Master of Science [M.S] [Mathematics] From West Virginia University

The Department of Mathematics offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. The master's degree program offers specializations in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, industrial/applied/interdisciplinary mathematics, and mathematics for secondary educators. The Ph.D. program provides for a common core of fundamental mathematics followed by specialized studies culminating in an original research dissertation directed by a faculty advisor. Depending on the student's program and interests, there are diverse career opportunities available in education, government, and industry.

The Department of Mathematics offers the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and has programs emphasizing pure and applied mathematics (M.S., Ph.D.), mathematics for secondary educators (M.S.) and research in undergraduate mathematics education (Ph.D). Major goals include the following:

Students in the M.S. program receive broad, rigorous training in areas fundamental to mathematics, with options depending on their post-graduation goals:

• Master's level students planning to continue graduate study will have a solid grounding in mathematics basic to their intended graduate programs.
• Students preparing for industry jobs will possess the breadth of applicable mathematical knowledge and experience needed for the challenges of mathematics in industry.
• Students preparing for secondary education will have a broad based deep appreciation of the core of mathematics and effective pedagogy.