Department of Mathematics and Statistics

why study mathematics?

In many disciplines, the history of the twentieth century tells of the introduction of more and more mathematical and statistical techniques. Mathematics has been established as a universal ingredient in the understanding of the world, and is the language used in conveying this understanding. Now, in the twenty-first century, higher mathematics and statistics are not just tools for physical scientists and engineers, but also of crucial importance in business, economics, social sciences, medicine, and many other fields. Many mathematicians delight in the aesthetic appeal of their subject; however, it is ultimately the application of mathematics that makes it a critical element in modern civilization.

Statistics is a subfield of the mathematical sciences. Its applications to new technologies and big data are so numerous that it warrants its own major; however, to study statistics is essentially to study mathematics. When we refer to "mathematics" or "the mathematical sciences," statistics is included in those categories. Many students may find that their interests span courses from both the mathematics and the statistics and data science programs, and we encourage you to explore both.

Majoring in math or statistics

Undergraduate training in the mathematical sciences is an important step along many career paths. It is essential for those who intend to continue toward a graduate degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or computer science.

The mathematics department offers majors in mathematics or in statistics. These majors are not just a path toward graduate education. Mathematical training is training in general problem solving. Many employers recognize this fact; they also recognize that a bachelors degree in mathematics or statistics is proof of an ability and willingness to work hard. Many of our majors have found success by completing more than one major. Double majors in mathematics and science, mathematics and business, among others, prepare graduates with enhanced ability to compete well in the job market.

Mathematics and statistics majors are advised to develop both computing skills and communication skills during their time as a student. Computing skills are increasingly important in today's society. Experience using graphing calculators and standard mathematical software packages, programming experience, and experience using the internet are extremely useful. And in virtually any type of position, the need for good communication skills is paramount. 

Reasons for studying mathematics or statistics

Humanity needs Maths

Some of civilization’s most prized and proud achievements are wholly reliant on mathematics. Planes flying seamlessly through the air, high availability of complex medicines, even the computer you are using now: all of these increasingly vital commodities rely on the use and study of numbers. If you are to stop and think for just a few minutes it becomes inescapably clear that mathematics is pretty well inseparable from life as we know it.

Graduate Prospects

Mathematical fields are reasonably safe career paths. High level of employability is strengthened by the fact that careers involving math are typically permanent,

Transferable skills

A mathematician's skillset is not exhausted once they move out of the realm of the numerical. The facets of a student which are developed during a Mathematics degree are easily extrapolated to other situations and areas. For example, rational and logical thought is something which is required in many areas, whether it is in a moral or career capacity. Furthermore the high level of cognition required to comprehend complex mathematical theories and rules is an asset which will benefit an individual in many ways.

Salary advantage

Mathematics graduates earn on average a significant amount higher than the average starting salary. As a main motive for many students to study certain subjects, the potential pay is a definite bonus factor with mathematics, helped by the versatile nature of the skills involved.

 

About the department

This department welcomes both undergraduate and graduate students with eight academic staff. The undergraduate students can major in Pure and Applied Mathematics, as well as Statistics.

Those students at the graduate level can major in Pure and Applied Mathematics with an interest in Numerical Analysis.

 

Laboratory of Mathematics and Statistics

Several classes are held in this lab primarily in order to improve the students’ performance in solving math problems and also to strengthen their numerical ability in solving problems.

Other aims of the lab include:

• Holding problem-solving classes
• Doing the undergraduate projects of math students
• Holding meeting with the top students in each class In order to know and solve the students’ possible problems in each course especially in programming and implementation.
• Holding meetings with the professors of other majors to solve their research problems and mathematical questions.
• Collaborating with other departments in decision makings and responding to educational needs of the faculty.
• Holding workshops for training technical and practical software for the students and professors.

Fulfilling these aims result in holding high quality classes so that the students can learn and gain a considerable amount of theoretical and practical knowledge in a motivation environment.

In addition, the students can upgrade their skills in algorithms, programming and numerical solutions of mathematical issues.

Center for Statistical Research

The aims of this center include:

• Holding basic to advanced workshops for training statistical software such as Minitab, R, and SPSS.
• Providing statistical counseling and consultation services for different organizations and offices for projects.
• Implementing field works of statistical and research projects in economic, social, cultural, agricultural, and medical contexts.
• Performing the statistical studies and analyses of research and industrial projects.
• Fulfilling these aims can expand university’s relationship with different sectors of the society therefore both the students and the university will benefit from the long-term advantages.