Master 1 subject

Mathematics, Master 1 subject

  • Why are certain mathematical statements true?
  • How can mathematical hypotheses be proved?
  • Can a mathematical statement be even further generalised?
  • How, exactly, does one define a mathematical structure (as much definition as necessary, as little definition as possible)?
  • How can natural or technological processes be modelled mathematically?

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Degree
Master of Science
Start
Winter- and summer semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
German
Admission
Not restricted, application at the faculty required
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What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it provides a broad range of current and research-focused postgraduate options in mathematics.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • Algebra, topology and geometry
  • Stochastics, statistics and mathematical physics
  • Differential geometry and dynamic systems
  • Complex analysis and geometry
  • Numerical mathematics
  • Cryptology and cryptography
  • Theoretical computer science
Course schedule
Module handbook
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
have:
  • a passion for mathematics
  • stamina
  • sound mathematic knowledge acquired in the Bachelor’s degree programme

enjoy:

  • logical reasoning
  • penetrating abstract structures
  • solving problems and puzzling over tasks in a team
  • mathematical research

struggle through:

  • the challenge of learning the ropes in current research fields and of developing new ideas in those fields
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (direct access)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics (with restrictions)
  • B.A. graduates in the fields of natural science and computer science (possibly subject to restrictions)
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in the insurance and financial industry
  • in research institutes
  • as corporate consultants
  • in the IT industry, incl. cryptography
  • in interdisciplinary research, e.g. in the pharmaceutical industry
And else?
An internship ...

is optional.

Studying abroad ... is recommended. It is done from the 1st-4th semester.
Duration: 1-2 semesters
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Studienfachberatung Mathematik
Building, Room: IB 1/113 & IB 3/175
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-14103
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Mathematik
Building, Room: IB 01/105
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-23465
Email:
Website Fachschaft

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