Business Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
The Master's degree course in Business Mathematics (M.Sc.) is offered as a single-subject course by the Mathematics department. It is a consecutive Master's degree course following an undergraduate degree.
It is aimed at prospective students with a relevant Bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree who wish to study the theories and methods of application-oriented mathematics in conjunction with economic issues in greater depth.
The integrated degree course focuses on areas of application-oriented mathematics that are also used in business.Here, students can deepen their individual interests in a mathematical specialization area. At the same time, the economics specialization area offers a broad or optional in-depth selection of modules from business administration, economics and/or survey statistics. Mathematics and economics are well-balanced in the degree program.
During their studies, graduates acquire significantly more in-depth specialist knowledge in theories, procedures and methods of application-oriented mathematics as well as in-depth specialist and methodological skills in economic science, business administration, economics or survey statistics. The qualification profile is rounded off by sound key, social and personal skills acquired during the course.
Possible areas of work include banks, management consultancies and the stock exchange. The proximity to Luxembourg in particular, with its strong banking and service sector, offers Trier business mathematics graduates numerous attractive international employers.
| Course | Business Mathematics |
| Degree | Master of Science |
| Program type | 1-Subject |
| Course length | 4 Semester |
| ECTS (Credits) | 120 |
| Admission restrictions | none (Winter Semester 2025/26) | none (Summer Semester 2026) |
| Course starts | Winter Semester | Summer Semester |
| Language of Instruction | English |
Programme Co-ordinator | Business Mathematics Programme
apl. Prof. Dr. Jürgen Müller
Tel.:+49 651 201-3490
E-Mail:jmueller@uni-trierde
Subject and Degree Specific information
Study Documents
A single-subject master’s degree programme has a standard period of study of four semesters.
- Module overview | Business Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
- Curriculum (winter semester) | Business Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
- Curriculum (summer semester) | Business Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
The subject examination regulations (in german) regulate the purpose, content and procedure of the examinations and are legally binding. If you have specific questions about the content of an individual examination, please connect your examiners, otherwise contact the departmental academic advisor. The University Examination Office will answer any questions regarding the organisation of examinations.
The module descriptions specify the modules laid out in the examination regulations and provide information on the content of the courses in the modules as well as the learning objectives and competences to be acquired.
Application and Admission
Admission to this master’s programme requires proof of an appropriate bachelor’s degree according to the subject examination regulations (german).
Whether a bachelor’s degree programme or parts of a bachelor’s degree programme qualify for admission to a particular master’s degree programme is determined by the subject examination board during the application process on the basis of the subject examination regulations.
The following certificates are also required for admission to this master’s degree programme according to the subject examination regulations:
- English language proficiency.
Further information on application, admission and enrolment is summarised on the Application page.
Internship
An internship is not compulsory in this programme.
Nevertheless, it is recommended to make contact with employers through internships at an early stage and get to know the future working world. The university supports internships in Germany and abroad through Career Services by providing information and internships offers.
Stay abroad
A study abroad is not obligatory, but is recommended.
The university supports study and internship stays abroad through numerous exchange programmes. Further information: