Bachelor's degree programme in Applied Mathematics

with a focus on Technology or Economics

From WS 2023/2024 as successor of the bachelor's degree programme Industrial Mathematics

Place of study: Schweinfurt

 

This study programme is being offered in German and English. The pages for the English programme can be found here.

Interview with Stefan Volz, studying in the Bachelor’s programme in Industrial Mathematics

Flyer/leaflet of the Bachelor's degree programme in Industrial Mathematics

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Study contents

The study programme includes the areas

  • Mathematical basics and specialisation, computer science, physics, technologies
  • Practical work (mathematical software, simulation)
  • Practical phase within a company
  • English language skills and soft skills to support career perspectives


Individual opportunities to study or complete an internship abroad
Depending on personal preference, students can place their individual focus by electives (Simulation in Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, IT, ...)
More about the study contents ...

Mathematics

In addition to the fundamental modules like analysis and linear algebra, we focus on the core areas of applied mathematics. In the course of studies, we shift our focus towards modern methods from data science and machine learning as well as computer simulation. Transitions towards computer science and application are fluid.

Computer science

The computer science focus is placed on programming skills in several programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python), knowledge of databases and implementation of algorithms and applications (hands-on programming).

Focus area Technology

For the focus area Technology (previously degree programme Industrial Mathematics), modules from physics and engineering sciences (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics) complement the curriculum.

Focus area Economics

Students of the focus area Economics develop traditional business management skills (company management, accounting, business law) which are complemented by analytical modules like process modelling and quality assurance.

Graduate testimonials

"Now, a few years into my career, I can often attribute my own professional successes to the skills I developed during my studies. Therefore, I would say that we industrial mathematicians are well prepared for the current job market and especially for the future.” — Michael Schäfer, Graduate in Industrial Mathematics working at Preh in Bad Neustadt

"The Studies of Industrial Mathematics provide you with various analytical skills and lots of opportunities to solve problems. And that is exactly what many companies are looking for.” — Bernd Weidenbach, Graduate in Industrial Mathematics working at Fleetboard Logistics, Volkach

"I have decided to study in Schweinfurt because it is the only place where I can study Industrial Mathematics at a university of applied sciences, and because the Schweinfurt area is home to many companies of various industries which could become prospective employers.” — Elena Gessner, Graduate in Industrial Mathematics working at Hofer in Würzburg

"My fascination for mathematics and complex problems played an important role in my decision to study Industrial Mathematics. Mathematicians are in demand in all areas of the economy." - Joshua Simon, graduate in Industrial Mathematics, Bavarian State Office for Statistics, Schweinfurt

By the way: In a survey conducted in 2019, 96% of our students stated that they would choose again to study Industrial Mathematics at FHWS in Schweinfurt.

Opinions of external experts (professors, industry representatives, and students) in accordance with the programme’s 2019 accreditation report

  • "It is very well supervised, and students appreciate the programme. The faculty is well-equipped with hardware and laboratories."
  • "According to the expert group, the programme is very accessible and well-planned. This was also confirmed in conversations with students."
  • "There are enough staff members which are also supported by FHWS. The fact that lecturers are involved in this degree programme and also in service teaching creates useful links. Different lecturers can thus contribute alternatingly to individual courses which ensures and enhances quality."
  • "Both lecturers and students appreciate the personal atmosphere."

Career perspectives

Applied mathematicians are trained to recognise common patterns in utmost diverse application situations, to choose or develop suitable mathematical models and solutions and to implement them in practice. The educational profile offers outstanding career perspectives, e.g., in the industry, in engineering firms, with telecommunication and transport companies, with energy suppliers, or with banks and insurances.

Depending on the choice of focus area and electives, the potential professional profiles vary from traditional engineering jobs to the new job of data scientist to careers in auditing and consulting.

For more information on the career perspectives, please see:

 

 

Consecutive master's

Obtaining the degree (Bachelor of Science, B.Sc.) qualifies you to take up consecutive master's studies in related areas at universities (of applied sciences). The admission requirements of the individual higher education institution apply. At the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt, you can continue your studies with the master's degree programme Applied Mathematics and Physics (in cooperation with Nuremberg Tech) and the English-taught master's degree programme Artificial Intelligence.

Reasons for Industrial Mathematics in Schweinfurt

Some of the numerous reasons to study Industrial Mathematics in Schweinfurt:

Admission, start of studies, application

Apply now! Applications are possible from 1 May to 31 August via the FHWS online application portal!