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Invitation to Mathematics |
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What comes to mind when you think about mathematics? Mathematics
is a form of expression for human intelligence and the foundation
to natural science and engineering, elements of modern scientific
advancements. Mathematics, with its theoretical perfection, is
one of the leading fields of academic culture for humankind.
It is a universal language recognized anywhere in the world,
and people have been fascinated by its beauty and depth since
ancient times. The mathematics of today is the result of masterpieces
that mathematicians have created with dedication. In this sense,
mathematics has an elegance, freedom, and diversity similar to
fine arts. Mathematics continues its active expansion today,
and society has come to recognize the benefits and importance
even further. Mathematical methods are being applied not only
to natural sciences, but also in social science, humanities,
and many other areas of human life. With the widespread use of
computers and development of the information society, mathematics
is expected to obtain an even more crucial role. This trend will
continue in the 21st century. |
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Educational Principles |
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As a student majoring in mathematics, you will be able to expand
and develop on what you have learned at high school, acquiring
a wide perspective of the basic theories governing modern mathematics,
from pure mathematics to applied mathematics. It is an important
objective of the Mathematics Major program to ensure students
not only learn advanced logical thinking, but also to cultivate
the ability to think in a mathematical manner. They learn to
analyze problems, understand its structure, and present solutions,
training themselves for future contributions after graduation.
These skills are indispensable when trying to create something
new, and are in strong demand by today's society. |
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To achieve this goal, the education program is comprised of lectures
and practice sessions, as well as special exercises in mathematics,
mathematics in foreign languages, and small group seminars. These
allow students to proactively experience mathematics. The curriculum
enables students to directly interact with professors and tutors
to develop a mathematical thinking process. |
The 3-dimensional
surface found by Clebsch, a German mathematician in the 19th century.
There exist 27 straight lines on the surface. The figure is made
by the algebraic geometry visualization software Surf.
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After Graduation |
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Graduates of the Mathematics Major are currently active in
various fields. Dating back to the days of the Tokyo University
of Education, predecessor of the University of Tsukuba, we have
a strong tradition in sending out teachers, and many of our students
hope to become educators in secondary schools. Private businesses
are also increasingly seeking people with reliable analytical,
organizational, logical, and flexible thinking, the key strengths
of a mathematics major, and many of our graduates enter the private
sector. As for research activities and graduate school, the University
of Tsukuba offers a 2-year Master's program and 3-year Doctorate
program at the Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences.
Many students in our graduate programs have produced excellent
results, going on to conduct research in the University of Tsukuba
and other universities across Japan.
The Mathematics Major course is eager to welcome in young
students who are highly motivated to tackle the challenges of
real mathematics. Mathematics will provide you with the pride
and happiness of learning, and a satisfaction that will more
than make up for the difficulties. We invite you to join us in
our study of mathematics, in this wonderful academic environment. |
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