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Mathematics (Master of Science)
| Official titel | Mathematics |
|---|---|
| Degree | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
| Program length | 4 semesters / 2 years (120 ECTS points) |
| Start | winter and summer semester |
| Language of instruction | German or English |
The Mathematics master's program leads to an enrichment and specialization in mathematics and in a minor subject and particularly results in an intensification of independent scholarly work.
The program is primarily research-oriented. However, students can accentuate the applied approach through individualized selection of a major topic. The enriched course of study in a minor subject guarantees that the use of mathematical methods is also reflected in an interdisciplinary context.
Major topics
The in-depth lectures, seminars or internships are primarily in the fields of work represented by the department. These are:
- Algebraic Lie Theory
- Algebraic and Complex Geometry
- Differential Geometry and Analysis
- Discrete Mathematics
- Numerical Mathematics and Optimization
- Stochastics
For the choice of a minor subject is a large range of subjects to choose from. The most frequently chosen subjects are:
Business Administration, Biology, Geography, Computer Science, Physics, Political Economics.
Objectives
The professional fields for mathematicians are very diverse and predominantly interdisciplinary. There are excellent professional prospects as a result of continually developing fields of work in which well-founded mathematics skills are required. Very interesting extra-disciplinary tasks are also frequently performed with success, because abstract-logical capabilities for analyzing and solving a problem are also of great benefit in other areas and particularly support innovative processes.
Successful graduates of the Mathematics master's program are also found outside of universities and research institutions, in practically all areas of industry and the economy. Mathematicians are sought after particularly in software development, in banks and insurance companies and management consulting.
A particularly successful master's program also enables access to a doctorate – principally in mathematics.
Admission requirements
Required university degree We require proof that you have completed a relevant Bachelor's degree in mathematics or proof of a comparable German or foreign university degree that qualifies you for a profession.
In addition to a Bachelor's degree in mathematics, a degree for teaching at grammar schools (first state examination or Master's degree) with mathematics as a teaching subject entitles you to admission.
A total of at least 90 credit points (CP) must have been acquired in mathematical disciplines as part of the completed degree course or a further degree course. Of these, at least 60 credit points must have been acquired in subjects that are included in the range of subjects of the study areas Mathematical Basic Modules, Mathematics Advanced Modules (core subjects) and Mathematics Elective Modules of the Bachelor's degree program “Mathematics” at Philipps-Universität Marburg.
The Examination Committee may link admission to the condition that additional coursework and/or examinations totalling a maximum of 30 CP be completed. In such cases, the degree programme may be prolonged accordingly.
Course-specific knowledge and skills that must be proven The degree programme's modules and courses are usually taught in English. A German-language course is also possible if it is requested by all the students in the module or course. The coursework and the examinations can be taken in either German or English, depending on the student's choice. Optional and mandatory courses may include modules imported from Bachelor's degree programmes or other subject areas in the German language, which means the choice may be restricted in some cases.
Therefore, either
a) English proficiency of at least level C1* of the "Common European Framework of Reference for Languages”
or
b) English proficiency of at least level B1* of the "Common European Framework of Reference for Languages" and German proficiency of at least level "DSH-2"*
must be proven.
*The linked website provides further information on the evidence and certificates required to prove that the language level has been reached.Admission Mode Direct admission is granted with complete fulfillment of the admission requirements. Who can answer questions?
Technical questions about your application
Content-related questions about the program
Prof. Dr. Oliver Goertsches
Hans-Meerwein-Str. 6, Lahnberge
Room 08A06
35032 Marburg
Phone: +49 6421/28-25438
Email: studienberatung@mathematik.uni-marburg.de
Office hours: by arrangementFormal questions about your application
In case of formal questions about the application, please contact Master's Coordination with your application number (if available) at master@uni-marburg.de.
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