SSC Mathematics and Data Science

Many questions concerning your studies can be discussed at the SSC. The bullet points below provide you with the most important information and forms.

These can be used to answer some questions directly.

In addition, you will find preliminary information to prepare you for your personal counseling interview at the SSC:

• Early study programm
  Advice on organizational questions regarding the planning of your early study program, or the accreditation of courses you have already attended.
• Start of your degree program
  For the start of your bachelor’s, teacher’s or master’s degree program, you will find a lot of information on our website for first-year students. In addition, the StudOn-Area is available with an extensive range of information.
• Advice on organizational questions regarding your studies
  We will work out strategies on how to structure your studies together: Learning and time management, exam preparation, maximum duration of your studies, integration of part-time jobs to earn income, referring to possible networks…
• Planning a semester abroad
  We can help with time and organizational planning. Information about scholarships and current events can be found here:
  Information events: Informationsveranstaltungen (German only)
  Internationalization pages of the Faculty of Natural Sciences
• Change of study program
  Sometimes you want or need to change your chosen degree program. We will tell you which steps are necessary, how to fill out the application form and where to submit it. In addition, we can determine whether you can have achievements from your previous study program which can be accredited.
• Perspectives in case of interrupting or dropping out of studies / leave of absence
  There are many reasons why things do not always go as planned: Illness, birth of a child, financial problems, relatives in need of care, semesters abroad, etc: We will show you perspectives in case of interrupting or dropping out of your studies and inform you about other suitable offers at FAU. In this kind of situation, a semester off can also be beneficial and relieve the burden: Guidelines and application form
• Advice on entering professional life for the first time
  We will support you with exploring your own skills and give initial advice on finding a job. In addition, you can use the Career Service, to have e.g. documents checked or to simulate job interviews.
• Application to a Master’s program
  For the Master’s programs in Mathematics (D), Business Mathematics (D), Data Science (E) and Computational and Applied Mathematics (E) information on the procedure and the documents that need to be submitted can be found here.
  (D): German-language program (E): English-language program

Many issues can be solved directly. Sometimes, however, it may be helpful to consult an expert. In this case, we will support you with finding the right person to contact:

• Subject-specific questions
  Questions about study contents, individual study plan, elective modules, etc. can be answered by our advisors or your mentor.
• FAU Counseling Services from A-Z
  The FAU has an extensive range of support services available to all students.