Mathematics (Bachelor of Arts, B.A.)
A degree in mathematics provides a solid foundation in key areas of pure and applied mathematics. It fosters analytical thinking, logical precision, and creative problem-solving – ideal for research, business, and engineering.
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At a glance
Course structure and content
The programme provides you with fundamental knowledge in key mathematical areas such as algebra, analysis, and geometry. During your studies, you will acquire the foundation for sound and practical mathematical knowledge, as well as the ability to think and work scientifically. You will become familiar with methods of thinking and working typical of mathematics, which can be profitably applied in many other scientific fields and professional areas, thus rounding out your skill set.
During your studies, you will further develop skills such as abstract reasoning, precise work techniques and expression, creativity, independent work with specialist literature, and communication and collaboration skills.
Mandatory Modules (50 CP)
| Module | Title | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | Elements of Arithmetic and Algebra | 10 CP |
| Module 2 | Elementary Geometry | 10 CP |
| Module 3 | Linear Algebra and Analytic Geometry I | 10 CP |
| Module 5 | Analysis I | 10 CP |
| Module 6 | Analysis II | 10 CP |
Mandatory Elective Modules (10 CP)
Choose a total of 2 modules, at least one of which must be 4, WP1, WP2 or WP5:
| Module | Title | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Module 4 | Linear Algebra and Analytic Geometry II | 5 CP |
| Module WP1 | Selected Topics in Algebra | 5 CP |
| Module WP2 | Selected Chapters of Geometry | 5 CP |
| Module WP3 | Selected Topics in Scientific Computing | 5 CP |
| Module WP4 | Seminar on an Advanced Topic in Mathematics | 5 CP |
| Module WP5 | Function Theory | 5 CP |
Special features
The Department of Mathematics at Humboldt-Universit?t zu Berlin enjoys a high national and international reputation and offers a top-quality mathematics programme.
The Department of Mathematics boasts a wide range of professorships, which are involved in numerous collaborative research and teaching projects with other Berlin universities: within the DFG Research Center MATHEON, the Collaborative Research Center "Space, Time, Matter" ("Raum, Zeit, Materie"), the Berlin Mathematical School, and many others.
This translates into a broad selection of courses for you, even at the bachelor's level, and the opportunity to specialize in many areas of mathematics. An active student council provides support to its fellow students, especially at the start of their studies, amongst others, with a mathematics WarmUP-week.
If you are passionate about mathematics and have achieved above-average grades in this subject at school, you have excellent qualifications for university studies.
The ability and willingness to organize yourself well and engage with specialist literature are also important and very helpful for any university degree.
Subject-specific admission and enrolment rules
Career opportunities & prospects
With this degree, you can apply for the Master's programme in Statistics at Humboldt-Universit?t. In the field of mathematics, a Master's programme in Mathematics is also offered, but this requires additional entry qualifications that are not fully covered by the standard modules of the combined Bachelor's degree programme in Mathematics as a minor field of study.
Find out more in the course catalogue or via the database Hochschulkompass nationwide.
Mathematical approaches and ways of working can be found today in many areas of knowledge, e.g. in the natural sciences and technology, as well as in the banking and insurance sectors. Mathematics graduates are ideally qualified for jobs that require the ability to solve problems, i.e. for a broad spectrum of professions in research, business and administration.
More information on career prospects and alternatives can be found in the Berufenet database.
Course Advisory Service
Prof. Dr. Andreas Filler
Recognition of credits
Prüfungsausschuss, Fr. Prof. Schüth, Tel. 030/2093 5864, pruefaus@math.hu-berlin.de
Contact information for the institute
Department of Mathematics
Johann von Neumann-Haus, Institutsgeb?ude, Rudower Chaussee 25, 12489 Berlin