All mandatory and mandatory elective courses of the programme are taught in English. Up to 12% of the courses are elective courses which can be chosen from a portfolio containing German and English courses.
We recommend to start the programme in the winter semester.
Participating in the programme (lectures, exams) requires students to be on-site. Nevertheless, lecturers might provide some online material.
15 July for the following winter semester
15 January for the following summer semester
This degree programme is tailored to the current needs in applied mathematics and scientific computing. It is designed for students who appreciate using rigorous mathematical analysis or scientific computing for the prediction of phenomena or for the optimisation of processes in the sciences or in engineering. Initially, the students acquire a firm grounding in mathematical modelling and applied analysis as well as in high performance computing. They learn to derive mathematical models and to reflect upon the properties and limitations of models. Starting in the second semester, the students are free to choose from a large variety of courses in order to specialise in two of the three following fields:
The subjects of these mandatory elective courses (which all are taught in English) reflect the mathematical research pursued at Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU). They range from modelling, PDE analysis and numerical simulation in mathematical continuum mechanics (transport processes in complex multiphase flow, fluid-structure interactions) to multiscale analysis and mathematics in the life sciences. They also include various fields of mathematical optimisation, including shape optimisation, optimisation with PDE, and discrete optimisation.
In addition, the study plan permits students to attend a number of modules chosen from the entire portfolio of the university's Master's level classes to follow their interests beyond mathematics or in other fields of mathematics.
For details, see the programme website: https://studium.math.fau.de/cam.
The teaching concept of FAU provides every student with a lecturer from the Department of Mathematics who serves as a mentor. This mentor designs an individual study plan in accordance with the student's individual interests.
You can find a detailed module catalogue on the course website: https://studium.math.fau.de/cam
FAU does not charge tuition fees. However, each semester students must pay a fee of 67 EUR for the Studentenwerk (student administration/services).
According to a study by the German National Association for Student Affairs, students in former West Germany who no longer live with their parents have an average amount of more than 930 EUR per month at their disposal. However, monthly expenditures for personal lifestyle vary a lot. The study shows that approx. 25 per cent of the students asked have less than 700 EUR while 10 per cent have more than 1,300 EUR per month. For former West Germany, the study revealed the following details regarding average expenditures:
There is a wide range of scholarships available for outstanding students. In addition to requiring applicants to have excellent grades, most scholarship programmes have additional conditions regarding cultural, political, religious, or social involvement. If you have any questions about the application procedure or selection criteria, you can contact the Student Advice and Career Service (IBZ) or speak directly to FAU’s liaison officer for the scholarship organisation you wish to apply to.
https://www.fau.eu/study/prospective-students/financing-your-studies
The requirement for admission to the Master's degree programme is a good Bachelor's degree in a mathematical programme or in a closely related field with a substantial content of mathematical courses (at least 45 ECTS). Qualification or aptitude for the Master's degree programme is examined in the qualification assessment process. Applicants with a degree that is not in mathematics but in a related field can only be admitted after passing an oral exam. The criteria of this oral exam are: basic knowledge in functional analysis or in the theory of differential equations, basic knowledge in numerics or in optimisation, ability to discuss mathematics in English, e.g. on the applicant's Bachelor's thesis.
Applicants must provide proof of their English language skills, including one of the following:
- English level B2 CEFR (vantage or upper intermediate)
- university entrance qualification or a university degree acquired in English
- six years of English study at a German grammar school ("Gymnasium")
Additionally, applicants must provide the following proof of their German language skills:
15 July for the following winter semester
15 January for the following summer semester
The application procedure is fully online at www.campo.fau.eu.
Before application, register at IdM (Identity Management System of the FAU) on the same page. During the application, documents have to be uploaded. See instructions on the required documents and certification/translation requirements on the website.
The cities of Erlangen, Fürth, and Nuremberg offer a very good standard of living. They are popular places to live, meaning that accommodation is in high demand but often in short supply. This is particularly the case during the period before the start of a new semester. We therefore recommend that you start looking for accommodation as soon as possible. If you are flexible and also look in the surrounding area, you will have a better chance of finding somewhere affordable to live. The region has an excellent public transport system, so you should not have any problems getting to your place of study or work.
It is worth checking the available accommodation on the Internet every day, as new accommodation becomes available on a day-to-day basis. It pays to be flexible when it comes to the price, location, and available facilities of your accommodation.
Student Services Erlangen-Nürnberg runs its own student accommodation in Erlangen and Nuremberg. You will be informed about how to apply for a room in Student Services accommodation while you are in the process of applying to be admitted to FAU.
Every student chooses a mentor (a professor from the mathematics department) and can discuss the individual study plan with his/her mentor. The Student Service Centre (SSC) of the department of mathematics answers questions and tries to help in case of problems.
Founded in 1743, FAU has a rich history. It is a strong research university with an international perspective and one of the largest universities in Germany with 39,657 students, 272 degree programmes, 4,000 academic staff (including over 624 professors), 243 million EUR third-party funding, and partnerships with universities all over the world. Teaching at the university is closely linked to research and focuses on training students in both theory and practice to enable them to think critically and work independently. The research itself also strikes the perfect balance between a theoretical approach and practical application.
FAU’s outstanding research and teaching is reflected in top positions in both national and international rankings as well as the high amount of DFG funding that its researchers are able to secure.
FAU’s two main sites, the cities of Erlangen and Nuremberg, are located at the heart of the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region. Both Erlangen and Nuremberg have their own unique charms. Erlangen is a city of 100,000 inhabitants, was the former home of the Huguenots, and it is a key location for Siemens. Nuremberg is a city with a metropolitan flair and a population of half a million. The opera, theatre, and museums, along with a lively pub scene and nightlife, offer plenty of opportunities to relax after a day in the lecture theatre, lab, or library. The highlights of the cultural calendar in Erlangen include the "Hörkunstfestival" (acoustic art festival), International Comic Salon, "figuren.theater.festival" (puppet theatre festival), "Poetenfest" (poetry festival), and the "ARENA… of the young arts" theatre and performance festival. A wide range of cultural institutions open their doors to visitors during the Blue Night in Nuremberg, and once every two years, the Long Night of Sciences gives the public a chance to take a look inside research institutions in Erlangen, Nuremberg, and Fürth. In summary, the mixture of academia, innovative companies, art, and culture makes the region the perfect place for creative minds. There is also plenty on offer for keen athletes and nature lovers. Fränkische Schweiz, a paradise for climbers and walkers, is located to the north of Erlangen and is at FAU’s doorstep. Water sports enthusiasts will love the Franconian lakes and the university’s water sports centre, which is located just south of Nuremberg.
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