Master of Science in Applied Mathematics

This is a two-year professional degree program designed to prepare you for a career in contemporary industry or business. You'll receive thorough training in applied mathematics and scientific computing, exposure to mathematics-related subjects in science and engineering, and experience in a group project. Our graduates have been successful in securing desirable positions with companies ranging from small, local firms to large, international corporations. The graduate courses in the Department concentrate on Analytical Methods, Numerical Methods, and ProbabilityStatistics. These courses give the student a thorough background in advanced applied mathematics.Given the interdisciplinary nature of Applied Math, students are encouraged to take courses outside the Department. These are determined depending on each student's interests and preparation. In recent years, they have been chosen from Computer Science, Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical), Physics, and Management Science. These courses expose the student to the use of practical mathematical tools by scientists and engineers. Courses taken outside of the department require the director's approval in order to count towards the MS degree.

All applicants are expected to have a strong undergraduate preparation in mathematics, including advanced calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. Some exposure to computer science and/or scientific computing is also desirable, as is some knowledge of another area of science or engineering. A Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, however, is not necessary. Students with undergraduate majors in Physics or Engineering, for instance, and with sufficient mathematical background, are encourage to apply.