What is it all about?

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!

Program structure

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.

Stays abroad

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.

We recommend that you only complete a stay abroad in the later stages of your bachelor's degree or during the master's degree program.

Bachelor's thesis

At the end of your bachelor's degree, you will complete your bachelor's thesis, a 12 CP scientific paper in the field of mathematics that allows you to deepen your knowledge and skills. It requires independent research, analysis and the preparation of a written paper. The processing time is up to six months.

Additional information

In addition to the module handbook, our booklet about the study program is a useful source of information. It also covers topics such as application procedure, starting your studies and career prospects.

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.

Characteristic features of Mathematics B.Sc. at KIT

• 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
  

What KIT has to offer

• central campus close to the city forest and right next to the city center
  
• 24-hour library offering single and group working places
  
• wide range of inexpensive catering options (dining hall, cafeteria, Koeri and Pizzawerk)
  
• numerous interdisciplinary offers for personal and professional development, e.g. Lernlabor, Schreiblabor and Perspektivenlabor
  
• study abroad, e.g. via Erasmus
  
• excellent university sports facilities with a large selection of sports
  
• comprehensive cultural offerings with university orchestras, choirs and theater groups
  
• extensive support for career entry and self-employment
  
• internationally oriented degree programs and diverse exchange programs
  
• modern laboratories and practical teaching methods
  
• Lernraum app
  
• diverse student initiatives, clubs and opportunities to actively participate in campus life
  
• stay in touch after graduation via the alumni network
  

Higher education entrance qualification (HZB)

Germans and persons of equal status to Germans (i.e. EU/EEA nationals and non-EU/EEA nationals with a German higher education entrance qualification) are entitled to study at KIT if they have one of the following qualifications:

1. General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur)
2. (relevant) subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification (not Fachhochschulreife)
3. Delta examination of the University of Mannheim (for holders of a Fachhochschulreife)
4. recognized advanced vocational training (e.g. master craftsperson) or vocational training, professional experience and aptitude test for those with professional qualifications

For further options, see §58 of the "Landeshochschulgesetz" (State Higher Education Act).

Please note: German nationals with a foreign school-leaving qualification must have the relevant "Regierungspräsidium" (regional authority) certify that their qualification is equivalent to the German Abitur.

For non-EU/EEA nationals with a foreign school-leaving certificate (hereinafter also referred to simply as non-EU/EEA nationals), the school-leaving certificate from some countries is recognized as a direct university entrance qualification in Germany. In many cases, however, in addition to the school-leaving certificate, a university entrance examination and/or a successful year of study in the home country and/or the "Feststellungsprüfung" must be proven with valid documents in order to be allowed to study a bachelor's degree in Germany. You can find the country-specific regulations in the DAAD admissions database or on the Anabin website (in German only) of the "Zentralstelle für ausländisches Bildungswesen" (Central Office for Foreign Education). Further information is available from the International Students Office.

Language requirements and certificates

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).

Proof of sufficient German language skills

Your higher education entrance qualification (HZB) is sufficient proof of your German language skills,

• if you obtained it at a German-speaking school in Germany or abroad,

• if you are a graduate of a bilingual secondary school in Germany or abroad and have passed a bilingual German examination, such as the AbiBac or the Gemischtsprachiges International Baccalaureat (GIB) or

• if you graduated from a foreign school, but there is another official agreement with the respective country on the recognition of your school-leaving certificate or language certificate as proof of language proficiency for university studies in Germany.

A complete list of foreign school-leaving qualifications and language certificates that are recognized as proof of sufficient German language skills can be found on the website of the Kultusministerkonferenz (Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Länder in the Federal Republic of Germany).

If you did not obtain your higher education entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution, you must provide a separate language certificate - regardless of your nationality. Only the following are accepted

• the passed „Prüfungsteil Deutsch“ of the Feststellungsprüfung,
• the passed DSH with the overall result DSH-2,
• the passed TestDaF level 4 in all four parts of the exam (reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression, oral expression) or
• a comparable, recognized certificate of sufficient German language skills.

To find out which other recognized certificates can be accepted as comparable by KIT, please contact

• as a German or German-equivalent applicant: Studierendenservice
• as an applicant with non-EU citizenship: International Students Office

Please note:
Language certificates are extremely important application documents that can prevent your enrollment if you do not submit them on time. Therefore, check early on in the application process whether you have the necessary language certificates for your degree program and, if necessary, plan to take one of the language tests mentioned above. The deadline by which you must submit language certificates corresponds to the enrollment deadline stated in your admission offer. In justified cases, you can apply for an extension of this deadline. The extension can be granted until the start of the lecture period at the latest.

Additional necessary requirements for enrollment

For Germans and those with German equivalent status, an additional necessary requirement for enrollment is proof of participation in a study orientation test (e.g. www.was-studiere-ich.de) or a study orientation consultation in accordance with §7 of the "Landeshochschulgesetz" (State Higher Education Act), e.g. by the Student Advisory Service (ZSB) of KIT. Non-EU/EEA nationals do not have to provide this proof.

• all year round Information events of the Student Advisory Service (ZSB) on your desired degree programs, application and admission as well as starting your studies
  
• Try out KIT - clarify your interests and support your study decision by taking advantage of the diverse summer offers or participating in taster lectures.
  
• Campus Day: experience the campus live (together with your family) in spring and make your first personal contacts with the departments and their students
  
• Studieninformationtag: visit KIT on the state-wide study information day in November and experience the lecture hall feeling for the first time
  
• topMINT: you don't know yet what you want to study and need to bridge the summer? Take advantage of our orientation semester before you start your studies.
  
• Use our central online portal studienstart.kit.edu with all the important information and services you need to prepare for your studies and your first semester at KIT. Be it preparatory courses, study-related courses or mentoring programs.
  
• Orientation phase before the start of lectures - from students for students to get to know KIT, your fellow students and your student council. You will receive specific information on this when you enrol.
  
• You will be welcomed by KIT with a colorful supporting program at the welcome event for first semester students. You will receive the invitation after your enrollment.
  

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