B.Sc. Mathematics

  • Program Name : B.Sc. Mathematics
  • Duration : 3 Years
  • Introduced year : 1977
  • Medium of instructions : English

About program

  • Student-centric, meeting the demands of industry & society, incorporating industrial components, hands-on training, skill enhancement modules, industrial project, project with viva-voce, exposure to entrepreneurial skills, training for competitive examinations, sustaining the quality of the core components and incorporating application oriented content wherever required.  
  • The Core subjects include latest developments in the education and scientific front, advanced programming packages allied with the discipline topics, practical training, devising mathematical models and algorithms for providing solutions to industry / real life situations. The curriculum also facilitates peer learning with advanced mathematical topics in the final semester, catering to the needs of stakeholders with research aptitude.    
  • The General Studies and Mathematics based problem solving skills are included as mandatory components in the „Training for Competitive Examinations" course at the final semester, a first of its kind.  
  • The curriculum is designed so as to strengthen the Industry-Academia interface and provide more job opportunities for the students.  
  • The Industrial Statistics course is newly introduced in the fourth semester,  to expose the students to real life problems and train the students on designing a mathematical model to provide solutions to the industrial problems.  
  • The Internship during the second year vacation will help the students gain valuable work experience, that connects classroom knowledge to real world experience and to narrow down and focus on the career path.   
  • Project with viva-voce component in the fifth semester enables the student, application of conceptual knowledge to practical situations. The state of art technologies in conducting a Explain in a scientific and systematic way and arriving at a precise solution is ensured. Such innovative provisions of the industrial training, project and internships will give students an edge over the counterparts in the job market.  
  • State-of Art techniques from the streams of multi-disciplinary, cross disciplinary and inter disciplinary nature are incorporated as Elective courses, covering conventional topics to the latest - Artificial Intelligence.

Eligibility for admission

Candidate should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination conducted by the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Government of Tamil Nadu or any other Examination accepted by syndicate, as equivalent thereto, with Mathematics as one of the subjects in Higher Secondary Education. The candidate should possess the eligibility criteria prescribed by the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.

Program outcomes

Mathematics is the study of quantity, structure, space and change, focusing on problem solving, with wider scope of application in science, engineering, technology, social sciences etc. The key core areas of study in Mathematics include Algebra, Analysis (Real & Complex), Differential Equations, Geometry, and Mechanics. The Bachelor’s Degree B.Sc. Mathematics is awarded to the students on the basis of knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes, values and academic achievements expected to be acquired by learners at the end of the Programme. Learning outcomes of Mathematics are aimed at facilitating the learners to acquire these attributes, keeping in view of their preferences and aspirations for gaining knowledge of Mathematics.   

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics is the culmination of in-depth knowledge of algebra, calculus, geometry, differential equations and several other branches of Mathematics. This also leads to study of related areas like Computer science, Financial Mathematics, Statistics and many more. Thus, this programme helps learners in building a solid foundation for higher studies in Mathematics. The skills and knowledge gained have intrinsic aesthetics leading to proficiency in analytical reasoning. This can be utilised in Mathematical modelling and solving real life problems.   

Students completing this programme will be able to present Mathematics clearly and precisely, make abstract ideas precise by formulating them in the language of Mathematics, describe Mathematical ideas from multiple perspectives and explain fundamental concepts of Mathematics to non-Mathematicians.  

Completion of this programme will also enable the learners to join teaching profession, enhance their employability for government jobs, jobs in banking, insurance and investment sectors, data analyst jobs and jobs in various other public and private enterprises.

Future Scope after higher studies

  1. Higher Studies:

    • Pursue M.Sc. in Mathematics for advanced knowledge in areas like Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Statistics, leading to careers in academia, research, and technical roles.
    • Specialized fields like M.Sc. in Actuarial Science, Data Science, or Computational Mathematics open doors to high-demand careers in finance, insurance, and technology.
    • M.Sc. in Operations Research or Quantitative Finance is ideal for careers in risk analysis, logistics, and financial modeling.
  2. Research & Academia:

    • After completing a Ph.D. in Mathematics, you can work as a professor, lecturer, or researcher in universities and research institutions, or in scientific roles with organizations like ISRO and DRDO.
  3. Data Science & Analytics:

    • Mathematics graduates are highly sought after in data science, machine learning, and AI, with opportunities in tech companies for roles like data analyst, data scientist, or business intelligence analyst.
  4. Actuarial Science:

    • With further studies in Actuarial Science, graduates can become actuaries, working in risk management for insurance companies, pension funds, and investment firms.
  5. Finance & Banking:

    • Mathematics graduates can pursue roles in investment banking, quantitative finance, financial analysis, and risk management by applying mathematical models to financial markets and economic trends.
  6. Engineering & Technology:

    • Specialize in Applied Mathematics to work in fields like computer science, cryptography, network security, and algorithm design.
  7. Civil Services & Government Roles:

    • Graduates can prepare for UPSC exams, or pursue careers in Indian Statistical Services (ISS) or roles in government organizations requiring statistical expertise.
  8. Operations Research:

    • Opportunities in logistics, supply chain management, and optimization across industries by working as an operations researcher or systems analyst.
  9. Teaching:

    • Mathematics graduates can pursue B.Ed. or further qualifications to teach at school levels or work as lecturers after completing higher studies.
  10. Economics & Public Policy:

    • Combine mathematics with economics or public policy to work as a policy analyst or economic consultant, using quantitative methods to analyze social, economic, and political trends.
  11. Research in National & International Institutions:

    • Work in research institutes, defense research organizations, or international organizations like UNESCO and World Bank, using mathematical models in decision-making, development, and scientific research.

With higher studies, B.Sc. Mathematics graduates can access a wide range of prestigious and high-paying careers in education, finance, technology, research, and public service.

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