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MATHEMATICS

Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics

  • Duration : 04 years
  • Course Fee : LKR 2740/= per Credit in Levels 3 and 4, LKR 3435/= per credit in levels 5 and 6
  • Issuing of Applications : April 20, 2024
  • Closing Date for Applications : May 22, 2024

Our Bachelor of Science Honours degree program in Mathematics is designed to provide graduates with a comprehensive and profound understanding of both pure and applied mathematics. This program equips students with the skills needed to become independent learners and thinkers, preparing them for diverse challenges in the field.

We believe that this qualification will help graduates solidify and expand their knowledge in key areas of pure mathematics while also gaining a strong grasp of applied mathematics. This dual focus allows students to develop the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to tackle real-world problems through mathematical modeling and computational methods. Additionally, the program fosters research capabilities, empowering students to contribute innovatively to the discipline.

Whether you are aiming for a career in academia, industry, or further study, this degree provides a robust foundation and opens doors to a wide range of opportunities.

 

Programme Structure

(Ο – for optional, × – compulsory)

Level 3

Course code Course Title Credit value
Subject 1

Pure Mathematics

 PEU3300 Mathematical Logic and Mathematical Proofs

3

 ×
PEU3301 Foundation of Mathematics

3

 ×
PEU3302 Vector Spaces

2

 ×
Subject 2

Applied Mathematics

 ADU3300 Vector Algebra

3

 ×
ADU3201

Basic Statistics

2

 ×
ADU3302 Differential Equations

3

 ×

Subject 3 from among, Computer Science, Chemistry, and Physics and offer a total of 24 credits of regular courses with 8 credits each from those disciplines, and 6 credits of open elective courses.

Level 04 

Course code Course Title Credit value
Major Subject 1

Pure Mathematics

 PEU4300 Real Analysis I

3

×
PEU4301 Real Analysis II

3

×
PEU4302 Linear Algebra

3

×
PEU4303 Group Theory I

3

×
Major Subject 2

Applied Mathematics

 ADU4300 Statistical Distribution Theory

3

×
ADU4301 Newtonian Mechanics I

3

×
ADU4302 Vector Calculus

3

×
ADU4303 Applied Linear Algebra and Differential Equations

3

×
  • Your Minor Subject will be the Subject 3 chosen at Level 3 and, in addition, offer a total of 24 credits of courses with 12 credits each from  Major Subject 1 and Major Subject 2 (Subject 1 and 2 at Level 3) and 6 credits from the Minor Subject.

Level 5

Course code Course Title Credit value
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specialization

 PEU5300 Riemann Integration

3

×
PEU5301 Ring Theory

3

O
PEU5302 Combinatorics

3

O
PEU5303 Number Theory

3

O
PEU5304 Introduction to Complex Analysis

3

O
PEU5305 Complex Analysis I

3

×
ADU5300 Linear Programming

3

O
ADU5301 Regression Analysis I

3

O
  ADU5302 Mathematical Methods

3

×
ADU5303 Newtonian Mechanics II

3

O
ADU5304 Operational Research

3

O
ADU5305 Statistical Inference

3

O
ADU5306 Fluid Mechanics

3

O
  ADU5307 Numerical Methods

3

×
ADU5308 Graph Theory

3

O

Total requirement for Level 5 – A total of 30 credits of courses with twenty four (24) course credits from the subjects of Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics including all the compulsory courses specified by the respective department,
and remaining six (06) course credits from any subjects and/or open elective courses at the Level 5.

Level 6

Course code Course Title Credit value
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specialization

 PEU6300 Group Theory II

3

O
PEU6601 Point Set Topology

6

×
PEU6602

Measure Theory

 6

×
PEU6303 Complex Analysis II

3

O
PEU6304 Functional Analysis

3

O
PEU6305 Introduction to Galois Theory

3

O
PEU6306 Advanced Topics in Real Analysis

3

O
PEU6611 Research Project in Mathematics

6

×
ADU6300

Stochastic Processes

 3

O
ADU6301

Regression Analysis II

 3

O
ADU6302 Statistical Quality Control

3

O
ADU6303 Actuarial Mathematics

3

O
ADU6304 Computational Mathematics

3

×
ADU6305 Optimization Theory

3

×
ADU6306 Mathematical Modelling

3

O
  • Total requirement for Special Degree – A total of 30 credits at level 6  from the subjects of Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics at Level 6, including all the compulsory courses specified (or as specified by the relevant department) with at least 6 credits of research component.

Admission Criteria for BSc (Hons) in Mathematics

Eligibility criteria for admission to the Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Mathematics

The BSc Honours Degree in Mathematics Programme is a four-year programme, comprising courses, adding up to a total of one hundred and twenty (120) credits from Levels 3, 4, 5 and 6.  Students will be selected for the honours Degree in mathematics on the completion of Level 3 and Level 4. To be eligible to register for the BSc Honours Degree Programme in mathematics leading to the BSc in mathematics, a student should fulfill the following criteria, within four (04) consecutive academic years from initial registration in B.Sc. Programme.

  • A minimum of C grades for thirty (30) course credits of regular courses at Level 3 including Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics as Major subjects, AND,
  • A minimum of C grades for twenty-four (24) course credits at Level 4, including twelve (12) course credits from Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics, at least eligibility for sitting final examination for the six (06) course credits in minor subject, AND
  • A minimum GPA of 3.00 in course credits adding up to forty (40) course credits of Levels 3 and 4, from the Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics, AND,
  • At least a Pass grade or Exemption for each of the continuing education courses CYE3200, LEE3410/LTE3401/LTE3406 and CSE3213/CSE3214.

 

For the award of the Bachelor of Science honours Degree, a student shall require to complete the above requirements within eight (08) academic years from his/her initial registration to the BSc Degree Programme. For the award of the classes of the Bachelor of Science Honours Degree, a student shall require to complete the above requirements within six (06) academic years from his/her initial registration to the BSc Degree Programme.

Those who do not complete within the stipulated period may exit at level 5 to be considered for the Degree of Bachelor of Science or at Level 4 to be considered for Higher Diploma in Science.

 

 

Accepting On-line Applications:
Closing Date for On-line Applications: 22nd May 2024
Programme Registration date:
Commencement of Academic Activities: 29th May 2024

application form can be downloaded from

Notice Board

Fees for students registering for the BSc Hon’s Degree Programme in the academic Year 2024/25 are as follows.

Course fee 

  • LKR 2740/= per Credit in Levels 3 and 4
  • LKR 3435/= per credit in Levels 5 and 6

Tuition Fee – Overseas Students

    

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  • Last updated :September 5, 2024

Contact Details

This undergraduate study programme is conducted by the Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Natural Sciences. The Open University of Sri Lanka.

Address :

Dr. H.O.W.Peiris, Head/ Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Natural Sciences,
The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala.
Contact :
011 2881019, 0112881309
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