College of Science
About program
Establishment of the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program
The Department of Mathematics was established in 1433 AH as one of the departments of the Faculty of Science at the Islamic University. Since then, the department has embarked on a journey of scientific research and development. The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program has received full accreditation (2024-2027) from the NCAAA. The department keeps pace with developments in the educational process and the future vision for developing and restructuring educational programs.
Program Mission:
Preparing qualified cadres in mathematics and its applications to meet the needs of the labor market within the framework of a scientific and research environment that supports innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
Program Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
- Outline the fundamental concepts of mathematics
- Recognize mathematical theorems and their implementation
- Describe applications of mathematics in science and engineering
Skills:
- Differentiate between axioms and theorems
- Develop mathematical techniques to solve real-life problems
- Employ computational software to analyze convergent and reliable solutions
- Interpret mathematical proofs
Values, Autonomy, and Responsibility:
- Appraise working independently and within a team
- Use mechanisms for effective time management
- Conserve Islamic public values and tolerant morals of Islam
Characteristics of program graduates-
- Possess basic knowledge in the field of mathematics.
- Logical thinking is used to solve problems.
- Applies mathematical concepts to solve real-life problems.
- Explains various natural phenomena.
- Acquires the ability to practice teaching and learning skills.
Program Description
| College: | Science |
| Department: | Mathematics |
| Specialization: | Mathematics |
| Type of degree: | Bachelor |
| Education approach: | In Class |
| Program hours count: | 140 |
| Program Description | - |
Education type:
Regular
Period:
4 Years
No. Of Levels:
8 Levels
No. Of Weeks Per Level:
18 Weeks
- Preparing distinguished competencies in Mathematics and its applications that contribute and meet societal needs.
- Preparing distinguished competencies in Mathematics and its applications that contribute and meet societal needs.
- Attracting talented students in Mathematics to qualify them for teaching, research positions and preparing them to be faculty members in future.
- Encouraging students and faculty to carry out applied scientific research and participate in conferences.
- Earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics requires completing 139 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 out of 5.00.
- The program is taught through a coursework system, requiring the completion of 139 units, including: 17 units of university requirements, 37 units of college requirements, and 85 units of major requirements (63 units of required courses, 15 units of elective courses, and 7 units of courses from other departments and colleges). These units are distributed across eight academic years.
