Faculty of Mathematics

The Faculty of Mathematics at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg provides a rigorous foundation in modern mathematics, offering Bachelor and Master programmes with specialisations in pure and applied mathematics and strong links to engineering, economics and computing.

The Faculty of Mathematics at the Otto‑von‑Guericke‑Universität Magdeburg (OVGU) combines strong research and teaching in mathematics and its applications. Located in Magdeburg, Germany, the faculty positions mathematics as the indispensable basis for science, engineering, economy and administration.

Key aspects

• Mathematics as a foundational discipline: It underpins nearly all fields of science, technology, business and public administration.
• Modern teaching and methods: Students learn mathematical ideas and methods as well as how to apply them, often using state-of-the-art computing technologies.
• Interdisciplinary orientation: With programmes that combine mathematics with technology, computing, economics or engineering, the faculty offers versatile specialisations such as Computermathematics, Technomathematics or Business Mathematics.
• Research strength and international cooperation: The faculty hosts four institutes — Algebra & Geometry, Analysis & Numerics, Mathematical Optimisation, Stochastics — and collaborates widely both nationally and internationally.

Study programmes

At OVGU’s Faculty of Mathematics you can begin a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Mathematics (regular duration 6 semesters, study start in the winter semester) with choice of direction (Mathematics, Computermathematics, Technomathematics, Business Mathematics). The degree is offered in German.

Graduates enter a wide range of career fields — from research & development in technical and economic sectors, to banking, consulting, software development and pharmaceutical industries.

Why study here?

The Faculty of Mathematics at OVGU emphasises both rigorous foundations and real-world relevance. Students are prepared to tackle advanced mathematical challenges and apply them in diverse fields. With good resources, international links and a dynamic environment, the faculty offers an attractive option for students seeking a mathematics-based education in Germany.

Location & context

Located at Universitätsplatz 2, 39106 Magdeburg, Germany, the faculty is part of a modern university geared towards technology, natural sciences and engineering while maintaining a broad spectrum of disciplines.