Mathematics - Bachelor of Science

With the increasing digitalization of our society, there is a growing need for mathematics. Mathematical models and methods can be used to investigate social and societal challenges and develop solutions.

Standard period of study:
6 semesters
Language of instruction:
German, partly English
Admission:
admission-free
Start of studies:
winter semester
Degree:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Five students stand on a sunny day in front of the entrance to a brick building with yellow windows, which bears the building number 69. This is the university's mathematics building. All five are holding work equipment.
© Jens Raddatz

With the increasing digitalization of our society, there is a growing need for mathematics. Mathematical models and methods can be used to investigate social and societal challenges and develop solutions.

The Institute of Mathematics is characterized by intensive and individual support. Strong research groups in algebra/discrete mathematics, applied analysis, geometry/topology and stochastics offer students attractive opportunities to specialize in an area of mathematics in the second half of their studies. In addition to traditional application subjects, such as Business Administration, Computer Science, Physics or Economics, you can also study Applied Systems Science, Geoinformatics or Cognitive Science as an additional subject.

Mathematicians are employed in many areas of science, technology and business and have excellent job opportunities both now and in the future. A wide range of activities is open to them, as they can be employed in many areas due to their methodical qualifications. Their training offers ideal conditions for a challenging and crisis-proof job, for example in banks, public authorities, companies in the information/communication sector, management consultancies and insurance companies.

Regulations

Every degree has sets of regulations which govern access, admissions, examinations and the structure of the program. More concrete information on the structure of the program is provided here:

Study Program Plans

Study program plans are an example of how the degree program may be structured.

Sem.          
1

Fundamentals of Algebra
(Bachelor) - 18 CP

Fundamentals of Analysis
(Bachelor) - 18 CP

Introduction to Algorithms and
Data Structures - 9 CP
Application subject - 30 CP
One of the subjects:
  • Cognitive Science
  • Geoinformatics
  • Computer Science
  • Physics
  • Systems Science
  • Business Administration and Economics
  • further subjects possible on request
2 Compulsory elective area
Computer Science - 9 CP
3 Compulsory elective area 1
Mathematics - 9 CP
Probability
theory - 9 CP
Seminar Mathematics
(Bachelor) - 3 CP
4 Compulsory elective area 1
Mathematics - 9 CP
Numerical
Mathematics - 9 CP
Professional skills development
area - 6 CP
(subject-specific key skills)

Internship or
Study project - 9 CP

 
5

Compulsory elective area
1 or 2 - Mathematics - 27 CP

  Seminar Mathematics II
(Bachelor) - 3 CP
 
6 Bachelor thesis - 12 CP      

Color codes

Mathematics - 87 CP Compulsory elective area
Mathematics - 45 CP
Computer Science - 9 CP Compulsory elective
Computer Science - 9 CP
Application subject - 30 CP

 

General information about university admissions may be accessed at  Admission Requirements. The German Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) entitles students to commence a first degree qualification at Osnabrück University. The term “first degree qualification” refers to a period of study that culminates in a student’s first professionally-relevant university degree (Bachelor’s degree or First Legal State Examination). Information about the conditions that apply for people seeking to embark on an undergraduate degree without the higher education entrance qualification may be found at  Studying without an Abitur.

Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of  German Language Proficiency.

This program is not subject to admission restrictions.

All information pertaining to the application process may be found at  Application, Admission and Enrollment.

German and international applicants with German certification can enroll directly for this subject that does not have admission restrictions. You can find all information on enrollment and the enrollment deadline for the desired semester under  Bachelor's degree programs (one subject) - open admission.

Please note: different application conditions and deadlines may apply for  Applicants with Non-German Certification!

The examination regulations do not prescribe an obligatory period of study abroad. However, a number of  Options for Studying Abroad are available to you within a range of exchange programs. The  International Office will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Studying at Osnabrück University means you will be subject to semester fees. Depending on how much of your study credit (standard period of study plus tolerance semester) you have used up, you may also have to pay long-term study fees. Additional information on this topic may be found at  How Much does Studying Cost?

Our  Central Study Counseling Service will be happy to provide you with all the information you need about studying, admission requirements and the structure of your chosen program.

Each department’s  Departmental Study Counselling Service will answer any questions you might have about the content of individual programs.

If you are interested in a Master's degree course at Osnabrück University, please take note of its  regulations on access, in which the respective admission requirements are regulated.

In addition to the consecutive degree programs listed below, it may be worth considering other Master's degree programs and checking whether you can be admitted. You will usually receive appropriate advice from the departmental study counseling service or the course coordinators.

This degree program has been accredited by the   German Accreditation Council.