Why study mathematics ?
Mathematics is intrinsically beautiful and can be studied for its own sake: you can gain pleasure from the subtleties of sets, numbers, patterns and algebraic structures, and develop logical and analytical skills. Mathematics is also the central tool in the physical and natural sciences as well as in other disciplines such as finance, economics, management and IT. Whatever your taste in Mathematics, Copperbelt University’s varied curriculum will have something to suit you.
By studying Mathematics you gain a diverse range of transferable skills. You learn how to apply the universal language of mathematics in a multiplicity of situations and see connections between them. Mathematics also provides an excellent foundation for a variety of fulfilling career paths or opportunities for further study.
Courses
The mathematics degree program consists of core and optional courses completed in four years. The core courses cover the fundamental topics required from a mathematics degree. The optional modules offered are specific to the course and provide specialist knowledge in that area.
| FIRST YEAR COURSES CS 110 Introductory to Computing CH 110 Introductory to Chemistry M110 Introductory to Mathematics PH 110 Introductory to Physics Introductory to Accounting | SECOND YEAR COURSES M220 Real Analysis M240 Calculus M210 Linear Algebra M270 Mathematics statistics 1 M250 Mechanics 1 M260 Computing |
| THIRD YEAR COURSES M320 Real Analysis II M322 Differential Equations M310 Algebra M370 Mathematics statistics II M350 Fluid Mechanics 1 M330 Topology I | FOURTH YEAR COURSES APPLIED MATHEMATICS MAJOR M400 Research Project M461 Entrepreneurship |
| ELECTIVES (CHOOSE ANY 4 (FOUR)) M410 Operations Research M420 Complex Analysis M430 Econometrics M440 Epidemiology M460 Numerical Analysis M470 Mathematical Statistics III M480 Financial Mathematics M490 Statistical Methods | PURE MATHEMATICS MAJOR M420 Complex Analysis M432 Functional Analysis M412 Module and Field Theory M492 Differential Geometry PE 420 Pedagogics M400 Research Project |
EMPLOYABILITY
Students will have developed advanced technical skills within the field of Mathematics together with an ability to critically analyse and evaluate complex problems. These skills should equip students to enter careers in Mathematics in a variety of roles. There is a shortage of Mathematics-related skills both nationally and regionally, and in particular there is a recognised severe shortage of Mathematicians in industry. Hence the Mathematics qualification that this course offers will make its graduates highly employable. Excellent career opportunities will also be open in operational research, statistics, information analysis, financial advising, actuarial work and accountancy.
Out Come
You will be able to demonstrate a full understanding, knowledge to the analysis, design and synthesis of solutions to problems which require mathematics for their resolution. Within this programme, you will apply knowledge of mathematics with particular and experience of complex and specialised areas of mathematics; Select and apply appropriate techniques reference to its applications in other subject areas (e.g. mathematical education, analysis and modelling of business and finance, computing and scientific systems). You will be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in mathematics. Conduct research into current mathematical literature; review, analyse and evaluate findings in a professional manner. The mathematics programs will enable you to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, making sound judgments in the absence of complete data, and communicating conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences.