Master's programme Applied Mathematics and Physics
Degree: Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Entrance Requirements: special procedure (see below)
Language of Instruction: German
Duration: 3 Semester (start: Summer and Winter Semester)
THWS Location: TH Nürnberg, Schweinfurt
Diploma Supplement: yes
Semester fees: none
This master’s programme is a cooperative programme offered in Schweinfurt by the Faculty of Applied Natural Science and Humanities at the Unversity of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt and the Faculty of Applied Mathematics, Physics and General Sciences at Nuremberg Tech. Its content is based on the bachelor’s programme Industrial Mathematics at THWS and the bachelor’s programme Applied Mathematics and Physics at Nuremberg Tech, respectively.
The programme provides advanced scientific knowledge in both applied mathematics and physics with the aim of using mathematical models and simulations to illustrate questions from physics, technology and applied natural sciences. Special attention is payed to the processes of model building as well as on the analytical and numerical solution of the resulting mathematical problems.
Programme Structure
Like the two bachelor’s programmes Applied Mathematics and Physics (Nurember) and Industrial Mathematics (Schweinfurt), the master’s programme is designed to be interdisciplinary: The three-pillar model (mathematics, physics, computer science) of the bachelor’s programme Applied Mathematics and Physics and the orientation of Industrial Mathematics (mathematics, technology, computer science) is developed into a two-pillar model (mathematics, physics). Research-based learning serves as the connecting link for project work and master's thesis. The didactic guideline of “research-based learning” places a clear focus on the autonomy of the students.
Career Perspectives
For graduates, there is a wide range of job opportunities, especially in areas aimed at jobs in research and development. Many job advertisements specifically require the skills our programme teaches: Sound knowledge of mathematics, physics and computer science, as well as experience in working and programming independently. A core competence of the master’s programme lies in independent, more extensive projects and thus addresses to a large extent the needs of the labour market. More scientifically oriented students have the opportunity to do their doctorate at a German or foreign university after completing this master’s programme.
Additional Information
Application and enrolment are handled by Nuremberg Tech.
Contact person
Prof. Dr. Oliver Bletz-Siebert
Room 1.E.43
Ignaz-Schön-Str. 11
Schweinfurt
E-Mail oliver.bletz-siebert[at]thws.de
Office hours: Please see the faculty's website
TH Nürnberg:
Prof. Dr. Elke Wilczok
E-Mail elke.wilczok[at]th-nuernberg.de
Programme website at Nuremberg Tech
Link to programme page Applied Mathematics and Physics