Training Structure
College of Sciences
Language(s) of Instruction
French
Overview
Objectives
The Master’s program in Mathematics is primarily intended for students who hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or an equivalent degree. Students with a Professional Bachelor’s degree are not eligible for direct admission to this program. Direct admission to the second year is also possible based on an application review. This option is available to M1-level students from French or foreign universities with a background in mathematics, students from French or foreign engineering schools, or graduates of the École Normale.
This track in fundamental mathematics primarily leads to a Ph.D. in mathematics and to careers in higher education.
The Math-Fonda track has multiple objectives. It aims to address the growing interest in high-level research in mathematics and its various applications. Thanks to a solid foundation, students gain initial exposure to research problems in contemporary mathematics, making the Math-Fonda track the preferred choice for future doctoral students in fundamental and/or applied mathematics.
Our students can enter the professional world directly or first follow up this Master’s degree with further study, primarily a Ph.D. in mathematics. Students primarily interested in teaching can also prepare for the agrégation in mathematics.
Career opportunities are extensive, and graduates of the Math-Fonda Master’s program pursue careers in public and private research, as well as in higher education or secondary education; they are particularly sought after in certain private sectors such as insurance, banking, and fields involving mathematical engineering. The Master’s degree also qualifies graduates to take certain civil service exams (at the national and local levels).
Program
Select a program
M1 - Fundamental Mathematics (MF)
The "Fundamental Mathematics" track consists of courses that form the foundation for "advanced" mathematics in contemporary algebra, analysis, and geometry.
Groups and Geometry
8 creditsAlgebra 1
8 creditsCHOICE 1
5 creditsChoose one of the following two options:
Numerical Analysis 1
5 creditsAnalysis of EDP 1
5 credits
Functional Analysis
7 creditsEnglish
2 credits
Algebra 2
5 creditsComplex Analysis and Topology
7 creditsAlgebra, Geometry, and Calculus
5 creditsDifferential Geometry
5 creditsLie Groups and Lie Algebras
3 creditsTER (project)
5 credits
M2 - Fundamental Mathematics (MF)
The “Fundamental Mathematics” track consists of courses that form the foundation for “advanced” mathematics in contemporary algebra, analysis, and geometry.
Differential Geometry
9 creditsAlgebraic Topology
9 creditsSeminar (thesis)
3 creditsAlgebraic Geometry
9 credits
Algebra and Geometry 2
9 creditsIntroductory Research Internship
12 creditsTopology and Geometry 2
9 credits
Admission
Registration Procedures
Applications can be submitted through the following platforms:
French and European students:
- For the M1 program, follow the “My Master’s” procedure on the website:https://www.monmaster.gouv.fr/
- For the M2 program, students must submit their application through the e-candidat portal:https://candidature.umontpellier.fr/candidature
International students from outside the EU: Follow the “Études en France” procedure:https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/dyn/public/authentification/login.html