Mathematics Technical University of Munich
- Degree
- Master's
- Language of instruction
- English
- International support
- Welcome event Buddy programme Specialist counselling Cultural and linguistic preparation Tutors Support with registration procedures
First impressions
- Location
Garching b. München
- Intake
Winter and summer semester
- Duration
4 semesters
- Study structure
Full-time
- Mode of study
Fully on-site
- Tuition fees per semester
6,000 EUR
- Application deadline
1 January until 31 May for the winter semester
1 October until 30 November for the summer semester
General information
About the course
Degree
Master of Science
Course location
Garching b. München
Language of instruction
English
Languages
Courses are held in English. Participants can choose to write their Master's thesis in English or German language.
Description
Some areas from applied analysis, algebra, numerical analysis, scientific computing, optimisation, mathematical physics, mathematical modelling, dynamic systems, geometry and visualisation. Very flexible programme, students can choose a focus area or study with a wide choice.
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Duration
4 semesters
Intake
Winter and summer semester
Mode of study
Fully on-site
Application deadline
1 January until 31 May for the winter semester
1 October until 30 November for the summer semester
Tuition fees per semester
6,000 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees
Please refer to the following website for more information on tuition fees at TUM: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition.
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Further details
Course organisation
Lectures and seminars in the first three semesters, Master's thesis in the fourth semester
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
- International guest lecturers
- Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s) outside Germany
Optional study abroad experience for one semester
Integrated internships
Obligatory four week internship, usually in companies located in the Munich area
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Costs & requirements
Costs
Tuition fees per semester
6,000 EUR
Please refer to the following website for more information on tuition fees at TUM: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition.
Semester contribution
Please refer to this page for more details: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees.
Costs of living
In order to cover personal expenses while studying in Munich, we recommend a budget of at least 1,000 EUR per month.
Please refer to the following page for more information: https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/en/international/international-students-in-munich/in-preparation/cost-of-living/.
Requirements
Academic admission requirements
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in mathematics or an equivalent qualification in a similar field of study.
Applicants are qualified if they can show proof of academic achievements that are equivalent to the qualification obtained in the Bachelor's degree programme in mathematics offered by TUM and that meet the requirements of the respective Master's degree programme.
Language requirements
If you have not completed your education officially in English, you must provide proof of sufficient language skills in English. Please refer to the main university websites to find out which English language certificates are accepted: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application-and-acceptance/university-admission/language-certificates/.
Application deadline
1 January until 31 May for the winter semester
1 October until 30 November for the summer semester
Submit application
In order to apply at TUM, you need to open a TUMonline account: https://campus.tum.de/tumonline/webnav.ini.
Our application wizard will guide you step by step through the online application procedure.
For more information, check: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application-and-acceptance/online-application/.
Financing information
Funding opportunities within the institution
Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here.
Possibility of finding part-time employment
There are various job opportunities as teaching assistants and research assistants at the university.
Munich is also a very good place to find internships, e.g., with banks, insurance, software or consulting companies as well as in the research and development departments of large corporations.
Please refer to the following page for more details: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/during-your-studies/living-and-working/jobs-and-internships.
Additional support
Accommodation
It’s not easy to find a place to live in Munich – but it’s not impossible either! The Technical University of Munich (TUM) supports students and staff in their search for accommodation by providing personal advice, in-house listings and useful information to ensure that you can quickly find a place to call your own.
For more information, see: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/during-your-studies/living-and-working/accommodations.
Career advisory services
TUM Career Service: https://www.community.tum.de/en/career-service/
Support for international students and doctoral candidates
- Welcome event
- Buddy programme
- Specialist counselling
- Cultural and linguistic preparation
- Tutors
- Support with registration procedures
General services and support for international students and doctoral candidates
Contact
Technical University of Munich
Department of Mathematics
Dr Frank Himstedt
Boltzmannstraße 3
85748 Garching b. München
Tel.: +49 8928917450