Studying Math at the TUM

Solving interesting problems, uncovering hidden secrets, describing complicated processes with surprisingly simple formula: Mathematics is the right subject, for all those who like to get to the bottom of things and enjoy developing new ideas and finding solutions.

The Department of Mathematics at the Technical University of Munich is the top address in Germany for study and research in the field of applied mathematics. The TUM is also one of the leading universities in Europe and is linked to more than 160 partner universities worldwide.

You want see what studying maths is really like? Take a look at our Schools and pupils website to find out about courses for higher grade school pupils.

What does a maths degree course consist of?

Grafik: Studiumsaufbau und Mathematik Studiengänge der TUM — Course structure and mathematics courses at the TUM. Click to enlarge.

Infopoint Mathematics

You have questions on our maths degree courses? Feel free to contact us:

Boltzmannstr. 3
85748 Garching

MI 00.10.052

Tel: +49 (0)89 289 17577

infopoint(at)ma.tum.de

Internal post: SB-S-MA

Opening hours:
during the semester
Mon. - Fri. 9:00 - 11:00
Tues. & Thurs.13:00 - 15:00
in lecture-free periods
Tues. 9:00 - 11:00
Thurs. 13:00 - 15:00

When we are closed:
Please use our letter box to post any documents you need to submit.

Which mathematics courses are available?

BSc Mathematics

MSc Mathematics

MSc Math in Data Science

MSc Math Finance and Actuarial Science

MSc Math in Operations Research

MSc Math in Science and Engineering

Current news from our department

Career Day - Garching: July 5, 2018

The TUM Career Service gives information on a wide range of themes regardings careers, job applications and first steps in the working world.

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TopMath Talk

TopMath Talk at 25 th June, 2018. Julian Sieber speaks about "An Area Law for the Entanglement Entropy of Disordered Bosonic Quantum Many-Body Systems".

Learn more

IKOM: June 18 - 21, 2018

From June 18-21, 2018, the IKOM takes place in the Engineering Building. Parallel, on June 19, 2018 the IKOM Start-Up occurs in the FMI Building.

TopMath for young researchers

Want to move straight on to PhD studies directly after completing your Bachelor Degree? This is possible as a TopMath-Student! In the elite study program TopMath students get to grips with new research themes in Mathematics. The young scientists have an individual study timetable and a personal mentor, who accompanies them throughout their studies. More information on TopMath.

Career: get started!

Career-Service der Fakultät für Mathematik

Work placements, student jobs and trainee appointments are the key to career success and often open young academics the doors to major companies. The Department of Mathematics' Career Service helps you search for a job and can help to organise interesting industry-related themes for your Bachelor's and Master's Thesis. Start planning your future career!

We are international

The internationalization in study and teaching is a core competence of our faculty. More than 60% of our students go abroad during their studies. In addition, we are attractive for international students and scientists - not least because the lessons in the Master take place with us in English.

Whether you are a TUM-Student looking to study or do a work placement abroad or an international student wanting to study at our department, we are here to inform and advise you!

Our PreDoc-Program

Thinking about a PhD already? Particularly talented mathematics students at the TUM can start working on their PhD during their Master's course. The advantages: early insights into research, financial support through a scholarship, intensive thematic support and advice through you own personal mentor. Find out more about being a PreDoc.