Advanced Mathematics – Statistics and Probability Theory

The introductory microcredential " Advanced Mathematics – Statistics and Probability Theory " provides students with in-depth knowledge of statistics and probability and helps them transition into part-time academic studies or from a university of applied sciences to a university. After completing the course, students will have an overview of integral calculus and the basics of elementary probability and statistics. In addition, they will be trained in working with random samples, parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing. This foundational module enables participants to attend advanced mathematics-related courses.

This course is suitable as an introduction to the following master's programs:

Actuarial Science, M.Sc.
Artificial Intelligence for Connected Industries, M.Sc.
Biopharmaceutical-Medical Engineering, M.Sc.
Business Analytics, M.Sc.

Schedule

Week 1: 27 Oct – 02 Nov 2025

Integral Calculus

Week 2: 03 Nov – 09 Nov 2025

Fundamentals of Probability (Part 1)
Online seminar on worksheet "Integral Calculus"

Week 3: 10 Nov – 16 Nov 2025

Fundamentals of Probability (Part 2)
Online seminar on worksheet "Fundamentals of Probability (Part 1)"

Week 4: 17 Nov – 23 Nov 2025

Statistics
Online seminar on worksheet "Fundamentals of Probability (Part 2)

Flexible date

Online seminar on worksheet "Statistics"

Fee: 135.00 euros

You can find the module handbook here.

Integral Calculus
Fundamentals of Probability
Fundamentals of Statistics

Self-study using the provided script
Working on thematically structured exercises
Online tutorials to discuss the content and exercises
Final session to clarify general questions
Discussion forums for topic exchange
Oral or written final examination

Participants who successfully pass the final exam will receive a certificate and a supplement outlining the course content and the competencies acquired. The exam will be graded. The certificate accounts for 3 ECTS credits (European Credit Transfer System) for the course "Fundamentals of Mathematics." Accordingly, students should expect a workload of approximately 90 hours for self-study, mentoring, participation in the attendance day, and exam preparation and completion.

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The fee for the Microcredential Advanced Mathematics – Statistics and Probability Theory is 135 €. It includes access to all provided learning materials for the duration of the course and participation in the related in-person sessions.

Registration

to register

Registration deadline: 20 Oct 2025