About
UNLV’s Mathematical Sciences Ph.D. program is Nevada’s only Ph.D. program in the Mathematical Sciences. It is relatively new (established in 2005) and includes concentrations in Applied Math, Pure Math, Computational Math, and Statistics to serve students in many different areas of Mathematical Sciences.
The main part of the Ph.D. is the dissertation. The degree requirements also include: credit requirement, qualifying examination requirement, subject area breadth requirement.
The qualifying examination requirement and the subject area breadth requirement are tailored according to the area of concentration.
Available Options
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Post-Bachelor’s – Pure Mathematics Track
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Post-Bachelor’s – Statistics Track
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Post-Bachelor’s – Computational Mathematics Track
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Post-Bachelor’s – Applied Mathematics Track
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Post-Master’s – Applied Mathematics Track
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Post-Master’s – Computational Mathematics Track
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Post-Master’s – Pure Mathematics Track
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Post-Master’s – Statistics Track
Accreditation
For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will have a broad understanding of several areas of mathematical sciences. They will be able to formulate and solve problems in these areas.
- Students will be able to understand, analyze, create, and write mathematical proofs.
- Students will be able to study and understand mathematical literature.
- Students will be able to produce a piece of original research that is publishable in a peer-reviewed journal.
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Requirements
Documents/Downloads
Doctor of Philosophy - Mathematical Sciences
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Contacts
Graduate Coordinator
Douglas Burke
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics is the foundation for many technical and scientific fields. Through our curriculum, the Department of Mathematical Sciences helps students along paths that lead to branches of science, technology and mathematical specializations. This allows students to prepare themselves for work in areas such as industry, government, or educational institutions.
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College of Sciences
The School of Life Sciences offers programs that meet the needs of students intending to enter the workforce or pursue advanced training in the sciences, medicine, and other professional and technical fields. We provide a well-rounded foundation in natural, physical, and mathematical sciences that can set students up for successful careers and professional programs.