Trial studies at the department of mathematics

The trial studies are an opportunity to get a first insight in the course of studying at a university way before the start of the study. The department of mathematics offers two options, the trial week and the trial studies.

In the framework of the trial studies the department offers a half-day programme every winter semester. In the Winter Semester 2026/27 this is on Monday, the 26th October 2027, from 9am to 1pm. For participation an application is necessary. Further information will be available on the following web site.

In addition, there is the possibility to visit single courses during the semester. Visiting lectures needs no prior application, however we recommend to contact the dean of study affairs in advance, to check, whether the visit at the desired time is sensible regarding the contents of the lecture, and to possibly arrange an appointment for study advise. The campus map is available under the following link.)

If you are interested in studying mathematics in the winter semester the following lectures are suited:

• Foundations of Mathematics 1, Mo 2-4pm, We 10am-12pm, and Fr 8-10am in lecture hall N02
• Algebraic Structures, Thu 2-4pm in lecture hall N14
• Geometry, We and Thu 4-6pm in lecture hall N02

If you are interested in studying natural sciences in the winter semester the following lectures for beginners are suited:

• Mathematics for Biology, Fr 10-12am in lecture hall N10
• Mathematics 1 for Natural Scientists, We 10am-12pm and Fr 8-10am in lecture hall N07

Furthermore, attending an exercise class or a proseminar might be interesting. These are two types of courses, taking place in small groups where the students take an active part. Because of this it is necessary to apply in advance and to arrange the visit with the supervisor of the course. If you are interested in visiting an exercise class or a proseminar you should contact the dean of academic affairs. Most exercise classes and proseminars are held in the afternoon.

Further information about the trial studies can be found under the following links:

• General information of the university about the trial studies
• Information of the Science Faculty about the trial studies