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The particular criteria for the postgraduate admission process commence after bachelor's studies. Every university offers a wide range of disciplines. The candidates are required to get the application forms from the campus of the particular university they are interested in. The application forms can also be submitted through the online portal of the specific university. The students are required to fulfil the criteria and attach the documents of their academic records. The students appear in the entry tests as part of the admission process.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for MS Mathematics is a minimum of 50% marks in BS Mathematics or a 2.5 CGPA. Graduate Assessment Tests are also applicable with a minimum of 50% score. However, every university may conduct its own entry test other than the general GAT, GRE, etc.
New Admission Intake
The admission intake comprises two sessions. The fall and spring session commencing in the months of September and April respectively.
Entry Test
Entry Test is a mandatory part of the admission. Every candidate is required to pass the entry test to proceed for the interview portion. There are different types of entry tests which include the university test, graduate assessment test or others. The students who appear for the entry tests should be prepared for their respective field and the different types of questions including field-related, research-based, and logical questions.
Merit List
Merit lists depict the number of students who have been successful for the admission in the particular program. There can be two to three merit lists as well depending upon the availability of seats in the program.
Fee Structure
The fee structure depends upon the sector of the university. The fee structure is higher among the private sector universities than those of the public sector. The approximate fee at a private Lahore-based institute for MS Mathematics is around 399,000/- while for the public sector is 152,510/-(Subject to Vary).
Top Colleges & Institutes for MS Mathematics
Some of the HEC recognized universities offering MS Mathematics are:
- Foundation for Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST)
- Lahore University of Management and Sciences (LUMS)
- The University of Management and Technology, Lahore
- Virtual University
- COMSATS University
- National University of Modern Languages
- Bahria University, Islamabad
- Allama Iqbal Open University
- International Islamic University, Islamabad
- Lahore College for Women University
- Khawaja Fareed University Of Engineering & Information Technology
- Riphah International University Lahore
- National University of Science and Technology
PRIVATE SECTOR
The private sector universities offering MS Mathematics are:
- Foundation for Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST)
The MS degree in Mathematics is designed to expand the knowledge of mathematical courses. The eligibility criteria of FAST is a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or equivalent with at least 55% of marks. The students are required to have a score of more than 50% on the university test.
- Lahore University of Management and Sciences (LUMS)
LUMS is one of the leading private institutes in Lahore. It offers a 2-year degree in Mathematics which further provides opportunities in applied or pure mathematics. It is a research-based degree leading to advanced knowledge for students. The students can pursue their careers at various known universities as lecturers, researchers, or at various organizations. The applicants applying for an MS degree must have a minimum of 60% of marks in bachelor’s degree. The bachelor’s degree should be from an HEC accredited university in the areas of mathematics, physics, or statistics. The graduates are required to have any of the graduate assessment tests i.e. GRE, GAT, or LUMS entry test. The entry test particularly consists of logical, analytical, reasoning, and field-related questions. Students can get further information through the online portal.
- The University of Management and Technology, Lahore
The students who have completed their bachelor’s degree in mathematics or equivalent with a minimum of 60% of marks are eligible to apply for an MS in Mathematics at the University of Management and Technology. The university has great excellence and command in providing capable researchers over the years.
- National University of Science and Technology
The department of Mathematics at NUST offers postgraduate programs in Mathematics. The course work has been designed with the HEC guidelines. After the students have completed their bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, they are eligible to apply for an MS degree.
- COMSATS University
The 2-year thesis-based degree enables students to in-depth learning of advances in the field of mathematics. Candidates who have completed 16 years of education with a minimum of 50% marks are eligible to apply for a postgraduate degree in Mathematics. The graduate assessment test i.e. NTS, GAT is compulsory for admission.
PUBLIC SECTOR
- Virtual University
The applicants who have completed their bachelor’s degree in mathematics or equivalent are eligible to apply for admission in postgraduate Mathematics. The graduates are capable of pursuing their careers in academics and as a researcher.
- National University of Modern Languages
The students who have earned a bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from an HEC recognized university with a minimum of 2.5 CGPA are eligible to apply for an MS in Mathematics. The admission is granted solely on a merit basis. The students are required to perform well in the graduate assessment test to increase their enrolment chances.
- Bahria University, Islamabad
The eligibility criteria for Bahria University is 16 years of education in the relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks. Every applicant is required to undergo the entry test with a minimum of 50% score.
- Lahore College for Women University
The eligibility criteria at LCWU include students who have a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or equivalent with a minimum of 2.5 CGPA and 50% qualifying marks in the entry test. The entry test is mandatory for every student. For further details visit the official website.
- Khawaja Fareed University Of Engineering & Information Technology
To produce credible researchers in the field of mathematics a 2-year MS degree in Mathematics has been designed. To avail of an admission opportunity in MS Mathematics a student must have a bachelor's degree in Maths or equivalent with a minimum of 50% score.
