Master of Science (Mathematics)
The Master of Science in Mathematics Program is designed for those seeking advanced mathematical training in preparation for doctoral studies in related fields, for research, or for teaching college courses.
The MS Math program aims to
- provide students with a foundation sufficient to pursue careers in the academe, industry and government requiring mathematical skills and perspectives;
- provide graduates the requisite education and training to proceed to the Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics program; and
- provide research opportunities intended for students to mature mathematically and prepare them for increasingly self-motivated and independent research and scientific work.
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Admission into the Program
Applications for admission to the program are processed by the College of Science (more information here). Students can apply for admission during the 1st semester or 2nd semester.
Aside from the general requirements for admission set forth by the College of Science, applicants of MS Math program must have completed Advanced Calculus, Abstract and Linear Algebra, and Complex Analysis courses.
For more inquiries, please send an email to ddapr@math.upd.edu.ph.
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Program Curriculum
Students are required to take 24 units of formal graduate courses, 1-unit graduate seminar, and 6 units of thesis. The thesis which will have to be defended before an Examination Committee. Submission of bound copies of the thesis will also be required. The maximum residence of any student under the MS Math program is five (5) years.
Refer to the table below for the curriculum checklist.
First Year
1st Semester 9 units 2nd Semester 9 units Math 210.1 3 Math 210.2 3 Math 220.1 3 Math 228 3 Math 211 3 Math 242 3 Second Year
1st Semester 6 units 2nd Semester 4 units Elective (Allied Course) 3 Math 300 3 Elective (Geometry Course) 3 Math 296 1 Third Year
1st Semester 3 units 2nd Semester Math 300 3 (for illustration purposes only)
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Registration Matters
Registration Process
Refer to the Graduate Student Guide from the UPD College of Science website.
Program Advisers
For students admitted to the MS Math program, please contact your program advisers listed below for your registration concerns.
- Richell Celeste (ching@math.upd.edu.ph)
- Mark Philip Ona (mpona@math.upd.edu.ph)