International co-operation
Maths for future technologies: Paving the way for new Master's programme
Mastering the digital transformation - the MATHS-DISC Master's programme is helping to train the next generation of specialists. // Photo Colourbox
Autonomous systems, image recognition via artificial intelligence or optimised traffic flows via digital route planning: there are numerous subject areas in which mathematics plays an important role. The MATHS-DISC Master's programme combines traditional areas of mathematics such as modelling, stochastics and numerical simulation with forward-looking topics such as machine learning, digital twins and quantum computing. Students from all over the world can take part in application-oriented cutting-edge mathematical research through the programme. The aim is to test new mathematical methods for real challenges facing business and society and to make the solutions - for example in the form of well-founded algorithms - accessible in such a way that as many people as possible can benefit from them. MATHS-DISC at the University of Wuppertal is based on the successful international Master's programme "Computer Simulation in Science (CSiS)". Applications for the new programme will be possible from February 2025. The programme is scheduled to start in the winter semester 2025/26.
Prof. Dr Matthias Ehrhardt teaches Applied and Computational Mathematics at the University of Wuppertal: "We are delighted that our application for MATHS-DISC was successful. This Master's programme offers a unique opportunity for students to conduct research at the interface between mathematics and industry and to advance their own careers."
International collaboration at the highest level
In the MATHS-DISC Master's programme, the University of Wuppertal as co-leader cooperates with the University of Verona, the Igor Sikorsky Polytechnic Institute Kiev, the Instituto Superior Técnico Lisbon, the University of Grenoble Alpes, the University NTNU Trondheim and a further 20 partners from industry and research. This international cooperation guarantees students the opportunity to learn from renowned teachers and researchers and offers the chance to build up a comprehensive network.
Promoting innovation and talent
"With a total budget of around five million euros, MATHS-DISC will help to train the next generation of specialists who can master the challenges of digital transformation," said the programme managers. The programme not only promotes scientific excellence, but also international cooperation and the exchange of knowledge.
More background: Erasmus Mundus
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degrees are high-level and integrated study programmes at Master's level, designed and implemented within the framework of international partnerships. They involve at least three higher education institutions from three different countries, at least two of which must be EU Member States or third countries associated with the programme.
Other educational partners or partners outside the education sector with specific expertise and interest can also participate. The European Union provides funding for the implementation of these programmes as well as merit scholarships for top students worldwide.
The European Commission provides information about Erasmus Mundus for students on the programme website.
