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MSc (Mathematics) - School of Mathematical Sciences


  • OVERVIEW

    The programme is to produce experts in the field of Computational and Applied Mathematics who are able to undertake research and development activities in addition to teaching of Computational and Applied Mathematics at the postgraduate level.

    RESEARCH THRUST AREAS

    Pure Mathematics

    • Algebra
    • Complex Analysis
    • Groups and Moufang Loops
    • Finite Groups Representation Theory
    • Geometric Function Theory
    • Coding Theory
    • Analysis
    • Number Theory

    Applied Mathematics

    • Numerical Analysis
    • Parallel Numerical Algorithms
    • Cryptography
    • Functional Differential Equations
    • Convergence and Learning Algorithms of Neural Network
    • Differential Equations
    • Neural Networks
    • Numerical Linear Algebra
    • Optimazations

    Operation Research

    • Inventory Control
    • Network Flow
    • Multiple Criteria Decision Making
    • Maintenance Modelling
    • Linear Programming
    • Production Management
    • Decision Analysis
    • Data Envelopment Analysis

    Computer Aided Geometric Design

    • Computer Aided Geometric Design
    • Optimization
    • Computer Graphics

    Mathematical Modelling

    • Mathematical Modelling
    • Environmental Evaluation Modelling
    • Environmental System Modelling
    • Adaptive Digital Signal Processing
    • Phase-field Modelling
    • Computational Intelligence

    Expertise available in the following School: School of Mathematical Sciences

  • ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants should possess the following:

    A. Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related discipline

    1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

    2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

    a) Research experience for at least one year; or
    b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
    c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
    d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
    e) Grade B+ for final year project

    3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

    a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
    b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
    c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
    d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
    e) Grade B+ for final year project

  • LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

    Not Applicable

  • DURATION

    • Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters

    • Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

  • FEES

    Malaysian (MYR)
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,350.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    • Registration Fee : 330.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,775.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 800.00
    • Convocation Fee : 200.00
    • Research Methodology : 320.00
    International (USD) *
    Full Time Part Time
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1,000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,800.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology: 80.00
    • Registration Fee : 225.00
    • Personal Bond : 1,000.00
    • Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,530.00
    • Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00
    • Convocation Fee : 50.00
    • Research Methodology: 80.00

     

    *Not inclusive 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by Government of Malaysia

    ** Fees are subject to change

Postgraduate

Institute of Postgraduate Studies
Universiti Sains Malaysia,
11800 Penang, Malaysia.

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