48 monthsProgramme duration
25,862 USDTuition Fee/year
AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The PhD in Mathematics (PhD MATH) builds on Khalifa University’s internationally leading research activity in science, engineering, and medicine. It supports the University’s alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan through the provision of internationally excellent education and student experience in Mathematics, producing highly skilled science professionals capable of transferring state-of-the-art technologies to priority sectors of industry, business and government. The aim of the PhD in Mathematics program is to produce graduates who are able to conduct independent research in Mathematics at the highest levels of originality and quality. The degree will be awarded to students who demonstrate a range of advanced knowledge and skills at the forefront of Mathematics and who complete an independent investigation of a novel specialist topic in order to present a dissertation addressing a problem in cutting edge research. Candidates for the degree will be supervised by teams of experienced researchers.
Upon successful completion of the PhD in Mathematics, a graduate will be able to:
Upon successful completion of the PhD in Mathematics, a graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate and critically analyse comprehensive, deep and overarching knowledge that is at the frontier of recent developments in Mathematical sciences.
- Conduct and defend original independent research that creates significant new knowledge in Mathematical sciences of publishable quality that leads to scholarly articles or other intellectual outputs.
- Analyse and critically evaluate the uses and limitations of diverse methodologies and techniques for solving problems in Mathematical research, leading to informed and valid judgements.
- Select and deploy advanced experimental and related skills to investigate and solve complex problems in Mathematical research.
- Communicate effectively and professionally, in written and oral forms as appropriate, the major tenets of areas of Mathematics and their individual specializations to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrate a commitment to safe, responsible and ethical behaviour in all research and professional activities.
- Reflect upon their role(s) in their research specialization and in the wider research community to ensure that they take responsibility for their own development and that of peer groups and networks.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Mathematics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The PhD in Mathematics (PhD MATH) builds on Khalifa University’s internationally leading research activity in science, engineering, and medicine. It supports the University’s alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan through the provision of internationally excellent education and student experience in Mathematics, producing highly skilled science professionals capable of transferring state-of-the-art technologies to priority sectors of industry, business and government. The aim of the PhD in Mathematics program is to produce graduates who are able to conduct independent research in Mathematics at the highest levels of originality and quality. The degree will be awarded to students who demonstrate a range of advanced knowledge and skills at the forefront of Mathematics and who complete an independent investigation of a novel specialist topic in order to present a dissertation addressing a problem in cutting edge research. Candidates for the degree will be supervised by teams of experienced researchers.
Upon successful completion of the PhD in Mathematics, a graduate will be able to:
Upon successful completion of the PhD in Mathematics, a graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate and critically analyse comprehensive, deep and overarching knowledge that is at the frontier of recent developments in Mathematical sciences.
- Conduct and defend original independent research that creates significant new knowledge in Mathematical sciences of publishable quality that leads to scholarly articles or other intellectual outputs.
- Analyse and critically evaluate the uses and limitations of diverse methodologies and techniques for solving problems in Mathematical research, leading to informed and valid judgements.
- Select and deploy advanced experimental and related skills to investigate and solve complex problems in Mathematical research.
- Communicate effectively and professionally, in written and oral forms as appropriate, the major tenets of areas of Mathematics and their individual specializations to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrate a commitment to safe, responsible and ethical behaviour in all research and professional activities.
- Reflect upon their role(s) in their research specialization and in the wider research community to ensure that they take responsibility for their own development and that of peer groups and networks.
Admission Requirements
91+
6.5+
Regular PhD (For applicants with a Master’s degree)
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent (e.g. an upper second-class honors in a UK-style degree, from a reputable accredited institution).
- Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution.
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution.
- A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (The test must be taken at a test center as the GRE Home Edition is not accepted). Applicants must attempt all three sections of the GRE.
- A minimum level of English proficiency in the form of either:
iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 (The test must be taken at a test center as the TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not accepted) or equivalent,or
Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5, or - A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).
- Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).
- Research statement (500-1,000 words).
- Admission interview.
4 Years
Aug
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
25,862 USD
International
25,862 USD
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