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MA Mathematics at University of California, Santa Cruz

University of California, Santa Cruz, United States

Programme overview

The objectives of the mathematics M.A. program give students advanced fundamental knowledge in the areas of algebra, analysis, and geometry in order to prepare them for admission in top Ph.D. programs, for work in industry, or for a teaching career at community colleges.

Faculty: Physical and Biological Sciences Division  |  Department: Mathematics  |  Duration: Master's students are expected to complete their degree within two years.  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Santa Cruz, CA, United States

What you will study

Required courses listed in the catalogue include Pedagogy of Mathematics, Algebra I, Algebra II, Algebra III, Analysis I, Analysis II.

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Entry requirements

Master's students are expected to complete their degree within two years. Students admitted to the M.A. program may apply to the Mathematics Department to transfer to the Ph.D. program upon passing the required preliminary examinations at the Ph.D. level.

Duration: Master's students are expected to complete their degree within two years.

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