Master Program Technical Mathematics
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Master Program Technical Mathematics
Study number : UE 066 394 - Master program Technical Mathematics
Study duration : 4 semester
Extent : 120 ECTS
Language : Per default German, but English if needed
Degree : Diplom-Ingenieur_in (Dipl.-Ing.)\ International comparable to Master of Science (MSc)
Curriculum : Lectures Technical Mathematics
[Curriculum Technical Mathematics (in German)](https://www.tuwien.at/fileadmin/Assets/dienstleister/studienabteilung/MSc-Studienplaene_2025/Masterstudium_Technische_Mathematik_2025.pdf)
Why Technical Mathematics?
Mathematics plays a crucial role in the development of science and technology. The master program Technical Mathematics offers a wide range of opportunities to delve deeper into theoretical and application-oriented areas.
During this program, you will learn to solve complex problems and acquire a structured, analytical approach.
With the skills you acquire, you will obtain an excellent basis for a successful career in the private sector, for example in industrial research, software development, or management consulting. Graduates of Technical Mathematics are among the most sought-after young professionals due to their strengths in abstract thinking and problem solving.
The opportunity to gain a strong theoretical foundation in the areas analysis, numerical mathematics, discrete mathematics, logic, and geometry offers a wide range of opportunities to participate in current mathematical research and subsequently pursue an academic career.
What can you expect?
The flexible structure of the master program Technical Mathematics consists of a small, theory-based compulsory catalog and a wide range of options, thus providing a good opportunity to specialize according to your own interests, for example in the areas
- Analysis
- Discrete mathematics
- Geometry
- Modeling and numerical simulation
Thanks to a good teacher-student ratio, you can develop your full potential and potentially collaborate on current research topics.
Curriculum
You can find all the details about the structure and content of the program in the curriculum (PDF in German) and in the list of courses in TISS.
The curriculum Technical Mathematics is divided into three specializations:
- Applied Mathematics: Focus on modeling with differential equations and numerical simulation.
- Discrete Mathematics: Focus on analysis of algorithms, logic and advanced combinatorics.
- Analysis and Geometry: Focus on in-depth theoretical training in both areas.
Within the specializations, there is considerable freedom in the individual selection of certain compulsory subjects and a wide range of restricted electives.
A schematic representation of the curriculum is shown below.
Due to the wide range of choices available, courses do not have a recommended semester. In the first three semesters, students are usually required to complete
- Compulsory subjects worth 30-36 ECTS
- Subject specific electives worth 45-51 ECTS
- Free electives and transferable skills worth 9 ECTS
In the fourth semester, the focus is entirely on writing a master thesis.
Further Information
Admission and registration
Admission without further requirements to all four master programs is currently possible after completing one of the following bachelor's programs at TU Wien
- Technical Mathematics
- Statistics and Mathematics in Economy
- Finance and Actuarial Mathematics
Admission with other degrees is possible after individual review and, if necessary, additional examinations. Please note that the admission review may take some time. Moreover, consider the general admission deadlines:
- Winter semester: July 7 - October 31
- Summer semester: January 7 - March 31
More information on admission and registration can be found on the website admission procedure for master studies.
Possible fields of employment
Graduates of technical mathematics are highly versatile due to their analytical approach. As a result, they are among the most sought-after career starters and usually have good prospects for well-paid jobs with opportunities for advancement.
Typical jobs are in
- Industrial research and development
- Energy and environmental technology
- IT and software development
- Numerical simulation and scientific computing
- Management consulting
- Aerospace engineering
- Transportation and logistics
- Chemical industry and process engineering
- Data analysis and data science
- Artificial intelligence
Lecturers
The courses in the master program Technical Mathematics are primarily taught by lecturers from
Admission
Information on admission and registration can be found on the website admission procedure for master studies.
Questions regarding studies?
Student council
Fachschaft Technische Mathematik
Wiedner Hauptstraße 8-10\ Room DA01G2, 1st floor\ 1040 Vienna
Phone: +43 1 58801 49544\ E-Mail: strv@fsmat.at \ Website
Study service
Dean's Office of the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation
Wiedner Hauptstraße 8\ 1040 Vienna
Phone: +43 1 58801 10003\ E-Mail: dekmug@mail.tuwien.ac.at\ Website of dean's office
Dean of studies
Gernot Tragler
Ao.Univ.Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Dr.techn.
Vice dean of studies
Hans-Berndt Neuner
Univ.Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Admission
Information on admission and registration can be found on the website admission procedure for master studies.
Questions regarding studies?
Student council
Fachschaft Technische Mathematik
Wiedner Hauptstraße 8-10\ Room DA01G2, 1st floor\ 1040 Vienna
Phone: +43 1 58801 49544\ E-Mail: strv@fsmat.at \ Website
Study service
Dean's Office of the Faculty of Mathematics and Geoinformation
Wiedner Hauptstraße 8\ 1040 Vienna
Phone: +43 1 58801 10003\ E-Mail: dekmug@mail.tuwien.ac.at\ Website of dean's office
Dean of studies
Gernot Tragler
Ao.Univ.Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Dr.techn.
Vice dean of studies
Hans-Berndt Neuner
Univ.Prof. Dr.-Ing.