Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
The Master's degree course in Mathematics (M.Sc.) is offered as a single-subject course. It is a consecutive Master's degree course following an undergraduate degree.
The course is aimed at prospective students with a relevant Bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree who wish to study application-oriented mathematics in depth.
The course initially focuses on in-depth study of the fundamental disciplines of mathematics such as analysis, numerics, stochastics and optimization. This compulsory range of courses is supplemented by individual mathematical specializations. In addition, students can take modules from other subjects as part of a free elective area and thus set their own specializations.
During their studies, graduates acquire significant in-depth specialist knowledge of the subject, methods and systems necessary for the transition to research or a career. Furthermore, students gain the ability to get an overview of the central contexts of the subject of mathematics, to apply basic scientific methods and findings and to recognize links to related fields of application. The degree program also teaches key, social and personal skills.
Possible professional fields for mathematicians include banking and insurance, as well as the logistics sector and research. The proximity to Luxembourg in particular, with its strong banking and service sector, offers Trier mathematics graduates numerous attractive international employers.
| Course | 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 | 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 | Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
- Curriculum (winter semester) | Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
- Curriculum (summer semester) | Mathematics (Master of Science, 1-subject)
The subject examination regulations (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 [link follows] 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
§ 2 Admission requirements
In addition to the admission requirements set out in § 2 general subject examination regulations for masters degree (in german), the following admission requirements apply to the Master's degree programme in Mathematics (1-subject):
1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in a degree programme in Mathematics or a closely related subject. The decision on equivalence and whether a degree programme is closely related is made by the Examination Board on a case-by-case basis.
2. proof of knowledge of the English language in accordance with § 4 para. 2 of the enrolment regulations of Trier University (in german) of Trier University in the currently valid version.
Further information on application, admission and enrolment is summarised on the application page.
This information is a non-binding overview in English. The legal text of the respective order applies (in german).
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/stay abroad is not compulsory but is recommended.
The university supports study and internship stays abroad through numerous exchange programmes. Further information: