The program began in 1972, and was
the first master's program in mathematics in Jordan, and the student has to
finish 33 hours in one of two tracks:
Thesis track:
- 15 hours Compulsory courses.
- 9 hours optional courses
- 9 credit hours in the preparation
of a thesis
Non-thesis track:
- 24 hours Compulsory courses
- 9 hours optional courses
- Pass the comprehensive exam
The courses include abstract
algebra, mathematical statistics, analysis, topology and applied mathematics
Vision statements of the program:
A program
excelling in pedagogy, research, and innovation and advancing in global
standing
Mission statements of the program:
Providing
students with fulfilling learning experiences, conducting knowledge-producing
research, and building firm societal ties, within an environment conducive to
creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship; making efficient use of resources
and forging fruitful partnerships.
Program Aims:
1.
Developing effective critical thinking for students, providing them with a high
ability to abstract and providing them with knowledge and skills in pure and
applied mathematics.
2. Develop
students' skills for effective communication.
3. The
student should combine applications, theory and problem solving.
4. Students
use technological tools to solve mathematical problems.
5. Students
should be able to secure a career as teachers of mathematics in universities
and higher institutes.
6. Students
should be able to complete their doctoral studies in mathematics.