PhD in Mathematics
About This Programme
A 54-credit research doctorate in pure and applied mathematics (24 credits coursework + 30-credit dissertation) with a qualifying exam and doctoral seminar. Prepares graduates for university research and teaching and for R&D in industry and government.
Course Highlights
- Research doctorate at the frontier of pure and applied mathematics
- Advanced required core in ODEs, functional analysis, measure theory and commutative algebra
- Two-area qualifying examination (analysis, algebra, numerical analysis, differential equations, topology)
- Original dissertation (MTH 799); 54 credits, minimum four years
What You'll Study
Doctoral training in pure and applied mathematics with advanced coursework, a two-area written qualifying examination (MTH 790) and an original dissertation (MTH 799).
Required Courses (42 credits incl. dissertation and 0-credit components)
- MTH 705 Theory of Ordinary Differential Equations3 credits
- MTH 710 Functional Analysis3 credits
- MTH 711 Measure Theory3 credits
- MTH 733 Commutative Algebra3 credits
- MTH 790 Qualifying Examination0 credits
- MTH 795 Doctoral Seminar0 credits
- MTH 799 Dissertation (minimum 30 credits)30 credits
Elective Courses (minimum 12 credits, choose 4)
- MTH 701 Advanced Probability Theory3 credits
- MTH 706 Analysis of Partial Differential Equations3 credits
- MTH 707 Extreme Values and Financial Risk3 credits
- MTH 715 Operator Theory3 credits
- MTH 735 Nonlinear Algebra3 credits
- MTH 741 Dynamical Systems and Chaos3 credits
- MTH 751 Algebraic Coding Theory3 credits
- MTH 761 Algebraic Topology3 credits
- MTH 775 Computational Differential Equations3 credits
Entry Requirements
A written and oral qualifying examination is taken during the programme.
Careers
Prepares graduates for careers requiring advanced mathematics, including research and university teaching, and R&D in industry and government.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); AUS holds US regional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Programme Details
Award
PhD in Mathematics
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall)
Typical Offer
Master of Science in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics from a recognised university + IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 80)
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Doctorate
Subject Area
Mathematics
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Doctor of Philosophy
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 73,980/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu with transcripts, a CV, references and a statement of purpose where required. The graduate application fee is AED 450 + 5% VAT. AUS offers graduate assistantships to qualified applicants.