BD "Applied mathematics"

Bachelor’s Program “Applied Mathematics”

Educational Field 6.040301 “Applied Mathematics”

Qualification Granted

Bachelor in the field of “Applied Mathematics”

Qualification Level

Bachelor (first level of higher education)

Special Requirements for Admission

No, enrollment is based on the general terms of admission.

Special Regulations for Recognition of Prior Education (formal, informal, or non-certificate)

No

Program Profile

The specialists of this field are designed to work at enterprises of all forms of ownership, of different types and levels, in project organizations, advisory centers, scientific and educational institutions.

The total amount of ECTS credits is 240, including: mandatory disciplines: humanitarian, social and economic training (16 credits); training in fundamental natural sciences (52.5 credits); professional and practical training (96 credits);

optional disciplines: humanitarian, and social economic training (8 credits); training in fundamental natural sciences (6.5 credits); professional and practical training (14 credits); disciplines of students’ free choice (39.5 credits).

Key Learning Outcomes:

1. Knowledge in the Subject Area

• Discrete Mathematics
• Mathematical Analysis
• Functional Analysis
• Differential Equations
• Computer Algebra
• Data analysis
• Numerical methods
• Optimization methods
• Control Theory
• System Analysis and Decision Theory
• Programming
• Computer Software
• System Programming
• Computer Networks
• Databases and Information Systems
• Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
• Information and Coding Theory
• Computational Geometry
• Cryptology
• Financial Mathematics

2. Cognitive Skills in the Subject Area

• ability to use profession-oriented knowledge and practical skills within basic subjects in information technologies;
• ability to apply knowledge and skill to solve applied problems;
• ability to use computer software necessary for scientific work.

3. Practical Skills in the Subject Area

• ability to develop mathematical models of computerized objects and processes;
• knowledge of modern methods of efficient access to information, its collection, systematization, and storing;
• ability to use methods of information identification and classification based on new information technologies through software and hardware tools, local and global computer networks;
• knowing methods of statistical modeling and forecasting, carrying out data evaluation;
• ability to develop mathematical models in the form of differential equations, using methods of solving differential equations;
• ability to build effective computational algorithms for calculation tasks, determining the effectiveness of programs using computer software;
• ability to choose rational algorithms for solving mathematical problems of optimization and optimal control;
• ability to set specific application problems and find the best solutions using the methods of decision making;
• ability to develop complex software solutions for enterprises and companies, including the design of computer networks and alternative computer systems including the assessment of the resources needed for their implementation;
• knowledge of modern methods of designing programs and software systems, developing optimal software solutions, and algorithms of procedures and operations;
• skills of collecting, processing, analysis and systematization of scientific and technical information, summarizing the best national and international experience in the area of developing computer software systems.

4. General Skills

• ability to consider the impact of environmental factors of direct and indirect effect on the performance of professional activities;
• various practical skills of computerized collection and processing of information;
• ability to work professionally with up-to-date computer hardware;
• ability to apply the obtained knowledge in practice;
• ability to self-study and continue one’s professional development;
• communication skills including oral and written communication in Ukrainian, English, and at least one of the widely-spread European languages​​;
• interaction skills, ability to work in groups; conflict and stress management;
• ability for self-discipline and effective time-management.

Professional Graduates’ Profile and Potential Positions

Bachelor in the field of “Applied Mathematics” focuses on mathematical modeling, development of algorithms, design, development and maintenance of computer software.

Access to Further Education

Bachelor in the field of “Applied Mathematics” can continue university studies at the second level of higher education (Master level) under “Intelligent Decision Support Systems” specialty and “Applied Mathematics” specialty.

Regulations for Examinations, Assessment and Grades

The Tentative Provisions for Knowledge Assessment and Rating System for Students under Credit and Module System of Academic Process.

Graduation Requirements

Complete academic program of 240 credits; state examinations passed successfully.

Format of Education

Full-time

Head of Program

Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Professor Yuri V. Bodnarchuk.