Mathematics Saarland University
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Language of instruction
- English
- Tuition fees
- No tuition fees
- Next application deadline
- 15 November 2026 (summer semester)
- Language level required
- English: C1German: None
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- MSc
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Full-time / part-time
- Full-time
- Intake
- Winter and summer semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
Language of instruction
All courses and seminars are offered in English.
Programme description
The research-oriented Master's programme in Mathematics provides a high-profile education in the following areas:
- algebraic geometry
- algebra, group theory and geometric group theory
- applied analysis
- functional analysis, operator theory, and free probability theory
- quantum groups and quantum information theory
- mathematical data analysis
- numerics for partial differential equations and inverse problems
- stochastics and financial and insurance mathematics
In our programme, we facilitate close contact with the research projects of the department, e.g. the transregional collaborative research centre (Symbolic Tools in Mathematics and their Application – SFB-TRR 195). Furthermore, we are introducing a new Master’s programme on quantum information theory in collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Physics.
There is a strong collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and the Max Planck Institute for Informatics in the areas of discrete mathematics, complexity theory, and computational geometry.
Programme structure
The students can specialise directly in their desired research area. They are free to choose from a mixture of core courses, advanced courses, and seminars.
Part-time studies are possible.
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
International elements in the curriculum
The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:
- Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
- International guest lecturers
- Specialist literature in other languages
Alliance with other European universities:
https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/transform4europe.html
Integrated internships
The students can earn credit points for the Master's programme by doing a voluntary internship.
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Summer semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
15 November 2026
|
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
15 May 2027
|
Academic admissions requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related Bachelor's degree. A preliminary admission can also be given under the condition that you have to pass certain missing lectures from the Bachelor's programme. The final decision on the admission and potential extra requirements are made by the examination board.
Language requirements
German language requirements
English language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
PTE Academic
|
Total: 76 / 90
|
Cambridge English Qualifications
|
Total: C1 Advanced
|
TOEFL iBT Home Edition (since 2026)
|
Total: 5 / 6
Reading: 5 / 6
Listening: 5 / 6
Writing: 5 / 6
Speaking: 5 / 6
|
TOEFL iBT (since 2026)
|
Total: 5 / 6
Reading: 5 / 6
Listening: 5 / 6
Writing: 5 / 6
Speaking: 5 / 6
|
TOEFL iBT (before 2026)
|
Total: 95 / 120
Reading: 24 / 30
Listening: 22 / 30
Writing: 24 / 30
Speaking: 25 / 30
|
TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026)
|
Total: 95 / 120
Reading: 24 / 30
Listening: 22 / 30
Writing: 24 / 30
Speaking: 25 / 30
|
IELTS Academic
|
Total: 7 / 9
|
How to apply?
Costs and funding
Tuition fees per semester
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
The semester fee currently amounts to 394.30 EUR per semester. This fee includes a semester ticket covering public transport in Saarland (including Saarbrücken).
More information: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/study/organisation/fees/semester-fee.html
Cost of living
The Welcome Center at Saarland University provides information on working and living in Saarbrücken. For more information, please visit their website: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/living-working.html.
Cost of Living: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/preparing/financing/cost-of-living.html
Part-time employment
Jobs as tutors and research assistants are available in the department and cooperating institutes each semester. Openings are posted on bulletin boards and on our websites.
Living & services
Support for international students
- Welcome event
- Accompanying programme
In addition, students are supported by our Welcome Center:
https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center.html
Accommodation
Accommodation is offered by the student service office:
https://www.stw-saarland.de/en/living/
You can also find a lot of shared flats on the following commercial website:
http://www.wg-gesucht.de/en/wg-zimmer-in-Saarbruecken.116.0.1.0.html
Contact
Department of Mathematics
- Name
- Prof Dr Michael Bildhauer
- Adresse
- Campus E2 4, 66123 Saarbrücken
- Telefon
- +49 6813022384
Additional contact
- Name
- Prof Dr Gabriela Weitze-Schmithüsen
- Telefon
- +49 68130257422