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Mathematics Major Subject (Academic)
Overview
Contents of the subject Mathematics
Mathematics is a very old and traditional science and is also so important for our future. Whether IT, artificial intelligence, Data Science, Finance or natural sciences in general - no future technology can do without mathematics. Mathematicians are therefore in high demand on the labour market. They are needed, for example, as data scientists or analysts, as actuaries for insurance companies or banks, or as IT consultants for AI applications to tackle the challenges of modern society.
As part of a mathematics degree, you will learn to recognise and analyse structures, model facts and solve problems, even those where visualisation fails. You are therefore perfectly trained to develop answers to the big (future) questions.
In the first year of the Bachelor's degree programme, you will be introduced to the working methods of university mathematics. With these skills, you can then study individual mathematical disciplines in depth in order to prepare yourself for a wide range of specialisation options. Learning and working together is very important in a maths degree programme. You work very closely together in teams and are also individually supervised by students from higher semesters (tutors) in tutorials accompanying the lectures.
The Bielefeld Faculty of Mathematics enjoys an excellent reputation in the international research landscape. Many international co-operations and the high number of mathematicians who choose Bielefeld for a research stay are proof of this. The Faculty's special profile and proven strength in research enable a wide range of specialisation options, from the Bachelor's degree, but especially in the Master programme. It also offers an attractive research environment in which the fascination of research in scientific collaboration can be experienced at an early stage.
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Advantages of the subject Mathematics at Bielefeld University
Mathematicians are in high demand in the job market. The skills acquired during the program are of great importance in the education sector as well as in business and information technology.
Research-Oriented Teaching
The Department of Mathematics enjoys an excellent reputation in the international research community. Students benefit from a modern, theory-based education that allows them to experience the fascination of research and its application in a school setting from an early stage.
Individualized Support
Individualized support from faculty and tutors is an integral part of the program. This ensures that students learn in small discussion groups and have ample opportunity for academic discussions and personal questions.
Diverse Specialization Options
The program offers a wide range of specializations that allow students to pursue their interests. This includes both fundamental and applied areas of mathematics tailored to various professional fields.
Career prospects
Insurance: Graduates often find employment in the insurance sector, where they can work in risk assessment and evaluation. Their mathematical and economic knowledge is particularly sought after in this field.
Banking and finance: A career in the banking and finance sector offers a wide range of opportunities, for example in financial analysis, risk management or investment advice, where quantitative skills are of great importance.
Management consultancies: Management consultancies regularly seek graduates in Mathematical Economics who can carry out analyses and provide strategic recommendations based on mathematical models.
IT and Data Processing: The IT sector offers numerous career prospects, particularly in data analysis and processing, where mathematical knowledge is used to optimise processes.
Interdisciplinary research projects: Graduates have the opportunity to take part in interdisciplinary research projects addressing current societal challenges, thereby contributing to economic and social development.
What are the access requirements?
Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
What formalities are important?
Course start
Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.
Length and scope of studies
The standard period of studies is 6 semesters. Information on studying part time.
The studies Major Subject (Academic) Mathematics comprise 120 credit points.
Find out about the academic structure model and note the possible combinations as well as the rules regarding the individual supplementary area.
Application, admission, and enrolment
The study places are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines. Afterwards, however, you can submit your application for enrolment directly in the application and status portal, provided that you meet the access requirements.
Step by step to a bachelor programme without NC
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
The courses
You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.
An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.
Possible Combinations
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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years