The Master of Arts in Mathematics program offers scholarly instruction in mathematics through computing and mathematical theories and applications, extensive research, and upgrading modern trends in mathematics.
Master of Arts in Math
The Master of Arts in Mathematics program offers scholarly instruction in mathematics through computing and mathematical theories and applications, extensive research, and upgrading modern trends in mathematics.
Graduates of this program can secure senior positions as educators, researchers, programmers or analysts.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the concepts in the core areas of mathematics in writing proofs.
- Conduct investigations and researches to generate new knowledge and theories in mathematics.
- Utilize mathematical research findings to address the needs of community and environment.
- Demonstrate excellent work attitudes and ethics to function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in multicultural and in multidisciplinary settings.
- Engage in independent and lifelong learning in the field of mathematics in relation to other disciplines.
Basic Courses (4 units)
- Life and Works of St. La Salle
- Research in Mathematics
Required Courses (15 units)
- Abstract Algebra
- Mathematical Analysis
- Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Analysis 2
- Set Theory and Logic
Electives (12 units)
Choice of four (4) course from the following:
- Advanced Statistics
- Number Theory
- Graph Theory
- Differential Equations
- Euclidean and non-Euclidean
- Geometry
- Numerical Analysis
- Linear Statistical Models
- Multivariate Statistical Methods
- Statistical and Machine Learning
- History of Concepts in Mathematics
Additional Requirements
- Graduate Seminar (GRMS229; 3units)
- Comprehensive Exam
- Thesis (GRMA301; 6 units)
General Policies
- Must be a graduate of APM/BS/BSE major in Math, or any related degree.
- Non-AB/BS/BSE Math graduates must have earned 12 units of any of the following bridging courses: Trigonometry, College Algebra, Linear Algebra, Analytic Geometry, or Differential Calculus.
- Have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 or its equivalent in the undergraduate course.
- Pass the psychometric exam conducted by the Center for Students Admissions (CSA).
- Accomplish and submit the following
For New Applicants:
- Application for Admissions (2 copies);Download here
- TOR (1 original; 1 photocopy) and diploma (2 photocopies; original copy must be presented for verification purposes);
- *Two recommendation letters from employer or former professors;
- NSO Birth certificate (2 photocopies);
- NSO marriage certificate- for married female applicant (2 photocopies);
- *Certificate of employment, if employed;
- 3 pcs. passport-sized pictures
- *Resume with research plan;
- College/MS/MA Diploma (2 photocopies);
For DLSU-D graduates
- Application for Admissions form; Download here
- TOR (1 original and 1 photocopy) and diploma (2 photocopies; original copy must be presented for verification purposes);
- Satisfy all the Admissions requirements given by CSA.
- Pay to the University’s Accounting Office the Admissions fee of $500 for both permanent resident alien and transient alien.
- Pass the English proficiency test for non- English speaking applicants.
Other requirements for foreign student applicants:
- The maximum residency for master’s program shall be five (5) years including thesis writing.
- A student is allowed to file a leave of absence (LOA) for a semester, renewable for another semester. However, this LOA is counted in his maximum residency.
- A course taken from another school with similar or the same description may be credited in the graduate program upon the recommendation of the Director of COS Graduate Studies and approval of the Dean of the COS. A maximum of six (6) units shall be credited.
- An ‘In Progress’ grade is given to a graduate student who failed to comply or submit course work requirements within one school year. Failure to complete within the specified time would mean a grade of 0.0.
- A student who has already earned more than 50% of his/her academic subjects shall not be allowed to shift to another graduate program.
Students who have completed all the requirements are the only ones allowed to graduate and attend the graduation ceremonies. The requirements are as follows:
- Completion of academic units;
- Passing the comprehensive examination and thesis defense;
- Completion of the research paper requirements;
- At least one (1) publication in a refereed journal related to the program during study;
- Completion of all pertinent documents to be submitted to the Registrar’s Office;
- Clearance form to be signed by designated persons/offices;
- Payment of all financial and other obligations to the University