How the fees work. EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester.
About this programme
Master in Mathematics is a master’s programme at University of Graz in Graz, taught in English. It runs for 2 years (4 semesters) and carries 120 ECTS credits. The register gives Graz as the campus town. It lists the academic degree as Diplomingenieurin / Diplomingenieur, Dipl.-Ing. University of Graz is a public university in Styria.
How it compares
Master in Mathematics is one of 10 English-taught Mathematics programmes at master’s level in the register, offered by 6 institutions. 10 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland; this programme lists EUR 1,453 a year. 10 are at a public university, where EU, EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters. The same programme title is offered at 4 institutions, so compare the content, campus and requirements before you choose.
What you will study
What you study
The master's programme in Mathematics at the University of Graz is taught in English and runs for four semesters (120 ECTS). It gives you a broad academic education in mathematics while letting you specialise in areas with practical relevance. The programme introduces you to current research topics, particularly in optimisation, modelling and simulation, supercomputing, data science, image processing, algebra and number theory. Cooperation with Graz University of Technology widens your options for specialisation.
How the programme is organised
You study full time over two years. The curriculum is available on the programme page. The NAWI Graz cooperation with Graz University of Technology opens up additional specialisation choices. There is also information about an International Module on the page. The programme is taught entirely in English.
Who it suits
This degree suits you if you are enthusiastic about both theoretical and practical aspects of mathematics, such as mathematical modelling or developing and coding algorithms. You should be motivated to grapple with mathematics at an academic level. You need a completed first degree in a relevant subject area to be admitted.
Admission, language and next steps
Anyone who is not a graduate of the subject-relevant bachelor's programme at the University of Graz has to apply for admission to the master's programme. Applications go directly to the institution, and the University of Graz admissions page gives the application period and deadlines. The teaching language is English. As a public university, EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters; other students pay a fee per semester. After the master's, you can continue to the Doctoral Programme of Natural Sciences.
What the register says
In the master’s programme the students will be introduced to current research topics in mathematics, particularly in the fields of optimisation, modelling and simulation, supercomputing, data science, image processing, algebra and number theory. The cooperation with Graz University of Technology will also offer the students a wide range of options for specialisation. You need to have completed a subject-relevant first degree.
Text as the Austrian national register publishes it. Some entries are in German. For the current content and structure, use the official programme page.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Industry and engineering
- Finance and insurance
- Medicine
- Computer-based processes in the natural sciences, engineering and business
- Communication technologies
- Modelling in business or administration
- Data security
Before you apply
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here University of Graz. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entrance examination, as the register states it: No. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). Fees are in euros as the register lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and dates with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Mathematics taught in English?
Yes. The register’s study finder lists English as the language of instruction at University of Graz. Confirm the language of the examinations and the thesis with the institution.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years (4 semesters) of study and 120 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Graz as the campus town for this programme at University of Graz.
How do I apply?
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here University of Graz. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page.
Is there an entrance examination?
The register gives: No. Details of any admission or aptitude procedure are on the programme page at University of Graz.
What does it cost?
EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester. Fees are in euros as the register lists them; confirm the amount for your intake with University of Graz.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). The OeAD, the Austrian agency for international education, publishes the official information for international students at studyinaustria.at. The programme page at University of Graz is linked from this page so you can compare.
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