Master of Arts in Mathematics or MA Mathematics is a postgraduate course which is a detailed application based study of mathematics. The subject will broaden your concepts on theorems, algorithms, algebra, calculus etc. It provides with the dimensional growth of the student in the field of mathematics, as the student will learn mathematics as a discipline at an advanced level.

The minimum eligibility to pursue this course is a Bachelor’s (Honors) in Mathematics or Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized institution. It is a 2 year course, divided into 4 semesters which implies 2 semesters per year. The average tuition fee of MA Mathematics varies from around 5,000 INR to 25,000 INR per semester.

Any student passing out from this course will find varied jobs and academic options. The average salary of an individual working after this course will vary around from 2.1 Lakh to 3.8 Lakh annually. There are various job profiles available like Teacher, Statistician, Quantitative Analyst etc. Major recruiting firms include Qualcomm, Intel etc.

What is the course about?

MA Mathematics is a course which provides with analytical and broad based understanding of the subject. It requires an understanding of the subject, as it will be depended upon the basics to enhance them into more sharp skills. The master level course provides study of various theorems, algorithms, calculus and various practical applications of mathematics in real world. It teaches how to analyze and deal with various high-standard problems of mathematics. MA Mathematics aims to make students prepared for research and analysis of problem and subject.

Who should opt for the course?

Any student or individual who love to play with theorems and is keen to seek interest in solving large equations should opt for this course. This course tests the mental ability of the individual and any person who has deep interest in analyzing the problems and opts for a sequential step by step method for solving any problem should go for this course. This course is even somehow scientific and students who love to deal with challenges should pursue this course.

Duration

MA Mathematics is a 2 years course which is divided into 4 semesters, i.e. 2 semesters each year.

Top institutes

There are many Universities which offer Master of Arts program in Mathematics in their course curriculum. Some of the top colleges for the study of MA Mathematics are:

This course is also available at various universities in distance learning mode. The duration of the course remains the same. They are provided with study material and supplementary classes are held on weekends. Some of the institutes offering this course from distance learning are:

• Osmania University, Hyderabad
• Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla
• Berhampur University, Brahmapur

Academic Option after MA Mathematics

After an MA in Mathematics, a student can further pursue an M.Phil in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. Students who clear UGC NET examination for Mathematics can also apply for PhD in Mathematics. There are other options such as a Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics available at IGNOU and Post Graduate Diploma in Statistical Methods with Application available at Indian Statistical Institute. 

Aspirants seeking admission to 2 years Full-time MA Program should meet the following criteria as specified by the institute.
Academic Requirement:

• B.A./B.Sc. (in the 10+2+3 pattern) with major/honors course in the concerned subject.
• B.A./B.Sc.(in the 10+2+3 pattern) with general/pass course with at least 45% marks in the concerned subject as well as in aggregate or equivalent CGPA.

Note: 45% marks is to be calculated on the basis of marks obtained in Part-I and Part-II of the (2+1) pattern/ Part-I, Part-II and Part-III of the (1+1+1) pattern.