Master's Programs

Master of Arts / Master of Science (M.A. / M.Sc.)- Mathematics - 2 Years Program

Master of Science (M.Sc. Tech.)- Instrustrial Mathematics with Computer Applications - 3 Years Program

The two-year M.A./M.Sc. (Mathematics) degree program consists of four semesters (terms) with each semester lasting for six months. Beginning August 2002, the Department is implementing the Credit System of evaluation of students. It is required that the student earn 100 credits to acquire his/her Master's degree. The course contents are at presnt under revision to meet the needs of the Credit System.


Post-Graduate Programs

Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.)

The M.Phil degree program is a post-M.A./M.Sc. program which requires that the student pass in 3 courses and submit a dissertation. The dissertation could contain original results, though typically it is an exposition of some mathematical results already present in the literature. Having passed in the courses and submitted his/her dissertation, the student has to face a viva to defend the dissertation. The over-all grade awarded to the student depends on his/her performance in the courses and the viva as well as on the quality of the dissertation. Every year the department conducts interviews, normally in August, to admit students to the M.Phil. program. Typically, the student completes the M.Phil. program in less than 3 years since the time of his/her being admitted to the program. The M.Phil. program is highly suitable for those college teachers who are looking to improve their qualifications without getting into the Ph.D. program.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

The Ph.D. degree program is a post-M.A./M.Sc. program which requires that the student submit a mathematical thesis containing original results. Having submitted his/her thesis, the student has to face a viva to defend the thesis. The admission of the student to the Ph.D. program is approved by a committee appointed by the University of Pune. The application form must include the name of the Research Guide. This involves seeking a prior approval of the Research Guide by the student. The admission to the Ph.D. program can be sought at any time of the year. Normally, the student takes at least 4 years to obtain his/her Ph.D. degree since the time of his/her being admitted to the program. While it is not uncommon for a student to complete the M.Phil. program before registering as a Ph.D. student, the M.Phil. degree is not a prerequisite for being admitted to the Ph.D. program.