Program Objectives
The Master of Science in Mathematics Program centers around achieving a balance between pure mathematics and an area of application. It aims to develop the students' understanding of the content and methodology of basic mathematical disciplines in preparation for doctoral studies, research, careers in industry and government, and for teaching junior and senior undergraduate matehmatics courses. The Master of Science in Mathematics curriculum is designed to provide the student an in-depth study of standard graduate courses in Analysis and Algebra, after which a choice of electives leads the student to a specialization area in mathematics as a preparation for research.
Program Description
The MS Mathematics program, instituted in 2001, provides students with a firm grounding in theoretical mathematics. The curriculum includes courses that further develop in the student the ability to apply mathematical tools of analysis to problems in other disciplines like Engineering, Physics, Life Sciences, Computing Sciences, Statistics, Finance and even Social Sciences.
Program Content and Structure
Once admitted to the program, the student must take the following courses:
| Thesis Plan(TP) | Non-Thesis Plan(NTP) | |
| Required Courses | 12 Units | 12 Units |
| Math 221: Abstract Algebra I | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 222: Linear Algebra | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 232: Real Analysis | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 234: Complex Analysis | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Electives | 12 Units | 21 Units |
| Math 213: Theory of Differential Equations | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 214: Dynamical Systems | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 215: Introduction to Mathematical Modeling | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 216: Applied Partial Differential Equations | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 217: Integral Equations | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 218: Introduction to Applied Mathematics | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 223 : Abstract Algebra II | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 225: Number Theory with Applications | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 235: Applied Complex Variable Theory | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 236: Numerical Analysis | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 237: Functional Analysis | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 240: Topological Structures | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 250: Modern Geometry | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 255: Applied Combinatorics | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 256: Graph Theory | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 260: Probability and Applications | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 298: Special Topics | 3 Units | 3 Units |
| Math 300: Master's Thesis | 6 Units | Not Required |
| Comprehensive Exam and Oral Paper Presentation | Not Required | Required |
| Total | 30 Units | 33 Units |
Retention Policy for Thesis Option
To qualify for the Master's Degree under the Thesis Option, a student must satisfy the following requirements:
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complete a minimum of twenty-four (24) units of formal graduate courses
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maintain a Cumulative Weighted Average Grade (CWAG) of "2.0" or better in his/her graduate courses at the end of each academic year
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successfully defend a Master's Thesis
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submit at least five (5) bound and certified copies of the approved Master's Thesis.
Retention Policy for Non-Thesis Option
To qualify for the Master's Degree under the Non-Thesis Option, a student must satisfy the following requirements:
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complete a minimum of thirty (30) units of formal graduate courses
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maintain a Cumulative Weighted Average Grade (CWAG) of "2.0" or better in his/her graduate courses at the end of each academic year
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pass the Master's Comprehensive Examination
Additional Requirements
Additional requirements over and above these minimum University requirements and standards for the Master's Degree programs may be adopted by colleges/units for their Master's Degree programs with the approval of the appropriate bodies. A student choosing the Thesis option is encouraged o produce a pre-print paper of his thesis, where applicable.
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