Overview

MP3 players, train schedules, process optimization, MRI scanners, election analyses, online banking—mathematics is ubiquitous. The objective of Mathematics MSc course at University of Hamburg is to deepen and expand upon students' mathematical understanding and to teach them how to conduct independent research. Students may also take part in a research team.

Career Opportunities

Graduates who successfully complete the master's program have sound knowledge of their research area as well as the ability to analyze connections and develop solutions using mathematical methods. There are excellent job prospects in all fields which require complex problem-solving. In addition to research at university level, graduates have opportunities in finance, IT, the specialist and service departments of various corporations and institutions, and in industrial research and development (e.g., in the fields of mechanical engineering, biotechnology, automobile manufacturing, corporate consulting, insurance, banking, and market research and opinion polling).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Topology

Lie Theory

Homological Algebra

Complex Geometry

Quantum Field Theory

String Theory

Conformal Field Theory

Supersymmetry and Unification

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamburg, Germany

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to the master’s program must meet the following criteria:

They must have a first university degree, generally a bachelor's degree in mathematics or an equivalent program.
They must be proficient in English.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There is no tuition fee, only a semester contribution of €335 (winter).

Living costs

Hamburg

Germany

897 - 1417 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hamburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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