Mathematics, Statistics and Physics
Welcome to the Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics
I am delighted to welcome you to the website of the department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (MSP) at the College of Arts and Sciences.
With its vision of becoming one of the leading departments in the region, MSP is committed to creating and disseminating high quality knowledge related to Mathematics, Statistics, Physics and Material Science through research, teaching and various professional contributions. MSP aims also to serve the academic community and the public in general. To exemplify this commitment, in 2011, the department initiated the Statistics Consulting Unit.
The department is vibrant, growing and energetic. It is currently offering two undergraduate degrees, two graduate degrees and two graduate certificates:
- The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics is of an interdisciplinary nature with one focus in Actuarial Mathematics and one in Applied Mathematics.
- The Bachelor of Science in Statistics is oriented towards applications and accredited by Royal Statistical Society.
- The Master of Science in Applied Statistics provides advanced training in applied statistics, exposure to statistics in a consulting or collaborative research environment, and specialized coursework in a number of areas of emphasis.
- The Master of Science in Materials Science and Technology is designed to provide and equip students with the knowledge, training, and the latest scientific and technological skills needed by the Qatar industry.
- The Graduate Certificate in Corrosion is designed to increase the level of the corrosion professionals in Qatar, especially in the oil, gas and petrochemicals industries, which are the main industries in Qatar.
- The Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics provides a foundation in applied statistics as it develops skills that can be applied to a range of occupations in Qatar, from health to engineering.
Moreover, the department offers a Minor in Statistics, as well as a number of service courses for several colleges, including Arts and Sciences, Engineering, Business, Pharmacy and Education.
MSP is comprised of 34 full time faculty members, 2 visiting professors, 11 lecturers, 9 teaching assistants, 4 lab technicians, and 2 administrative coordinators, who are highly qualified with international academic experience. Our team strives for success and continues to serve the Qatari society in various ways including community outreach programs, professional development activities, and collaborative partnerships in various sectors of the national and international community.
To learn more about what we have to offer, please feel free to navigate through our department website.
