Overview

Applied Mathematics is the key to the solution of a wide variety of real-world problems, ranging from engineering to business and economics, by combining in-depth analytical thinking, mathematical modelling skills and high-level programming abilities.

As a university of applied sciences, THWS - Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt emphasizes practical experience in its study programmes. Besides choosing between two possible fields of specialization (business or engineering), the degree programme includes an internship at a company during the sixth semester which is frequently followed by an in-house bachelor’s thesis.

Contents of the Programme

The Applied Mathematics program is based on a core mathematics curriculum supplemented by computer science courses and application-specific electives.

Mathematics: Following the foundations in calculus and linear algebra, the curriculum includes the core areas of applied mathematics like numerical mathematics, optimization, differential equations, probability theory and statistics.
Computer Science: The computer science focus is placed on hands-on programming skills in several programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Python), knowledge of database systems and implementation of algorithms in mathematical software like Matlab and R.
As fields of specialization you can choose between
Business: Contains economic sciences, accounting, international trade law, business processes, process and quality assurance, data science.
Engineering: Contains physics including laboratory work, technical mechanics, fundamentals of electrical engineering.

Depending on your personal preferences, it is possible to choose form a variety of different electives (like e.g. Machine Learning, Business Intelligence or Image Processing).

Career Perspectives

Applied mathematicians are trained

to recognize common patterns in a wide variety of application scenarios,
to choose and develop suitable mathematical models and solutions and
to implement them in practice.

The profile of the degree prorgamme offers outstanding career perspectives, e.g., in industry or engineering firms, with telecommunication and transport companies, with energy providers, or in the banking and insurance business.

Depending on your choice of specialization and electives, the employment opportunities range from traditional engineering vacancies over the position as a data scientist to careers in auditing and consulting.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business

Calculus

Economic Sciences

Computer Science

Data Science

Business Processes

Stochastic Processes

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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83

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Credits

210 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Würzburg, Germany

Disciplines

Applied Mathematics View 3 other Bachelors in Applied Mathematics in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be able to study in Germany, you must have a university entrance qualification. For applicants with a German school-leaving qualification, these are the general university entrance qualification, subject-specific university entrance qualification, advanced technical college certificate, or general/subject-specific qualification for working professionals
The proof of the required language level of the language of instruction must be submitted by the time of enrolment at the latest

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Würzburg

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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