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Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and Statistics Requirements

The BSc in Applied Mathematics and Statistics program offers training in mathematical problem-solving techniques with a reduced emphasis on abstract theory. The program is tailored to the student who will need to apply mathematical, statistical, and computational methods to practical problems.

Applied mathematics includes the theoretical portions of physics, chemistry, biomedicine, engineering, economics, finance, and a wide variety of other disciplines. Recent advances in computing technology have made the use of quantitative methods of even greater importance in these disciplines.

Prospects for employment opportunities for graduates in the mathematical and statistical sciences are excellent. There is a growing demand for professional mathematicians and statisticians in almost every sector of the job market, including the engineering and telecommunications industries; computer services and software development; actuarial and financial services; pharmaceutical industry and medical services; market research agencies; government laboratories and the military services; as well as academics and teaching.

Program Educational Objectives

  • Graduates will meet the expectations of employers of applied mathematicians and statisticians.
  • Qualified graduates will pursue advanced study if they so desire.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students graduating with a BSc in Applied Mathematics and Statistics will have achieved the following set of knowledge and performance-based skills, and affective competencies:

  • An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics and computing.
  • An ability to design statistical experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
  • An ability to read, understand and construct mathematical and statistical proofs.
  • An ability to function on a multi-disciplinary team as a member or leader.
  • An ability to formulate, and to solve, mathematical models of real-world problems.
  • An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
  • An ability to communicate effectively.
  • The broad education necessary to understand the strengths and limitations of mathematical and statistical models, and their solutions, in a global and societal context.
  • A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning.
  • A knowledge of contemporary issues.
  • An ability to select, and use, appropriate software packages and/or computer programming to solve mathematical models.
  • Familiarity with, and use of, sources of current research and an understanding of how new knowledge is generated.

Program Facilities

  • All lectures are conducted in a traditional classroom setting using both the whiteboard and PowerPoint software.
  • The laboratory classes are conducted in Computer Laboratories equipped with state of the art mathematical and statistical software packages.

Professional Chapters and Clubs

Students are encouraged to take up Undergraduate Membership of one, or more, of the professional mathematical societies such as the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM), the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) or the American Mathematical Society (AMS). There is also an active on-campus student Math Club that organizes student- focused seminars and competitions.

Our students have participated in a number of local and regional conferences, the annual UAE Math Day in particular, and have presented the results of their research conducted in collaboration with department faculty.

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