Santa Barbara,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Applied Mathematics - PLAN I Thesis in Santa Barbara United States | University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,118
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Mathematics is often referred to as both the ruler and the helper of scientific fields. The ancient Greeks pioneered it as a standalone subject, introducing the concept of mathematical proofs. Newton later created calculus in the 1600s to aid his work in mechanics, enabling accurate predictions of planetary movements. This groundbreaking achievement solidified mathematics as the perfect framework for precise quantitative models. In modern times, mathematics forms the backbone of physics, economics, and engineering while growing increasingly vital in astronomy, chemistry, geology, finance, weather forecasting, cryptography, environmental studies, computing, social sciences, and numerous other domains. Beyond its practical uses, mathematics thrives as an independent pursuit, brimming with elegant challenges and continuous advancements. Though these may not always have immediate real-world purposes, past trends show that today's abstract mathematical discoveries often become tomorrow's indispensable scientific tools.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants who have conducted their post-secondary education outside of the United States must have completed an undergraduate degree program equivalent to a University of California bachelor's degree by the beginning of their graduate program at UCSB. Equivalent undergraduate degrees usually include a minimum four years of university work and above-average scholarship. The degree must be awarded by an accredited institution. Satisfaction of minimal standards does not, however, guarantee admission, since the number of qualified applicants far exceeds the number of spaces available. An excellent command of written and spoken English is required prior to enrollment at UCSB. To enter the honors program in mathematics, a student must have completed 120 units of coursework with an overall grade-point average of at least 3.5 and at least 24 upper-division mathematics and statistics units with a grade-point average of at least 3.5. Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test (DET). TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) 550, TOEFL internet-based test (iBT) and TOEFL iBT Home Edition 80, IELTS Academic and IELTS Indicator - Overall Band Score of 7.
Tuition
USD
29,118