Mathematics Academic Programs
Explore undergraduate and graduate offerings in the Mathematics department, including curriculum and degree requirements.
Programs and Curriculum
BS Mathematics with Data Science
The BS Mathematics with Data Science program combines a rigorous foundation in mathematics with modern data science methodologies to prepare graduates for the analysis and interpretation of complex data. The curriculum integrates mathematical modeling, probability, statistics, optimization, numerical computing, and machine learning with computational tools for data acquisition, analysis, visualization, and predictive modeling. Emphasis is placed on mathematical reasoning, algorithm development, and data-driven decision-making to address real-world scientific and industrial challenges. Through theoretical study and computational practice, students develop the quantitative and analytical skills required for careers in data science, artificial intelligence, scientific computing, finance, and technology, while establishing a strong foundation for postgraduate study and research.
MS Mathematics
This program requires a coursework of 24 credit hours. 6 additional credit hours are also required to be completed either through research and submission of a thesis and its successful defense or by taking two additional courses in lieu of the thesis. This program imparts specialized knowledge in various areas of Mathematics and exposes the students to latest developments. Special efforts are made to nurture and enhance the research capabilities of the students through seminars, workshops and critique sessions. Typical research topics for MS students are Numerical Analysis, Analytical and Numerical techniques for Ordinary & Partial Differential Equations and Finite Element Analysis. Research opportunities are also available in Numerical Linear Algebra, Mechanics of Fluids (Newtonian and Non-Newtonian), Computational Fluid Dynamics, Chromatography, Cryptography and Computational Rheology.
PhD Mathematics
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics is the highest degree awarded by the Department. The program comprises 18 credit hours of course work and 30 credit hours of research thesis. The courses are selected in consultation with the Supervisor. The progress of student is continuously monitored through the Guidance and Evaluation Committee (GEC).
The students eligible for admission in PhD program should possess an MS/MPhil Degree with a minimum CGPA 3 out of 4 and should have passed GAT (Subject) examination as per requirement of HEC, in vogue. The completion of course work is followed by Comprehensive Examination for granting candidacy as a PhD scholar.
The program necessitates two years of residency in HITEC University. The PhD thesis is evaluated by one local and two foreign experts from technologically more advanced countries. As per requirement of the HEC after positive evaluation from these experts, the PhD scholar is required to undertake an open defense to fulfill the degree requirements.
The degree is awarded in recognition of high level of scholarship, the ability to carry out independent research, and the publication of research in national and international journals of repute. The department offers research activities in various areas of pure and applied mathematics including analytic and numerical solutions of Ordinary & Partial Differential Equations, Finite Element Analysis, Numerical Linear Algebra, Newtonian and Non-Newtonian Fluid Mechanics, Chromatography, Cryptography and Computational Fluid Dynamics etc.