Mathematics (BSc, 4 Years)

Program Overview

This Mathematics degree equips students with a comprehensive foundation in various mathematical areas, enabling them to solve real-world problems using mathematical methods. Graduates can pursue careers in diverse fields such as finance, science, education, and technology, or continue their studies in postgraduate programs. The program emphasizes analytical, critical, and abstract thinking, along with computational and problem-solving skills.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Aims:

• Equip students with the knowledge and skills required for:
• Pursuing graduate studies in Mathematics and related fields.
• Identifying and solving real-world problems using Mathematical methods.
• Teaching Mathematics.
• Emphasize the application of mathematics in various sciences like physics, engineering, finance, and social sciences.
• Develop analytical, critical, and abstract thinking along with computational and problem-solving skills.

Objectives:

• Provide a comprehensive foundation in various mathematical areas:
• Modern and traditional algebra
• Analysis
• Geometry
• Applied and computational mathematics
• Probability and statistics
• Enable students to use mathematical methods to solve problems in various disciplines.

Career Prospects:

• Graduates can find employment in numerous public and private sector areas, including:
• Banking, financial institutions, and market research
• Secondary education
• Public organizations like the Central Bank of Cyprus
• Research centers and software development companies

Outline:

This program consists of five sections:

Section A: Major Requirements (106 ECTS Credits):

• Mathematics Laboratory (2 ECTS)
• Mathematics with Computers (8 ECTS)
• Foundations of Mathematics (8 ECTS)
• Calculus I and II (8 ECTS each)
• Probability and Statistics I and II (6 ECTS each)
• Ordinary Differential Equations (6 ECTS)
• Linear Algebra I and II (6 ECTS each)
• Differential Geometry I (8 ECTS)
• Introduction to Modern Algebra (8 ECTS)
• Real Analysis (8 ECTS)
• Complex Analysis (8 ECTS)

Section B: Major Electives (70-90 ECTS Credits):

• Students can choose from a variety of electives related to mathematics, including:
• Elementary Number Theory
• Linear Algebra II
• Linear Models I and II
• Numerical Analysis I and II
• Graph Theory
• Functional Analysis
• Various special topics in mathematics
• Time Series Modeling and Forecasting
• Mathematical Modeling
• Fluid Mechanics
• Applied Mathematical Analysis
• Numerical Solution of Differential Equations
• Topology
• Measure and Integration

Section C: Science Requirements and Electives (20-40 ECTS Credits):

• Students can choose courses from various science disciplines, including:
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Programming Principles
• Data Structures
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Database Management Systems
• Computer Graphics
• Theory of Computation
• Algorithms
• Artificial Intelligence
• Electromagnetics
• Physics

Section D: Language Requirements (12 ECTS Credits):

• Students must take courses in technical writing and research along with English composition.

Section E: Business Electives (6-26 ECTS Credits):

• Students can choose from various business-related courses, including:
• Accounting
• Organizational Behavior
• Economics
• Finance
• Management
• Marketing

Section F: Liberal Arts Electives (6-26 ECTS Credits):

• Students can choose from various liberal arts electives, including:
• Anthropology
• Visual Arts
• Didactics of Secondary School Mathematics
• Western World Literature and Composition
• Society and Environment
• Modern European History and Politics
• Language and Culture courses (French, German, Italian, Russian)
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• University Experience

Assessment:

Course assessment typically involves a final exam and continuous assessment through mid-terms, projects, and class participation. Final grades are based on a weighted average of these two assessment components.

Teaching:

The program offers a combination of lectures, tutorials, and practical exercises. The faculty includes experienced mathematicians with expertise in various areas. The program also utilizes modern technology and software tools for teaching and learning.

Careers:

Graduates can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Mathematics and Statistics: Mathematicians, Statisticians, Data Scientists, Researchers
• Finance and Economics: Financial Analysts, Actuaries, Economists
• Science and Engineering: Engineers, Scientists, Researchers
• Education: Mathematics Teachers, Researchers in Mathematics Education
• Technology: Software Developers, Data Analysts, AI Specialists

Other:

• The program prepares students for further studies in postgraduate programs in mathematics and related fields.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to participate in research projects.
• The program offers a variety of student support services, including academic advising, career counseling, and tutoring.