitehead Prize in 2009, highlighting her impact in the field. Drutu is actively involved in research groups focusing on algebra and topology, and maintains a substantial academic profile with a breadth of publications demonstrating her expertise and contributions to mathematical sciences.

Research Interests

Awards

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Whitehead Prize

2009-01-01

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.