Program Overview
When studying mathematics, you will deal with abstract structures, logical thinking and precise methods for solving complex problems. You will learn about fundamental areas such as analysis, linear algebra, stochastics and numerics and develop a deep understanding of mathematical theories and their applications. The program not only trains your analytical skills, but also your perseverance and creativity in solving challenging problems. Mathematicians work in a wide range of professional fields - from research and teaching, IT and data analysis to banking and insurance. If you enjoy logical thinking and want to understand complex relationships, mathematics is just the thing for you!
During your studies, you have various subjects, which consist of one or more modules. A module deals with a specific topic and consists of one or more courses. In the module handbook for your degree program, you will find a description of the modules and their subject assignment as well as a study plan. This gives you an orientation as to which courses you should attend in which semester in order to complete your studies within the standard period of study. It takes into account a balanced distribution of courses over the individual semesters. It also ensures that you are first taught the important basics before moving on to more advanced topics. Your individual course of study may differ from this.
The subjects Application Subject and Mathematical Specialization must together amount to 89 LP. The variable subject sizes allow you to set your own priorities.
KIT offers a wide range of options for stays abroad, from individual courses to a year abroad. Especially if you are interested in a longer stay abroad, it is advisable to contact the International Students Office early on.
Key Program Features
- • early professional qualification by taking an applied subject
- possibly at other departments • supervised study room in the faculty building • optional interdisciplinary qualifications • attractive and modern department building with many seminar rooms
- workstations
- specialist library and cafeteria • very committed student council (student representatives) • very good advising infrastructure • possibility to write a bachelor's thesis at another KIT department or in cooperation with a company early professional qualification by taking an applied subject
- possibly at other departments supervised study room in the faculty building optional interdisciplinary qualifications attractive and modern department building with many seminar rooms
- workstations
- specialist library and cafeteria very committed student council (student representatives) very good advising infrastructure possibility to write a bachelor's thesis at another KIT department or in cooperation with a company
Career Opportunities
With a bachelor's degree in Mathematics, you will be very flexible on the job market, as it is a key science. Not only will you have analytical skills and a structured approach to complex issues, but you will also complete an application-oriented specialization as part of your studies. This opens up excellent career prospects for you as a specialist, both nationally and internationally, wherever complex situations exist and a high degree of security and commitment is required. Examples include medical technology, IT companies, the automotive industry and the telecommunications sector.
Program Curriculum
During your studies, you have various subjects, which consist of one or more modules. A module deals with a specific topic and consists of one or more courses. In the module handbook for your degree program, you will find a description of the modules and their subject assignment as well as a study plan. This gives you an orientation as to which courses you should attend in which semester in order to complete your studies within the standard period of study. It takes into account a balanced distribution of courses over the individual semesters. It also ensures that you are first taught the important basics before moving on to more advanced topics. Your individual course of study may differ from this.
You must take the following subjects during your studies:
• Basic Mathematical Structures (51 CP): here you will learn the important basics of analysis and linear algebra, especially in the first year of your studies. The subject is rounded off with an introduction to programming.
• Fundamentals of Applied Mathematics (24 CP): in this subject, you will expand your basic mathematical knowledge with content from numerics, probability theory and stochastics.
• Mathematical Specialization (50-58 CP): you can select modules in this subject. You must choose at least 8 CP from algebra and geometry and 8 CP from analysis. If you wish, you can also choose modules from applied mathematics.
• Application Subject (23-31 CP): the application subject gives you the opportunity to get a taste of a possible professional application. You can choose from computer science, physics, economics, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering and information technology. You can apply to the examination board for other subjects.
• Mathematical Seminar (6 CP): you attend two seminars on topics of your choice. As part of the seminar, you will give a presentation lasting at least 45 minutes.
• Interdisciplinary Qualifications (6 CP): this subject allows you to think outside the box and focus on topics that are beneficial to your personal development or your interests outside of mathematics - be it language courses, presentation techniques, academic writing or dealing with technology and society. There is a wide range of courses on offer at KIT - you decide.
The subjects Application Subject and Mathematical Specialization must together amount to 89 LP. The variable subject sizes allow you to set your own priorities.
Admission Requirements
For the bachelor's degree program in Mathematics, you need sufficient knowledge of the German language. Your German language skills must correspond to at least level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Important: you must provide proof of the required language skills regardless of your citizenship and by the end of the enrollment period at the latest, but preferably at the time of application.
In what form do I have to provide the language certificates? Please read the following chapters on this website carefully. If you have any further questions, please contact
• Students Office if you are applying as a German, German national or a person with German equivalent status
• the International Students Office if you are a non-EU national
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
No tuition fees (German public university — see fee_details)
Semester contribution ~€235 covers public transport (KVV) and student union services.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
No tuition fees at KIT (German public university). Semester contribution of approx. €235 covers public transport and student services. Funding available via DAAD, Deutschlandstipendium, Baden-Württemberg Stipendium, and KIT internal scholarships.
About Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe, Germany
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is one of Germany's leading public research universities and among Europe's most prestigious institutions for science, engineering, and technology....
University Profile- Application Deadline EU/German nationals: September 15 | Non-EU nationals: July 15
- Language German
- Duration 6 semesters
- Credits 180 ECTS
