Mathematical Physics

Subjects: Mathematical;Physics

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

Mathematics and physics are deeply intertwined. Mathematics offers tools to tackle various physics problems. Conversely, advanced physical theories like quantum mechanics and string theory drive the creation of new mathematical concepts. This international program in mathematical physics bridges both fields, letting students enhance their math skills and collaborate in research teams. Participants can choose to concentrate on either math or physics. The program, taught in English, is a joint effort by the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Physics.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

You have passed a test within CEFR/TELC at level B2 (b) You have passed the IELTS test with a score of at least 5.0 (c) You have passed the TOEFL test with 72 credits in the internetbased-test (TOEFL iBT) (d) You have passed Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE), of Proficiency in English (CPE), Higher Business English Certificate (BEC), First Certificate in English (FCE) (e) You have a degree from a Bachelor degree program taught in english language (f) You have a high school diploma accepted at English language universities (g) You have spent at least 6 months in an English speaking country (h) You have participated in English classes at a German-speaking school for at least seven years.

Qualification Requirements

BA in physics or mathematics or equivalent sound knowledge of mathematics and physics proficiency in English

Document Requirements

Degree certificate or provisional Transcript of Records If you are still studying when you apply and cannot yet provide a final certificate containing your grades, please submit your current Transcript of Records confirming your provisional grade point average. You will then need to submit your degree certificate by the end of the first semester of your master’s program. The content of this degree must be comparable to the Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics (with Physics as subsidiary subject) or Physics from the University of Hamburg. Please have a look at the Scientific Prerequisites on our website: https://www.math.unihamburg.de/en/studium/master/msc-mathematicalphysics/bewerbung.html • Current Transcript of Records with proof of the conversion of your final grade or your current grade average into the German grading system If you do not have proof for this, we recommend that you provide your current overall grade, as well as the highest and lowest grades that are considered passing grades at your university. You can also request this conversion at www.uni-assist.de if necessary. Grade conversions from the Zentralstelle für ausländisches Bildungswesen (Central Office for Foreign Education), the Zeugnisanerkennungsstellen (Certificate Recognition Offices) of the German federal states and APS certificates from the Akademische Prüfstellen (Academic Examination Offices) of China, Vietnam and Mongolia can also be submitted. • self-written list of your modules in “Mathematics for students of Physics” or equal and their credit points • self-written list of your completed modules in Advanced Mathematics and their credit points • self-written list of your completed modules in Theoretical Physics (in particular in Quantum Mechanics) and their credit points • Curriculum vitae • Short letter of motivation (about one page): What do you like about mathematics? What interests you most? What are you hoping to achieve in your course? • Proof of knowledge of the English language (see Admission Requirements)