Master of Science in Mathematics

About

Expanding Skills in Mathematical Analysis and Techniques. The emphasis of this program is on mathematical analysis and techniques.  It stresses training in a broad array of mathematical areas including real and functional analysis, and applied and computational mathematics. The requirements for this degree allow students to prepare for entry into the Ph.D. program in (applied) mathematics or for employment in teaching, business, industry, or government.  Many graduate students earn this degree along the way to earning their Ph.D. in our doctoral program. Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: Demonstrate mastery of graduate-level courses in mathematics covering a range of topics, including mathematical analysis, mathematical methods and modeling, computational mathematics, and operations research. Demonstrate mastery of graduate-level courses in at least one area outside of mathematics. From the precise mechanics of the inner workings of living cells, to predicting how fluids and structures interact, Rensselaer mathematicians are continuing an establish tradition of harnessing mathematics to support engineering and scientific pursuits for the good of our 21st-century world. Each Master’s student must participate in a Capstone Professional Experience, by registering for and completing one of the following alternatives: a Master’s Project in Mathematics, MATH 6980 and a Master’s Practicum, MATH 6970, such as a graduate cooperative internship.

Career Path

Career path includes Risk Analyst, Financial Analyst, Investment Strategist, Pension Consultant, Insurance Data Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, Asset-Liability Manager, Data Scientist, Statistical Modeler, Operations Research Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, Business Intelligence Analyst, AI/ML Developer, Algorithm Developer, Simulation Engineer, Blockchain Developer, Computational Mathematician, Market Research Analyst, Cryptographer, Science Policy Advisor, Environmental Modeling Analyst, Space Research Analyst, Public Sector Statistician, Education Program Manager, Science Communicator.