Master of Science in Mathematics
Pursue a research-oriented Master's degree in pure and applied mathematics at the University of Bonn.
Best for:Best for Bachelor's graduates in mathematics seeking advanced training in pure or applied mathematical research.
Overview
The Master of Science in Mathematics at the University of Bonn is a two-year, research-oriented programme offered by the university's premier mathematical institutes and the Hausdorff Centre for Mathematics. Students can specialize in major fields such as algebra, analysis, geometry, numerical mathematics, or stochastics through advanced lecture courses, graduate seminars, and a substantial Master's thesis. The curriculum provides a rigorous foundation at the forefront of modern mathematical research while allowing students to tailor their study plans to individual interests. Graduates are well-prepared for academic research careers or professional roles in industry requiring advanced quantitative skills.
What you'll do
- Attend and complete basic and advanced lecture course modules across various areas of mathematics
- Participate in graduate seminars by preparing and delivering mathematical presentations
- Engage in practical training courses, programming projects, or optional professional internships
- Conduct independent literature review and research under faculty guidance
- Write and defend a comprehensive Master's thesis over an extended preparation period
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in mathematics or an equivalent degree with good grades
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; B2 level proficiency proven via an official certificate such as Cambridge B2 First or IELTS Academic 6.0
Instruction: English
- Completed foundational coursework equivalent to 120 ECTS credit points in mathematical modules
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in pure or applied mathematics
- Ability to comprehend complex mathematical proofs and theoretical concepts
- Proficiency in mathematical reasoning and abstract thinking
- Hold an eligible Bachelor's degree with academic performance comparable to German grade 2.5 or better
- Non-European applicants may be required to pass a qualifying test
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- BSc degree certificate
- Academic transcripts showing 120 ECTS in mathematics
- English language certificate
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