Welcome to the home page of the Institute of Mathematics at the University of Potsdam. We are one of eight institutes in the Faculty of Science. The Faculty is the largest of the six faculties at the University of Potsdam. We thank you for your interest in our institute, our research projects and collaborations.Learn more
The study of Mathematics opens a variety of doors for a career in business, industry, education or science. The University of Potsdam offers students interested in Mathematics a diverse, research-oriented course of study with numerous links to research centers outside the university. Information for pupils and schools can be found here and further information on studying here.
There are currently 20 professors at the Institute of Mathematics in Potsdam. Their research groups represent a broad spectrum of current research directions in Mathematics. Members of the institute coordinate a Collaborative Research Center (SFB 1294) and are part of the steering committee of a Priority Program (SPP 2026) both financed by the German Research Foundation DFG. Learn more
The Institute of Mathematics at the University of Potsdam would like to congratulate you on your successful graduation. We honoured your achievements at the graduation ceremony and celebrated this important milestone together.
We wish you every success and all the best for the future - whether in your studies, in research, in teaching or in other professional fields. Stay connected to our institute!
The It's Not Just Numbers podcast is aimed at anyone interested in maths, especially (potential) students of mathematics. Prof Marcello Seri and Anna de Bruijn from the University of Groningen interview personalities from the world of mathematics. In this episode, two former students from the University of Gröningen and Prof Max Lein from the University of Potsdam talk about their experiences in industry and how they mastered the transition. How did they find jobs? How did their studies prepare them for their work?
Are you interested in working with us? Current vacancies at the Institute of Mathematics and our partners can be found here.
For students who would like to work as research assistants (WHKs), we offer a special Moodle course (only with a university account). There you will find all relevant information and can apply directly.
We also recommend that you take a look at the job advertisements of the University of Potsdam, where numerous other exciting positions are advertised.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Warum bauen Bienen perfekte Sechsecke? Was haben Ebbe und Flut mit Mustern und Strukturen zu tun? Inwiefern kann Parkettierung unsere Welt verschönern? Gibt es hinter “Freitag dem 13.” eine mathematische Struktur?
Bis zum 24.10. ist die Ausstellung werktags zwischen 8 und 18 Uhr im Flur des EG von Haus 16 eigenständig besuchbar. Bringen Sie für die interaktiven Elemente Ihr Smartphone und Kopfhörer mit. Mehr Informationen finden Sie hier.
The PharMetrX graduate programme builds a bridge between mathematics and pharmacy. You can apply for our doctoral scholarships starting in March 2006 until 6 September 2025.
Here you can find more information about the programme and the application process.
