Common asked questions and answers

With the Faculty of Mathematics and Economics at the University of Ulm.

Classes in Ulm are held in German.

At the end of their studies, students prepare one bachelor's qualification (diploma) thesis, which they defend at both universities and receive a German bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Ulm and a Ukrainian diploma in accordance with their primary specialization.

All participants in the program are officially registered through the international department of Kharkiv National University and the international department of the University of Ulm.

No, the double degree program only works with the Faculty of Mathematics and Economics.

Starting in 2025, a double master's degree program will begin between the Faculty of Mathematics and Economics at the University of Ulm and the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at Kharkiv National University. Students enrolled in the master's program in Data Science are eligible to participate in the program. Instruction is conducted in English. Upon completion of their studies, students will receive a master's degree in Data Science and two diplomas: German and Ukrainian. The total duration of the program is two years.

At the end of their studies, students prepare one bachelor's qualification (diploma) thesis, which they defend at both universities.

At the University of Ulm, they receive the title of Master of Science in Mathematical Data Science or Master of Science in Mathematics, and at Kharkiv National University, they receive the title of Master of Science in Data Science or Master of Science in Mathematics, depending on the chosen specialization (Mathematics or Data Science).

Students of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science of Kharkiv National University, majoring in Fundamental Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Computer Science (educational program Theoretical and Applied Informatics), who are successfully studying and have a grade point average of at least 75 and a German language certificate of at least B1 level.

Those wishing to participate in the program must submit an application to the faculty no later than the middle of the third semester (September-October). The application must be accompanied by recommendations from two faculty members.

The selection committee of Karazin University selects future participants in the double degree program from the list of candidates based on the following criteria: academic performance, motivation, communication skills, social adaptability, and emotional intelligence. A joint selection committee of both universities (Kharkiv National University and Ulm University) interviews each applicant and makes the final selection.

No, unfortunately, that is not possible.

Students of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at Kharkiv National University who have obtained a bachelor's degree and enrolled in an educational and scientific program in Data Science are eligible to participate in the program. have a minimum GPA of 75 upon completion of their bachelor's degree, and have an English language certificate of at least B2 level (teaching at the University of Ulm for this program is conducted in English).

Those wishing to participate in the program must submit an application to the faculty no later than the middle of the first semester of their master's studies (September-October of the previous year). The application must be accompanied by recommendations from two faculty members.

During their studies at the University of Ulm, students are credited for courses from the Kharkiv National University curriculum, and vice versa, during their studies at Kharkiv National University, students are credited for courses from the University of Ulm curriculum.

Yes, there is a dormitory. When registering, you choose the conditions that suit you and that you will pay for. The dormitory costs approximately 300 euros per month plus a one-time deposit of 300 euros upon check-in, which is called a kaucion — this is money in case the student damages the accommodation. If everything is in order upon departure, this money is fully refunded. This deposit is required for any type of accommodation.

If payment is made, yes.

Yes. Germany has a state program for financial support for students called BAföG (Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz, abbreviated BAföG). Under this program, students receive approximately €950 per month if their parents' income is low and they did not enter the country on a student visa. Students who are already in Germany under paragraph 24 are eligible to apply for BAföG and usually all receive funding.

Yes. You will lose your payments if you receive them.

No.

In 2026–2029, there is an opportunity to receive funding under the DAAD project (see DAAD Support 2025–2029 – Financial Support).

Yes, you can. You can work 20 hours per week. The University of Ulm helps students find jobs on campus.

It is possible.