Overview
The Research in Mathematics track provides an introduction to fundamental research in mathematics and is particularly well suited to students considering doctoral studies.
The first year (M1), shared with the Preparation for the External Agrégation track, is devoted to building a strong mathematical foundation. In the second year (M2), advanced courses in current areas of pure and applied mathematics are offered during the first semester. During the second semester, a research internship in a laboratory introduces students to active research topics.
M1 courses are taught in French. M2 courses may be taught in English depending on the students enrolled.
An agreement with Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KAZNU) regularly enables six students from Kazakhstan to join the programme at M2 level.
Course programme
A separate page gives the full list of courses.
Important note on Master 2 courses
The M2 theme alternates from one year to the next between two broad areas: analysis and algebra. This alternation makes it possible to offer a coherent set of advanced courses centred on one of these two orientations each year.
2026–2027 · Analysis
For the 2026–2027 academic year, the programme focuses on analysis, with the following courses:
- Extreme Value Theory — Djamal Louani
- An Introduction to Evolution PDEs — François Vigneron
- Dispersive Problems and Schrödinger Equations — Laurent Di Menza
2027–2028 · Algebra and Representation Theory
In 2027–2028, the programme will focus on algebra and representation theory. The courses currently planned, and subject to change, are:
- Introduction to the Representation Theory of Finite Groups — Nicolas Jacon
- Combinatorics of the Symmetric Group and Young Tableaux — Sophie Morier-Genoud
- Quantum Groups and Representations — Loïc Poulain d’Andecy
2028–2029 · Analysis
In 2028–2029, the M2 theme will return to analysis. The courses will be announced at a later date.
Further study
The Research track is a natural preparation for a PhD in mathematics. After completing M2, graduates may apply for doctoral positions in Reims or in other research laboratories in France and abroad.
Doctoral funding is offered each year at the Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, including funding for PhD projects within the mathematics laboratory. These positions are awarded through a selection process and their number varies from year to year.
Admissions
For Master 1, applicants must hold a diploma equivalent to a
Licence de Mathématiques in France.
For Master 2, applicants must hold a diploma equivalent to a
Master 1 de Mathématiques in France.
The application procedure depends on the applicant's country of residence. Up-to-date information and calendars are available on the University portal.
Important: in countries
covered by the Études en France scheme,
applications must follow that procedure, which is
lengthy: typically, application occurs in october-decembre of
year N, your file will be considered in april-may of year N+1
for classes starting in september N+1 if your application was
accepted.
Contact
For further information, please contact:
François Vigneron (track coordinator)Show email
Nicolas Jacon (Master programme coordinator)
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