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MScRestricted admission
Master
Business Mathematics
Winter: May 31, 2026Summer: Jan 15, 2027
Language
Bilingual
EURTuition
Free (305.5 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Business Mathematics
Course description will be available soon. Please contact the university for more details.
Fields of study
Economics(Business & Economics)
Mathematics(Mathematics & Statistics)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Business Mathematics at Friedrich Schiller University (University of Jena)
English language
IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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Academic requirements
Completed Bachelor's degree
no
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Minimum ECTS credits
180
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MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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Tests and documents
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
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A motivation letter should not exceed the size of two DIN A4-pages and normally, it should contain information on your motivation for taking up this course of studies. You should elaborate on the following essential questions:
Why do you desire taking up this specific course of studies?
What are - in your opinion - the main features that this course of studies excels in?
Which features of this course have inspired your application?
Why Jena?
Your CV should have a tabular form, containing key information on your school record and academic career.
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APS verification
APS certificate
Required for Application
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Prerequisites
For this master's programme you need a subject-specific undergraduate degree (minimum 6 semesters/180 ECTS-Credits) or an equivalent degree. Candidates (in particular those having a degree in pure mathematics) must prove sufficient knowledge in economics of at least 30 credits (ECTS). The bachelor's degree must contain 100 credits (ECTS) in Mathematics and the overall grade (CGPA) must be GOOD or better (German and US systems: 2.5).
In addition to that, admission will depend on a successfully passed colloquium of up to 45 minutes duration.
Knowledge in a higher programming language is recommended.
Proof of proficiency in English at level B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages/CEFR), e.g.
Certificate Level B2 according to CEFRIELTS: 5.5+TOEFL: 72+ (IBT)Proof of English as medium of instruction during the undergraduate programme.
German Language-Please note: We strongly recommend that you provide the required German language proof at the time of applying.
You have not yet taken the DSH exam, the TestDaF or another equivalent exam (see above) or have not yet received the test result? Then please do the following:
Upload a certificate attesting your German language skills at min. level B2 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) ANDupload a confirmation that you have registered for a language exam (e.g. DSH examination, TestDaF or an equivalent examination) to your online application. Please make sure to register for the test well in advance. In case you receive an admission offer, you must provide the language certificate by the time of enrolment (by the end of March resp. the end of September)
A proof of German language proficiency at level DSH-2 is not mandatory for the two following specializations (taught in English):
Innovation and Change
Economics and Strategy
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Business Mathematics
Programme-specific documents
Motivation letter
Curriculum vitae including complete contact information, educational background, and professional experience
Pre-university education:
Your secondary school certificate (e.g. baccalauréat, high school diploma, intermediate, HSC, lisesi diplomasi, WASSC, etc.)
University education:
All previous university degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, etc.) if available before the application deadline
The corresponding transcripts for each degree, including your cumulative grade point average/overall numerical score (min. 140 ECTS)
For foreign degrees: proof of grading system used by the university
Proof of English language proficiency at level B2, e.g.
Certificate level B2 according to CEFR
IELTS: 5.0+
TOEFL: 72+ (iBT)
Proof of English as medium of instruction during the undergraduate programme
Certificate APS
German language proficiency proof at level DSH-2 or equivalent when choosing German-taught specializations
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Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application fee
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Estimated time
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Complexity
MediumAddress
Room 3339
Ernst Abbe-Platz 2
07743 Jena
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