Master's in Mathematics
Overview
A Master’s degree program in mathematics typically follows a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics. The course content is therefore similar but at a more advanced level. After laying the groundwork during the Bachelor’s program, the Master’s program focuses not only on general academic development but also on specialization in a chosen field.
Profile
A mathematics degree is ideal for people who enjoy getting to the bottom of things, recognizing patterns, solving problems creatively, and thinking through a problem with perseverance. This sets it apart significantly from high school mathematics. In addition to teaching subject-specific content, the program focuses on developing analytical thinking skills.
In Giessen, mathematics students benefit from particularly strong faculty support and establish personal contact with their instructors early on. They can choose from a wide range of courses and thus specialize in the fields of analysis, algebra, geometry, topology, stochastics, and numerical methods. In general, Giessen stands out as the city with the highest student density in Germany.
Outlook
As the saying goes, all the unemployed mathematicians in Germany could fit on a bus. The fields of work for the many mathematicians in industry and business are not widely known, largely because they are so diverse. Mathematicians are often sought after not primarily for their subject-specific knowledge, but for the analytical skills they develop during their studies. Because of these skills, mathematicians typically work, for example, in insurance, consulting, IT, and in industry in roles such as controlling or data analysis.
Structure
Since the foundational knowledge was already established during the bachelor’s program, the master’s program offers a relatively high degree of flexibility. Students continue the specialization they began in the third year of their bachelor’s program. In addition, they delve deeper into other areas, which should encompass both pure and applied mathematics.
Formal Information
The program is governed by the academic regulations ("Studienordnung"). There you will also find a sample study plan and descriptions of the modules offered. The Office of Academic Affairs for the Natural Sciences ("Prüfungsamt Naturwissenschaften") is responsible for examination procedures. It also provides program-specific information.
Academic Advising
The academic advisors for this program are Oleg Davydov and Klaus Metsch. Please schedule an appointment by email.