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Mathematik (Mathematics)

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Note

From the 2026/2027 winter semester onwards, this programme will be offered as an English-taught Master of Science Mathematics.

The M.Sc. Mathematics is a consecutive, research-oriented programme that provides in-depth knowledge and skills in self-selected areas of pure or applied mathematics. It is a two-year programme taught in German. Within the programme, you are free to choose lectures, seminars and the topic for your Master's thesis from the areas of specialisation offered: classical areas such as algebra, analysis, geometry or more Freiburg-specific topics from mathematical logic to financial mathematics, as well as areas of application (e.g. medical biometrics). The financial mathematics profile is specifically indicated on the degree certificate. The degree programme qualifies graduates to start their careers in many areas of business, industry, and research. Many graduates work in data analysis (AI, logistics, statistics), finance (banking, insurance, auditing) or IT (software and hardware development). There are also various smaller fields of employment.

Fast facts

Standard Period of Study

4 semesters required for the full degree programme

Scope of services

120 ECTS-Points for the full degree programme

Language of instruction

German

Language requirements

German B2; English B1

First semester

Admission: No more admission in the first semester possible

Higher semesters

Programme start: Winter and Summer Semester

Admission: With special prerequisites for admission according to admission regulations

Application period: Winter Semester: 1 June - 30 September
Summer Semester: 15 December - 31 March
The information sheet for students in higher semesters contains all the relevant information.

University admission requirements for the first semester and for higher semesters may change up to the start of the application period.

Academic content

Statutes

Module handbook

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