The Program in Applied Mathematics offers courses of study leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Applied Mathematics. It supports and encourages interdisciplinary research in many areas of the mathematical, physical, biological, and engineering sciences in which the use and development... Show Full Description

The Program in Applied Mathematics offers courses of study leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Applied Mathematics. It supports and encourages interdisciplinary research in many areas of the mathematical, physical, biological, and engineering sciences in which the use and development of mathematical methods and modeling techniques play a central role. Students entering the Program are expected to have a strong background in mathematics, including advanced calculus, linear algebra, complex variables, and differential equations. However, entry into the Program is not restricted to students who have an undergraduate mathematics major. Courses of study in the Program are flexible and individually designed. In the first year, students take a sequence of core courses which includes numerical analysis, principles of analysis, and methods of applied mathematics. In addition, students participate in Research Tutorial Groups which provide the opportunity to become involved in small-scale research projects. In subsequent years students are able to choose from a broad variety of courses in mathematics and other disciplines suited to their evolving research interests.

The M.S. in Applied Mathematics consists of 30 units of course work, including the core sequence. A Masters thesis is optional. This degree provides a very strong foundation in applied mathematics and is well suited for students who wish to consider a career in teaching or in industry. Students completing the M.S. degree and meeting appropriate requirements may also continue on to a Ph.D.

For the Doctor of Philosophy degree a dissertation is required. This dissertation is expected to contain original research contributions by the student to the solution of a mathematical problem in a scientific discipline or to the development of applicable mathematical methods and/or modeling techniques. The listed Members of the Program are actively involved in the supervision and/or teaching of Program graduate students. The departmental affiliations of the faculty in this list give an indication of the breadth of research activities. In addition, the Program has a substantial body of Affiliate Members who are involved in research with a strong applied mathematics component and who are potential research advisors. The combined network of Members and Affiliate Members creates an unusually broad base of interdisciplinary research opportunities in applied mathematics.