PhD in Computational and Applied Mathematics
University of Canterbury
Duration
4 years
Intake
Degree
PhD
Program Overview
Big Data! Those two words describe one of the new hot topics in mathematical sciences. The Computational and Applied Mathematical Sciences degree programme will give you access to this, and other fast growing areas of computational mathematics and statistics.
The gap between the demand for graduates with computational mathematical science skills and the supply is predicted to increase, and there is no doubt that a graduate with good skills in this area will be in demand. This is an area of mathematical science that will open up a new world to you.
Key Information
University
University of Canterbury
Campus
Total Credits
360 doctoral points
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
Duration
Tuition Fee:
Format
Attendance:
Study Gap:
Fees & Funding:
Approximately NZD 7,500 – 8,500 per year (international PhD candidates generally pay the same fee as domestic students)
Course Structure
Full time study
Year 1
Development of research proposal, literature review, and training in advanced mathematical modelling and computational methods
Year 2
Implementation of mathematical models, computational simulations, and algorithm development for research problems
Year 3
Advanced research work, analysis of results, and preparation of research publications
Year 4 (if required)
Completion of doctoral thesis, final review, and examination
Full-time candidates typically dedicate about 40 hours per week to research and academic development.
Part time study
Years 1–2
Research planning, literature review, and development of computational methods
Years 3–4
Mathematical modelling, simulations, and data analysis
Years 5–6
Completion of research work, thesis writing, and submission
Part-time candidates often balance their doctoral research with professional work or teaching responsibilities.
Courses include
Advanced Computational Modelling
Numerical Methods and Scientific Computing
Mathematical Simulation and Algorithm Design
Applied Mathematical Analysis
Doctoral Thesis in Computational and Applied Mathematical Sciences
Entry Requirement
Academic
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or Bachelor Honours degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or a related field, demonstrating strong research capability.
Language
IELTS - Minimum score of 6.5, no band below 6.0
PTE - Minimum score of 58, no communicative skills below 50
TOEFL - Minimum score of 90, with no section below 20
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