Dual PhD in Mathematics and MS in Biostatistics
Overview
The PhD program in Applied and Industrial Mathematics offers a blend of advanced mathematical and statistical knowledge with the experience to apply that knowledge. Students completing the program have a unique perspective from which they can see the whole of mathematics integrated with applied and industrial needs. A broad and rigorous mathematical core combined with customized application electives and an industrial internship prepares students with life-long career skills in teaching, research, and industry.
The required courses for the dual degree program consist of all non-overlapping core courses for both the PhD in Applied and Industrial Mathematics, as well as the course requirements for the MS in Biostatistics. Courses taken to satisfy the Biostatistics component of the dual degree program can be applied to the 18 credit hours of electives which are required for the PhD in Applied and Industrial Mathematics.
Upon completion of the program, students will receive a PhD in Applied and Industrial Mathematics and a Master of Science in Biostatistics.
Students currently enrolled in the PhD in Applied and Industrial Mathematics program will need to submit complete application materials to the Department of Bioinformatics and Biostatistics for admission to the MS component of the dual degree, as well as notify his/her advisor in the Department of Mathematics of the intention to enter into the dual degree program.
Prerequisites
Undergraduate coursework equivalent to a major in mathematics from an accredited university. This should include at least a one-year course in either analysis or abstract algebra, equivalent to MATH 501-MATH 502 and MATH 521-MATH 522 at the University of Louisville.
Candidates who have not taken both must complete the second in their program.
