Our master's program M2 offers three crash courses (in differential geometry, algebra and complex analysis) in September, several fundamental advanced courses in the first term (such as algebraic geometry, number theory, ergodic theory and dynamical systems, groups and geometry; the subjects may vary slightly from year to year) and a number of more specialized courses in the second term (the subjects change regularly and completely, we try to be sufficiently diverse in our offer). Of course you are also expected to write and defend a master thesis under the guidance of a senior researcher. This can be done at Orsay mathematical department but also at another research unit if necessary.
Information
Career Opportunities
Career prospects
Après un Master ou Master + Doctorat : chercheur ou enseignant-chercheur
Further Study Opportunities
Doctorat
Les étudiants titulaires d’un M2 ont la possibilité de poursuivre dans la recherche en doctorat
Fees and scholarships
The amounts may vary depending on the programme and your personal circumstances.
Admission Route
Capacity
Available Places
Target Audience and Entry Requirements
M1 in fundamental mathematics or an equivalent level of qualification. Admission upon competitive exam.
Application Period(s)
From 01/03/2026 to 30/06/2026
Supporting documents
Compulsory supporting documents
Motivation letter.
All transcripts of the years / semesters validated since the high school diploma at the date of application.
Curriculum Vitae.
Additional supporting documents
Document at your convenience.
Detailed description and hourly volume of courses taken since the beginning of the university program.
VAP file (obligatory for all persons requesting a valuation of the assets to enter the diploma).
The application procedure, which depends on your nationality and your situation is explained here : https://urlz.fr/i3Lo.
Supporting documents :
- Residence permit stating the country of residence of the first country
- Or receipt of request stating the country of first asylum
- Or document from the UNHCR granting refugee status
- Or receipt of refugee status request delivered in France
- Or residence permit stating the refugee status delivered in France
- Or document stating subsidiary protection in France or abroad
- Or document stating temporary protection in France or abroad.
Details of the UEs taken for candidates outside the M1 Paris Saclay.