Master of Science in Mathematics

This program was established in 1403/1404 AH and expanded in 1436 AH to include the following specializations: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics. The program enables students to broaden their general knowledge in mathematics while offering them the opportunity to deepen their understanding of their chosen specialization and introduces them to scientific research methodologies. It also provides exceptional students with the chance to pursue doctoral studies and engage in current mathematical research. Additionally, the program aims to meet societal demands by preparing specialists in this field.

College

College of Science

Campus

Rayyan - Dammam

Track

Science

Level

Postgraduate

Degree

MSc

Gender

Female, Male

Years of study

2 (2 years divided into 4 semesters)

Credit hours

33

Additional requirements

Defence for the thesis

Mission

Provide students with high quality education and scientific research skills in pure and applied mathematics and statistics, within a supportive environment that stimulate research excellence to support national developmental plans and serve the community

Goals

• Offering students opportunity to gain in depth knowledge in mathematics that will enable them to expand their experiences and enhance their continuous development.
• Provide students with skills needed to become lifelong learners and researchers.
•  Provide a stimulating environment for teaching, learning conducting scientific research  and innovation that serve the community.
• Promote professional development for teaching and administrative staff.

The Master’s program in Mathematics includes three specializations:

• Pure Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics
• Statistics

The Master of Science in Mathematics is available to students who meet the admission requirements of the institution: 

• ⁠ ⁠A bachelor’s degree of science in Mathematics is required, with an accumulative GPA not less than 3.75 out of 5 or equivalent. Students who are holding Bachelor of Education in Mathematics can also apply providing that they complete the complementary courses required by the department. Students who want to join the Statistic program must have a bachelor’s degree in mathematics with a specialization in Statistics or a bachelor’s in Statistics.
• Pass the qualification exam approved by the department committee.
• Must score 5 in ILETS or in another equivalent English language proficiency tests approved by the graduate deanship. 
• Pass the university capabilities exam with a minimum of 75. 
• Pass the personal interview conducted by the council of department.

The student completes 33 units in the program, distributed as follows: 20 units for compulsory courses, including 11 units of general compulsory courses and 9 units of specialized compulsory courses; 6 units for elective courses; in addition to a research seminar assigned one unit, and the preparation of a scientific thesis, for which 6 units are allocated.

The Master of Science in Mathematics comprises three specialized tracks which are Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics.

The number of units (33) units.

The study includes the following:

-        5 Compulsory Courses that include 4 General Compulsory Courses (total 11 units) in addition to the Research Seminar allocated one unit.

-        3 Specialized Compulsory Courses satisfying 3 units for each course (total 9 units).

-        2 Elective Courses chosen from one of the lists A or B or C satisfying 3 units for each course (total 6 units).

-        Prepare a scientific thesis allocated 6 units.