Mathematics is not only a time-honored science, the history of which goes back more than 2500 years, but is now, more than ever, a lively and productive field of research. Mathematics is omnipresent in the modern information society. New computer chips are produced according to mathematical models. Without mathematics, complex processes in social systems and taxation systems are inconceivable. Mathematicians provide advice to companies on complex corporate decisions. The main areas of mathematics are algebra, number theory, analysis, geometry, topology, mathematical logic, algorithms, stochastics, and numerical mathematics. The mathematics course at Mainz University covers fields of pure and applied mathematics and distinguishes itself by an abundance of specialization possibilities, which guarantee a balanced mixture of practical and intellectual depth. Pure Mathematics deals with abstract structures and their relationships. Applied Mathematics makes such relationships usable in natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and economics. Students of Mathematics can also take courses in Computer Science (see subject description) or the History of Mathematics and Natural sciences. The latter is a special feature at Mainz University, which is of particular interest to students on the teacher training course.
Master entrance requirements
Proof of a B.Ed. degree for college preparatory secondary school teaching in the same subjects from a university in Rhineland-Palatinate or an equivalent final degree from a university in Germany or abroad.
Applicants having a final degree that is not equivalent to but corresponds to at least 140 credit points to the required Bachelor's examination, may be admitted to the Master's degree program on the condition that the missing study and examination qualifications are obtained at the latest by the end of the first academic year. If the student does not provide proof within the period specified, they will no longer be allowed to continue studying; their enrollment will be canceled without further notice.
It is assumed that students have sufficient active and passive knowledge of the English language to read specialist literature in English and participate in courses taught in English; this does not include submitting written course work and writing examinations in the English language. Proof is not required.
Proof of proficiency in the German language to the level of the "German Language Proficiency Examination for Admission to Higher Education for Foreign Applicants (DSH)" is required for applicants, who either did not obtain their university entrance qualification at a German institution or whose degree was not from a degree program taught in German.
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