Master of Science in Mathematics
About This Programme
Advanced pure and applied mathematics.
Course Highlights
- Taught at UAEU, ranked #217 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
College Requirements
2 credit hours
- COSC501 Research Methods1 credit
- COSC502 Ethics of Scientific Research1 credit
Core Courses
10 credit hours
- MATH510 Real Analysis3 credits
- MATH520 Numerical Analysis3 credits
- MATH540 Algebra I3 credits
- MATH633 Mathematics Seminar1 credit
Elective Courses
12 credit hours selected from the list
Optional modules
- MATH515 Complex Analysis3 credits
- MATH522 Numerical Methods in Differential Equations3 credits
- MATH541 Number Theory3 credits
- MATH561 General Topology3 credits
- MATH570 Theory of Partial Differential Equations3 credits
- MATH573 Dynamical Systems & Chaos Theory3 credits
- MATH616 Functional Analysis3 credits
- MATH640 Algebra II3 credits
- MATH690 Selected Topics3 credits
- MATH695 Independent Studies3 credits
Thesis
6 credit hours
- COSR699 Thesis6 credits
Entry Requirements
A CV and two references are required; some programmes require an interview or entrance test.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in data science, analytics, finance, teaching and research, or continue to postgraduate study.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Mathematics
Campus
Al Ain
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 34,500/yr
Graduate applicants apply through apply.uaeu.ac.ae with transcripts, a CV and two references, and pay the AED 200 application fee.