Kent State University
Applied Mathematics - Ph.D.
Kent, USA
DURATION
5 Years
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Full time
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On-Campus
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Introduction
Applied Mathematics - Ph.D.
The Ph.D. degree in Applied Mathematics is for those interested in becoming professional scholars, college and university teachers, or independent workers in private, industrial or government research institutions.
Admissions
Curriculum
Major requirements
Mathematics Doctoral-Level Coursework (MATH 70000 or 80000 level)
- Dissertation
Program Outcome
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Understand and appreciate connections between mathematics and other disciplines.
- Be aware of and understand a broad range of mathematical subdisciplines.
- Obtain a broader and deeper understanding of core applied mathematics subdisciplines, including numerical analysis, probability and mathematical statistics.
- Obtain a deep understanding of some subdiscipline.
- Engage effectively in problem solving, including exploring examples, devising and testing conjectures and assessing the correctness of solutions.
- Reason in mathematical arguments at a level appropriate to the discipline, including posing problems precisely, articulating assumptions and reasoning logically to conclusions.
- Approach mathematical problems creatively, including trying multiple approaches and modifying problems when necessary to make them more tractable.
- Develop and carry out a research program in applied mathematics.
- Communicate mathematics clearly both orally and in writing.
- Teach university-level mathematics effectively.