Master of Science in Mathematics Friedrich Schiller University Jena

All modules in the MSc Mathematics programme are taught in English. Additional modules, such as minor subjects, might be taught in German.

Our programme of study is research oriented. It offers our students advanced courses in all modern fields of pure and applied mathematics, including algebra, analysis, geometry, numerical analysis and scientific computing, mathematical optimisation, theoretical computer science, stochastics and financial mathematics. We guarantee individual teaching plans, intensive supervision and an excellent student–professor ratio. Additionally, our Master of Science programmes include “German as a Foreign Language” courses to improve the employment prospects of our international graduates in the German and international job markets.

Summer semester: 1 December to 15 January
Winter semester: 1 April to 31 May

To ensure a timely response to manage visa and accommodation issues, etc., it is strongly recommended to apply as early as possible.

The modules in the MSc Mathematics programme are taught in English. Students can freely choose among a wide variety of mathematics modules. A total of 120 ECTS credits have to be collected, according to the following subcategories:

• 18-51 ECTS credits in pure mathematics
• 18-51 ECTS credits in applied mathematics and stochastics
• 30 ECTS credits for the Master's thesis
• 21 ECTS credits in your minor subject and general key qualifications (ASQ)

International students who do not already have a minimum of an advanced level (A2 CEFR) of German are required to choose “German as a foreign language” as their minor subject. They can collect all 21 ECTS credits required for their minor subject by attending German classes.

The following mathematical subject areas can be chosen:

• algebra
• analysis
• geometry
• numerical analysis/scientific computing
• optimisation
• probability and statistics
• theoretical computer science

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No tuition fees

The semester fee amounts to approx. 290 EUR per semester (student services and student self-government). For details, see: Semester fee (uni-jena.de)

Students need approximately 700–900 EUR per month for rent, food, health insurance, books and personal items. For details, see: https://www.uni-jena.de/en/Jena+living+international.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or equivalent with results high above the international average.

Proficiency in at least one advanced programming language is required. You are not required to provide proof.

Knowledge of English of at least level B2 (CEFR) is mandatory.

Summer semester: 1 December to 15 January
Winter semester: 1 April to 31 May

To ensure a timely response to manage visa and accommodation issues, etc., it is strongly recommended to apply as early as possible.

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Students can work as student assistants and besides their studies up to a certain extent. Please also see: https://www.uni-jena.de/en/Jena+living+international

Accommodation in student residences is available to a certain extent. Please apply to the "Studierendenwerk Thüringen". For further information, please visit our website at: http://www.stw-thueringen.de/en/housing/.

You can also look for single or shared private accommodation yourself. In the buildings of the university, there are numerous information boards with accommodation offers. Note, however, that the availability of private accommodation in Jena is rather limited.

The university hosts a Career and Welcome Point: https://www.cwp.uni-jena.de/en