Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (BSMath)

Mathematics is often described as the science of patterns. Mathematicians seek to discover, analyze, and classify patterns in both abstract objects and natural phenomena. The traditional domains of study are quantity (arithmetic), structure (algebra), space (geometry), and change (analysis). Mathematics offers distinctive and powerful modes of thought such as abstraction, generalization, deduction, inference, use of symbols, and the axiomatic method. Mathematical truth is established through logical analysis and proof. As a universal discipline, it is rich in both theory and applications.

Mathematics is used as an essential tool in many fields, including the natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, and the social sciences. Apart from being the language of the physical sciences, mathematics shares much in common with the former, notably in the exploration of logical consequences of assumptions. Mathematics is also regarded as an art, having an aesthetic and creative side.

Mathematicians engage in pure mathematics (BS Mathematics) or mathematics for its own sake, without having, at least initially or intentionally, application or utility in mind.

Constant revisions of existing curricula or programs have been happening in the past; however, it is still a function of the institution to make the offered curricula or programs responsive to the needs and demands of its graduates to be at par and be globally competitive individuals. With this, an upgrading, standardization, and enrichment of the institution’s academic programs, specifically for the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (BSMath), is a necessary component of instruction. The revised curriculum addresses the demands and needs from various fields such as industry, academe, and research in order to make the graduates a perfect match and competent in their respective areas of expertise.

The updated policies, guidelines, and rules of the Commission of Higher Education (CHED) and local and international HEI’s served as guiding tools in revising the existing curriculum of the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program is a four-year degree program designed to provide students a solid foundation in the major areas of mathematics such as algebra, analysis, and geometry with the aid of the current state-of-the-art technologies.

The program equips students with mathematical thinking skills through abstraction, pattern recognition, problem solving, and argumentation, as tools to become globally competitive professionals.

The program also prepares students for higher studies or careers in the academe, statistics, actuarial science, operations research, risk management, business and economics, banking and finance, information technology, and other allied fields.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding in the core areas of Mathematics - algebra, arithmetic, analysis geometry including recent trends and development;
Display skills in pattern recognition, generalization, abstraction, critical analysis, synthesis, problem solving using scientific method in making and evaluating mathematical conjectures and rigorous arguments;
Appreciate the usage and role of proof and reasoning and demonstrate knowledge in reading and writing mathematics;
Communicate effectively the information, mathematical ideas, problems and solutions orally and in writing using clear and precise language, to other scientists, decision makers and the public;
Demonstrate professional, social, and ethical responsibility and instill vigorous leadership and good decision-making qualities;
Apply mathematical ideas in providing solutions to decision makers in alleviating national and global problems;
Carry out mathematical and statistical computations through the responsible and proper use of appropriate technologies and techniques in data analysis for sound and scientific judgment formulations; and
Develop and enhance perception and appreciation of the vitality and importance of mathematics in the modern world including inter-relationships within math and its connection to other disciplines across different cultures.