Overview

About the program

Research in the Faculty of Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz focuses on :

The main areas of mathematics are algebra, number theory, analysis, geometry, topology, mathematical logic, algorithms, stochastics, and numerical mathematics.
The field of computer science is dedicated to the development and the operation of IT systems, including daily applications such as flight reservations, account management, stock management and logistics, email, search engines, social networks, as well as automotive engine management, or computerized tomography in the medical field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics
Didactics of Physics
Meteorology
Mathematics
Didactics of Mathematics
History of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Computer Science
Didactics of Computer Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mainz, Germany

Disciplines

Mathematics Computer Sciences View 11 other PhDs in 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Before registering, you have to agree on the dissertation topic with your supervisor. The thesis and the name of the supervisor must be stated at registration.
You will need your officially certified certificates/diplomas, as stated on the certificate of recognition.

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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

Additional Details

no tuition fees, only a semester fee: 357,46 EUR.

Living costs

Mainz

Germany

710 - 1230 EUR / month

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