Contact Information

Address:  1001 New Science Facility
Phone:  906-227-2020
Fax:  906-227-2010
Web Address:  https://math.nmu.edu
Department Email:  Math_CS@nmu.edu

Master of Science in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a program of graduate study leading to a Master of Science degree in the field of Mathematics. The program is designed to ​increase competence in​ the core mathematical fields of linear algebra, topology, and analysis. The student will complete a project or thesis pertaining to an area of interest to the student under the direction of an advisor. ​If a student elects for the thesis option, an oral defense of their thesis work is required.​ If a student elects for the project option, submission of a written project is required.  If a student elects for the actuarial project option, they must pass two internal or external professional actuarial exams not already passed. ​The program is designed to prepare the student for creative professional work in mathematics, to teach mathematics at the post-secondary level, or for further study at the doctoral level.

Master of Science in Computer Science

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a program of graduate study leading to a Master’s of Science in Computer Science degree in the field of Computer Science. The program is designed to increase professional competence in the core field of design and analysis of algorithms and three of five broad fields of the student’s choice in contemporary computer science. The selection can include artificial intelligence, software, programming languages, theory, and networking. The student will complete a capstone project or a thesis pertaining to an area of interest to the student under the direction of an advisor. If a student elects for the thesis option, submission of a written manuscript and an oral defense of the thesis work is required. If a student elects for the project option, submission of a written manuscript is required.

Programs


Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Graduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.