Mathematics and Computer Science (Bachelor)

How can cars drive independently? How can we achieve that computers are better at detecting tumors on X-ray images than doctors? How can we prove that an algorithm is correct? Many modern questions require in-depth knowledge of both mathematics and computer science. Moreover, mathematics is the basis for computer science, and at the same time computer science opens up exciting fields of activity for mathematics.

Saarbrücken’s computer science department is known for its emphasis on mathematical foundations, and the mathematics department has renowned research groups that solve problems using computers. The two departments are strongly intertwined in an unconventional way. Through three bridge professorships, each of which is 50% in mathematics and 50% in computer science, ensuring a lively exchange between the two fields in research and teaching.

Subject at a glance

With the integrated bachelor’s degree program in mathematics and computer science, for the first time in Germany, the opportunity has been created to study the fundamentals of both subjects on an equal footing, in order to subsequently develop in all directions: in mathematics, in computer science – or further in a combination of these two subjects, depending on where one has identified one’s strengths.

The bachelor’s program in mathematics and computer science teaches the fundamental content of both mathematics and computer science in six semesters. On the mathematical side, this includes analysis, linear algebra, numerics and stochastics. On the computer science side, the fundamentals of programming, algorithms and data structures, and theoretical computer science are taught in particular. This knowledge allows the students to deepen their knowledge in any special field in both subjects.

The program is suitable for everyone who has an affinity for both subjects, but also for those who do not want to commit themselves unambiguously at the beginning of their studies: It is possible to change to the bachelor’s program in mathematics or computer science after two semesters without loss of time.

Career prospects

Great prospects for graduates of the Mathematics and Computer Science program arise in all traditional fields of work for mathematicians and computer scientists. Exciting fields of work and the best career opportunities are also offered in particular in research and development departments in the fields of finance, e-commerce, automotive and mechanical engineering, medicine, the pharmaceutical industry and telecommunications. Here, graduates can optimally apply their strengths in both subjects.

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Zentrale Studienberatung 
Campus Saarbrücken
Campus Center, Geb. A4 4, EG
Tel.: 0681 302-3513
studienberatung(at)uni-saarland.de

Studienfachberatung
Mathematik
Prof. Dr. Peter Ochs
Campus Saarbrücken
Gebäude E1 1, Raum 4.06
66123 Saarbrücken
Tel.: 0681 302 70 149
ochs(at)math.uni-sb.de
ochs(at)cs.uni-saarland.de

Studienkoordination
“Mathematik und Informatik”
Rami Ahmad, M.Sc.
Geb. E2 4, Raum 3.05
Tel.: 0681 302 44 45
ahmad(at)math.uni-sb.de 

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