Master’s degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics (M.Sc.)
Facts and figures
Degree programme:
Applied Mathematics and Physics
Degree:
Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Admission:
No admission restrictions
Proof of programme-specific aptitude
THWS location:
TH Nürnberg
Schweinfurt, Campus Ignaz Schön
Faculty:
Applied Natural Sciences and Humanities
Duration:
3 semesters standard time to degree
Language:
German
Semester fees:
None (student services fee only (Studierendenwerksbeitrag); approx. EUR 150)
Start of studies:
Summer and Winter Semester
(15 March and 1 October)
Application period:
Contact
Contact personProfessor Dr. Markus Bier
markus.bier[at]thws.de
TH Nürnberg:
Professor Dr. Elke Wilczok
elke.wilczok[at]th-nuernberg.de
Academic Advisory Service
studienberatung@thws.de
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Degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics
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Master’s degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics (M.Sc.)
Shaping the world of tomorrow with mathematics
Mathematics is the key to innovation in technology, science, and business. The master's degree programme in Applied Mathematics and Physics is a cooperative degree programme offered by THWS and TH Nürnberg. It provides you with the opportunity to use mathematical models specifically for industrial and scientific problems. Practical research projects, interdisciplinary applications, and modern simulation methods take centre stage. Use your mathematical skills to solve complex problems and help shape the technologies of tomorrow.
Reasons to study Applied Mathematics and Physics at THWS and TH Nürnberg
Taking a master's degree programme at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and prepare for demanding tasks in our dynamic world. Our degree programmes combine advanced theoretical knowledge with practice-oriented application and specialised research. We promote interdisciplinary thinking and offer you comprehensive education strengthening your analytical skills and innovative spirit. Thanks to the access to state-of-the-art technologies and the close cooperation with practice partners, you will be optimally prepared for leadership positions and specialist roles.
Advantages of the degree programme:
- Degree programme offered by THWS and TH Nürnberg
- Research-oriented degree programme with practical projects and specialisations
- Interdisciplinary approach focussing on mathematics, physics, and computer science
- Diverse specialisations - from artificial intelligence to quantum computing
- Collaboration in scientific project teams right from the 1st semester
- Use of mathematical models and simulations to solve complex problems
- Cooperative programme with TH Nuremberg for more flexibility and interdisciplinary options
- Individualised studies through research-based learning and practice-oriented master's thesis
- Excellent career prospects in IT, finance, research, and industry
Three good reasons
Research-oriented degree programme: work in interdisciplinary project teams and develop practical mathematical models for real-life applications
Innovative specialisations: Choose from pioneering specialisations such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, or medical physics
Excellent career perspectives: Develop sought-after specialist skills for jobs in industry, the financial sector, or research
Study contents
The three-semester master's degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics at THWS and TH Nürnberg combines mathematics and physics with practical projects under the motto "research-based learning". In the first two semesters, you will deepen your specialist knowledge and work in interdisciplinary project teams. The third semester is dedicated to the master's thesis, in which you work on a scientific question. The modules are offered as lectures, practical courses, and practice projects.
Programme structure
Degree programme offered by THWS and TH Nürnberg
The master's degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics is offered by THWS in cooperation with TH Nürnberg. Thanks to the cooperation between the two universities, you have a larger number of subjects and individual specialisations to choose from.
Foundation phase (1st and 2nd semester)
In the first two semesters, you will deepen your knowledge of mathematics and physics and expand your skills in scientific work. In addition to theoretical lectures and seminars, practical application plays a central role: in interdisciplinary projects, you will work with mathematical models and simulations to solve complex problems from research and industry. The close integration of theory and practice prepares you optimally for demanding professional challenges.
Final phase (3rd semester)
In the 3rd semester, you will work independently on a scientific issue in your master's thesis. The work is often carried out in cooperation with companies or research institutions and enables you to apply your theoretical knowledge to practical problems. The focus is on research-based learning, mathematical modelling, and innovative solutions. The master's thesis demonstrates your ability to apply mathematical concepts to solve complex challenges and to present your results in a scientifically sound manner.
Specialisations
The master's degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics offers you the opportunity to customise your studies. By specialising, you will expand your knowledge in future-oriented areas. The interdisciplinary focus enables you to apply mathematical models in a practice-oriented way and to specialise specifically for your future career.
You can choose from these specialisations
- Artificial intelligence
- Data science
- Quantum computing
- Photonics
- Medical physics
- Biomechanics
- Renewable energies
What makes studies at THWS and TH Nuernberg so practice-oriented?
- Exercise courses and practice projects
- Getting to know and applying new technologies
- Professors with a solid background in industry and economy
- Cooperation with companies and industry partners, regionally and internationally
- Opportunity of writing your final thesis in cooperation with a company
Career and perspectives
As a mathematician, you play a central role in science, industry, and technology. You develop models, analyse complex data, and create solutions for technical, economic, and scientific issues. Whether in AI development, finance, or medical technology - your efforts help to design innovative processes and enable well-founded decisions. You thus make an important contribution to technological development and to solving social challenges.
The professional fields are diverse:
- IT & software development
- Finance & insurance
- Research & higher education teaching
- Public sector and consulting
- Medical technology & biomechanics
- Energy & environment
- Aerospace technology
- Automotive & mechanical engineering
Is Applied Mathematics and Physics the right degree programme for you?
The master's degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics is the ideal choice for you if you are an analytical thinker, are able to grasp complex connections, and want to apply mathematical models to solve real-world issues. It is aimed at graduates from mathematical, scientific, or technical degree programmes who want to deepen their knowledge and apply it in practice. The programme is particularly suitable for you if you enjoy working independently, are interested in interdisciplinary issues, and would like to use mathematical methods in a targeted manner in research or industry.
Admission requirements
In order to study Applied Mathematics and Physics, you must hold a relevant bachelor's degree or a comparable degree. Proof of aptitude for the specific degree programme is also required. Applications must be submitted via the application portal of TH Nürnberg.
For more detailed information on the admission requirements of this master's degree programme, please see the website of the faculty in charge. Specific requirements are also indicated in the programme's Study and Examination Regulations.
Please also see the language entrance requirements.
Interests and abilities
- Enthusiasm for mathematics, physics, and technology
- Ability to apply abstract concepts to real-world problems
- Interest in the development and application of mathematical models in technology, natural sciences, and computer science
- Analytical thinking and a structured approach to solving complex problems
- Joy in interdisciplinary collaboration, especially at the interface of mathematics, physics, and computer science
- Interest in modern technologies such as AI, simulation, or quantum computing
- Ability to present mathematical relationships precisely and apply them in scientific projects
- Ability to tackle projects and the master's thesis in an independent and research-oriented way
- Commitment to lifelong learning and learning new methods of applied mathematics
Application
You have already completed study achievements and thus want to apply for a higher semester? Contact our Department of Student Affairs.
Do you have unanswered questions?
You can contact the programme advisor, i.e. a professor of the field of study you are interested in and can ask them your questions.
During the THWS Taster Sessions, you can attend a variety of lectures in the degree programme of your choice and get valuable first impressions of life on campus.
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