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Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Division of Mathematics

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The Mathematics Division of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a wide range of mathematical specializations in research and teaching, with both applied and pure mathematics equally represented.

Our study courses include degree programs (B.Sc., M.Sc.) in mathematics and business mathematics, as well as teacher study courses (B.A., M.Ed.) for grammar schools, comprehensive schools, and vocational colleges.

 

Our research focuses

Algebra & Number Theory
Differential Equations and Mathematical Physics
Discrete Mathematics & Optimization
Geometry & Topology
Geometric Analysis
Numerical Mathematics and Scientific Computing
Stochastics & Insurance Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has numerous interdisciplinary links within the university, including cooperation with medicine, physics and the geosciences. Both computer science and mathematics are integrated into the university's key profile area "Intelligent Methods for Earth System Sciences".

Latest news

Sectional Lectures at ICM 2026

Sectional Lectures at ICM 2026

Two members of the Cologne mathematics division will give an invited sectional lecture at ICM 2026.


Address:

Institute of Mathematics
Building 162
Weyertal 86-90
50931 Cologne

 


Building opening hours:

During the semester
Mon-Fri: 7:45 am - 6:45 pm

During the semester break
Mon-Fri: 7:45 am - 4:45 pm


Office opening hours:

Mon-Wed: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thu-Fri:     9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Telephone office: +49 221 470 - 2275