My future as a mathematician
Studying mathematics and how to continue
Studying mathematics and how to continue after your degree
© Foto by Melanie Langegger
Get-together on November 20, 2025
On November 20, 2025, the event My Future as a Mathematician offered first-year Bachelor’s students in Mathematics the opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences with advanced students as well as mathematics graduates.
The event was jointly organized by the STV Mathematik and Bettina Sereinig, Senior Scientist at the Department of Mathematics, and was attended by 20 students.
Topics discussed during the exchange included:
- Is the first semester and the transition to higher mathematics equally challenging for everyone?
- What do mathematicians do after graduation?
- How easy is it to find an interesting and well-paid job? In which areas of business do mathematicians work?
In a relaxed and informal atmosphere, participants had the opportunity to share their experiences of student life, ask questions about studying mathematics, and gain insights into various career paths.
The presentations given by four former mathematics students of the University of Salzburg’s mathematics program, Johanna Gruber (Wüstenrot), Tanja Prüwasser (Raiffeisen), Evelyn Schink (Porsche Informatik), and Dr. Thomas Stanin (Red Bull), illustrated the broad demand for mathematical expertise across numerous professional fields. Their experiences showed how mathematical methods are applied in practice, ranging from the analysis of complex data and the development of technical solutions to addressing economic and business-related challenges.
Furthermore, a quiz was held to celebrate Wüstenrot’s 100th anniversary, giving participants the chance to win a gift set provided by Wüstenrot.
The event concluded with a small buffet, providing an opportunity for personal conversations and informal discussions about studying mathematics and future career paths.
