The BMS offers a structured PhD program, taught in English (German language skills are not necessary), consisting of basic courses with a fixed curriculum, a broad spectrum of advanced courses, and many specialized events involving distinguished international visitors and guests.
The BMS PhD program consists of two phases. Phase I (three to four semesters) leads from a bachelor degree level to an oral qualifying exam. Phase II (four to six semesters) is dedicated to thesis research, preferably within one of the focused training programs provided by Research Training Groups (RTGs) and International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRSs), or in research projects such as the DFG Research Center MATHEON, the SFB Space, Time, Matter, or one of the interdisciplinary projects. The BMS integrates mathematics RTGs and IMPRSs as certified units that provide the research environment and supervision for Phase II students.
The study program for Phase I covers both a broad mathematical background and the specialization required for high-level research. On four days of the week, lectures are offered at the mathematics departments of the three universities, with a coordinated schedule. On Fridays, the BMS Friday Colloquia series (or BMS Fridays for short) take place at the Urania.
For a detailed description of the BMS program please visit our Program Information.
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