As diverse scholars dedicated to distinction in teaching, scholarship, research and service, we provide the necessary skills in mathematics and statistics to enhance students' education across a range of disciplines.
New major: Mathematical Data Science
“The world is one big data problem.” – Andrew McAfee, principal research scientist, at MIT.
Mathematical Data Science is an exciting inter-disciplinary field that leverages Mathematics, Statistics and computer programming to solve complex problems in business, medicine, sports management and many other fields. Data Scientists with a strong mathematical foundation are uniquely skilled to lead the development and application of new algorithms to generate data-driven discoveries and insights.
Students in our program will undertake core courses in Linear Algebra, Calculus, Mathematical Statistics, Optimization Theory and Statistical Machine Learning (24 credit hours). An emphasis on algorithmic development and computer programming skills such as Python and R are woven into these foundational courses. Students also complete several required courses from the Computer Science department (16 credit hours), providing students with the technical skills needed to carry out a culminating experience, or Capstone project, focused on a Data Science case study (3 credit hours). More information on course requirements can be found here: (Course Catalog and Flow Chart)
As the city of Miami continues to flourish and grow as a technology hub, local career opportunities for graduates of our program will be robust. Students in our program will have the opportunity to network with industry speakers invited to the Department of Mathematics and Statistics seminar series. More information on careers in Data Science can be found here:
· Career Development Resources
For further information about the Mathematical Data Science major, you may contact our Math Faculty Ciprian Gal, cgal@fiu.edu and Julian Edward, edwardj@fiu.edu.
Degrees & Programs
- BS in Mathematical Sciences: Major in Mathematics
- Tracks: Comprehensive, Applied Math, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Physics
- Combined BS/MS in Mathematical Sciences Pathway
- BS in Mathematical Sciences: Major in Statistics
- Combined BS/MS in Mathematical Sciences Pathway
- BS in Mathematical Sciences: Major in Mathematical Data Science (Please scroll the page up to New major).
- BA in Mathematics: Mathematics Education
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News
- Mathematics & Statistics
Students from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics win CASE Awards including Best Dissertation
Apr 22, 2024 - Mathematics & Statistics
FIU places second amongst Florida Schools at the 84th Putnam Math Competition
Apr 15, 2024 - Mathematics & Statistics
Graduate Student Appreciation Spring 2024: Diana Son
Jan 26, 2024 - Mathematics & Statistics
Symmetry and Geometry in South Florida Conference to be held in February
Jan 12, 2024 - Mathematics & Statistics
Passing of John Tenenholtz
Sep 14, 2023 - Science & Technology
Study: Revamped calculus course improves learning
Aug 30, 2023
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Department of Mathematics and Statistics
11200 SW 8th Street, DM 430
Miami, FL 33199
Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Main Tel: 305-348-3769
Math Tel: 305-348-2743
Stats Tel: 305-348-2745
Fax: 305-348-6158
Email: mathstat@fiu.edu