M.Sc. Mathematics
University of Bonn Bonn
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About the programme
Mathematics is an English-taught Master of Science at the University of Bonn in which you gain broad scientific knowledge in one main field of mathematics. You choose from Algebra, Number Theory and Logic; Mathematical Analysis and Differential Equations; Discrete Mathematics; Geometry and Topology; Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing; or Probability Theory and Stochastic Analysis. The programme is single-subject, lasts four semesters and starts in the winter semester. It suits graduates with a degree in mathematics or a related discipline. Graduates go on to work in insurance, banking, IT, consulting, industrial research and development, logistics or academia.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Mathematics at University of Bonn
English language
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Results of a test (TOEFL, IELTS or similar);
Our requirement for the TOEFL is 550 points (written test) or 79 points (internet-based test). To have your TOEFL score sent directly to our department, please use the institution code 5177.
Our requirement for IELTS is a score of 6.0 or better.
Proof of other successfully completed English language courses;
Proof that the language of instruction in your Bachelor's program was English .
If English is your mother tongue then of course no proof is necessary.
German language
Academic requirements
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Please apply in time even if you have not completed your graduation yet. In this case please upload your current transcript of records. You can be admitted for the winter term (starting in October) if your Bachelor studies will be finished before 30 September. You can be admitted for the summer term (starting in April) if you finish your Bachelor studies before 31 March. Once you are in Bonn, you will have to show us your Bachelor's degree certificate to prove your degree.
prove that you earned 120 ECTS credit points from mathematical modules in this Bachelor program
https://www.mathematics.uni-bonn.de/study/master-mathemat... (opens in a new tab)
Tests and documents
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Please write a letter of motivation (in German or English) outlining the reasons for your application to the Bonn Master's program. State your core mathematical area of interest and describe your experience in this field.
(D) Indicate whether you know, or are in contact with, someone in our department.
Please include in tabular form (in a table rather than a prose text) a description of your high school education and your undergraduate education, as well as your academic and non-academic activities. Please include a photo in your CV.
We need one letter of recommendation for international applicants. Your recommender will be contacted automatically by the system. Please be very attentive when entering the recommender's e-mail address so that the system will be able to successfully contact them.
We recommend applicants with a non-European Bachelor of Mathematics and applicants with a bachelor degree in another subject to take the GRE Subject Test in Mathematics before applying to our programme. To have your GRE Subject Test result sent directly to our office, please use the Designated Institution Code 6301.
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
University degree (German or non-German) in mathematics or a related discipline
English language proficiency (CEFR level B2)
As proof of your English language proficiency, we accept one of the following documents:
- German Abitur certificate showing that you have had English classes up to the Abitur (at least B2 level).
- TOEFL: 550 points in the written test or 79 points in the internet-based test.
- To send your TOEFL scores directly to us, please use the institution code 5177.
- IELTS: A score of 6.0 or higher.
- Proof of successful completion of other English courses (at least B2 level).
- Proof that English was the language of instruction in your Bachelor's program.
Minimum grade of 2.5 or local equivalent
Modules in mathematics worth a minimum of 120 ECTS credits
For non-EU applicants, the selection committee will assess the program-specific preparation for the Master's program in Mathematics.
The application documents will be used to evaluate the level of mathematical training achieved with the first degree, especially whether the applicants have the necessary knowledge in the areas listed below:
- Analysis
- Linear Algebra
- Basic knowledge of Numerical Mathematics, Probability Theory, and Discrete Mathematics
- Advanced knowledge in at least one of the six study areas (opens in a new tab) of Bonn Mathematics
The benchmark is the level of knowledge reached in the Bachelor's program in Mathematics at the University of Bonn at the end of the 5th semester, as described in the course contents of the Bachelor's program in Mathematics (opens in a new tab) in Bonn.
In some cases, applicants may be invited to a study aptitude assessment.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Mathematics
Programme-specific documents
1.Curriculum vitae (CV) with photo
2. Degrees and academic records
3. Statement of purpose
4. Proficiency in English
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Examples of academic work -Bachelor Thesis
7. GRE Subject Test in Mathematics
We recommend that applicants with a non-EU bachelor's degree take the GRE test in mathematics before applying to our program.
To send your GRE score directly to us, please use institution code 6301.
f available, please send us your Bachelor's thesis or other academic papers you have written. If the work is not in German or English, please include an English summary.
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Estimated year-1 total cost
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