Major Mathematics/ Minor Computer Science
The mission of the mathematics department is to provide high quality teaching in various fields of mathematics in order to prepare students for graduate studies or professional careers in mathematical sciences and related fields, and to provide service courses of mathematics to all university departments.
- Provide a broad understanding of the major areas in mathematics.
- Demonstrate the ability to think logically and critically.
- Learn how to formulate, analyze, and solve problems.
- Gain the ability of scientific judgment and applying mathematics to other fields.
- Develop oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate sufficient preparation for graduate courses.
- Know the fundamental facts, principles, and concepts of the discipline.
- Perform the essential mathematical computations/operations.
- Explain the theory / applications of several mathematical areas.
- Investigate and solve math problems.
- Display and interpret data.
- Summarize scientific and mathematical concepts for a general audience.
- Read mathematics critically.
- Create, analyze, and communicate rigorous proofs.
- Utilize appropriate technology and instruments to solve problems.
- Model a significant real world problem and solve it using mathematical techniques.
- Use numerical techniques for solving mathematical problems.
- Appreciation of the dynamic role of mathematics in science, society and history.
- Employ mathematics in research and coursework.
- Communicate mathematical ideas in appropriate contexts both orally and in writing.
- Exhibit ethical and professional behavior.
- Ministry of Education(Schools and administration)
- Palestine Monetary Authority.
- Financial an Establishments.
- Palestinian Central Breuer of Statistics.
- Research centers.
Academic Plan
The academic plan consists of at least 128 credit hours distributed as follows:
|
Requirement Type |
Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
University Requirements |
21-22 |
|
Faculty Requirements |
21 |
|
Specialization Requirements (Major and Minor) |
73 |
|
Free Electives |
12-13 |
|
Total |
128 |
Specialization Requirements (73 credit hours)
1. Compulsory courses: 61 credit hours including the following courses
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Course Number |
Prerequisite |
|---|---|
|
Department’s Approval |
|
|
Secondary Education Scientific Stream or Equivalent or MATH1351 |
|
2. Electives courses: (12 credit hours)
Group 1: 6 credit hours selected from MATH or MAEC or STAT 300 level or above.
Group 2: 6 credit hours selected from COMP 300 level or above.
Admission Requirements
- A cumulative average of 70 or more in MATH1411 and MATH1321 provided that both grades are 65 or more.
- Department’s approval depending on its capacity.
