About us

About us The primary objective of the Department of Mathematics at the Graduate School is to cultivate exceptional individuals with a solid foundation in mathematics, encompassing in-depth knowledge, concepts, and mathematical systems across various disciplines. This enables them to develop logical thinking and practical skills essential for advancing academic research and contributing to the cutting-edge scientific and technological societies of today. Mathematics is a field that suits students with creative and logical thinking, as well as those with an inquiring and pioneering spirit, to explore and investigate.

Traning goals

The Department of Mathematics at the Graduate School aims to cultivate exceptional professionals equipped with a research-oriented mindset and skills to lead the way in a digital society. To achieve this, students who have laid a solid foundation in mathematics through their undergraduate studies will be encouraged to delve deeper into specialized fields of mathematics, ultimately contributing significantly to the advancement of academic theories and practical methods in each field.

A major field of study.

• Master’s degree Majors in analysis, algebra, geometry and topology, and statistics and applied mathematics
• Ph.D Majors in analysis, algebra, geometry and topology, and statistics and applied mathematics

After graduation, what’s next

They can work as professional researchers at universities and research institutions, or provide training for future professionals at secondary education institutions. With your skills and interests, you can work in various planning departments, including those of government agencies, investment institutions, banks, research centers, and companies, as well as in electronic calculation centers. This will enable you to work in a range of industries and sectors, from planning and statistics to computer-related fields, and become a valuable asset to various organizations across society.

Employment Status

Professors, secondary school teachers, and research institutions, among others

Faculty Status

Department rules

A. Matters related to admission

• Similar studies recognized or acknowledged In the natural sciences and humanities and social sciences, departments with a connection to mathematics are recognized as similar departments.
• Special Admission Process
  • Document screening The evaluation criteria are established to accurately assess academic performance, academic plans, major experience, research experience, and letters of recommendation.
  • Major To accurately assess a student's major, we evaluate their knowledge of the field, academic potential, aptitude for the major, and overall character and cultural refinement. The detailed evaluation criteria and scoring for the document screening and major oral exams will be established by the department's faculty meeting.
• General Admission Guidelines
  • Master's degree
    • Major Qualification Exam To accurately assess a student's major, we evaluate their knowledge of the field, academic potential, aptitude for the major, and overall character and cultural refinement. The detailed evaluation criteria and scoring for the document screening and major oral exams will be established by the department's faculty meeting.
    • Exam subjects Analysis, algebra, topology, geometry, statistics, and applied mathematics
    • Scope of the exam Please refer to the scope of the graduate school entrance exam
  • Ph.D
    • Major Qualification Exam To accurately assess a student's suitability for their major, we evaluate their knowledge of the field, academic potential, aptitude for the major, and overall character and cultural refinement. The detailed evaluation criteria and scoring for the document screening and major oral exams will be established by the department's faculty meeting.
    • Exam subjects Algebra, analysis, topology, geometry, statistics, and applied mathematics
    • Question distribution ratio "Common issues outside of my major: Master's major courses (4-6)"
    • Scope of the exam Please refer to the scope of the graduate school entrance exam

B. Academic credits and requirements

• To earn credits, students must complete at least 26 credits for a master's degree (including 2 credits for thesis research) and at least 40 credits for a doctoral degree (including 4 credits for thesis research), which must include major and common required courses.
• Elective course designation Supplementary courses for master's and doctoral students from other majors are decided by the department's faculty meeting, and if they have completed similar courses, they may be accepted based on the meeting's decision.

C. Foreign language test-related matters

The foreign language test subjects for this department are generally English for master's students and English only for doctoral students. The specific implementation of these tests is governed by the university's regulations on graduate language and comprehensive exams.

D. Matters related to the comprehensive exam

• Master's degree
  • Subject Selection he exam subjects are determined at the start of the third semester.
  • subjects of the exam For the master's program, one major subject and one non-major subject must be taken.
  • Recommendation of examiners and scorers The professor in charge of the course is generally the one who teaches it.
• Ph.D. program
  • Subject Selection After completing the required credits, the exam subjects will be determined at the end of the second semester of the semester in which the student wishes to take the comprehensive exam.
  • subjects of the exam For the doctoral program, one course outside of the major will be required, in addition to the two major courses.
  • Recommendation of examiners and scorers The professor in charge of the course is generally the one who teaches it.

E. Matters related to the eligibility for submitting a Ph.D. thesis

Eligibility for Thesis Submission: Individuals who meet the following criteria are eligible to submit a thesis.

• Master's degree
  • Common Graduate School Thesis Submission Guidelines
    • To be eligible for graduation, students must earn a minimum of 24 credits (an average of 80% or higher in all courses)
    • complete all required credits for the designated supplementary courses
    • Students who have been enrolled in regular classes for four semesters or more
    • A student who has received guidance from a supervisor for at least one semester after submitting a thesis research plan
    • Those who have passed the foreign language test (English) and the comprehensive exam (in two major subjects)
    • Research tuition is paid only once at the start of the semester in which the degree is requested after completion
    • At least a semester before the preliminary and final exams, the department will present a thesis plan
  • Departmental standards
    • The advisor responsible for the thesis will be assigned to the student.
    • Matters related to the preliminary review of the dissertation The department will host a one-time thesis presentation event, open to both faculty and students. If a thesis is presented at a conference, it may be exempt from the department's open presentation.
    • Matters related to the main examination of the dissertation The examination is conducted in accordance with the school rules, under the supervision of the head referee.
• Ph.D
  • Common Graduate School Thesis Submission Guidelines
    • To be eligible for graduation, students must earn at least 36 credits (60 credits for the integrated course, with an average grade of 80% or higher in all subjects)
    • Students must complete all required supplementary courses and earn the corresponding credits (with the exception that those with more than 12 credits in supplementary courses must earn 9 credits)
    • Students who have completed at least four semesters (or eight semesters for integrated programs) of regular registration
    • A minimum of 2 credits in thesis research is required, and a minimum of 4 credits in the integrated course
    • A student who has received guidance from a supervisor for at least two semesters and has made at least one public presentation in their department, and has been recommended by their supervisor
    • Those who have passed the foreign language test (English or a second language, depending on the department)
    • Students who have passed the comprehensive exam for their major, which includes three core subjects
    • A student must pay the research tuition fee only once at the beginning of the semester in which they wish to claim their degree after completing their studies
    • At least one semester prior to the preliminary and final exams, the department must present a thesis plan
    • A student who has completed a certain amount of research as required by the department under the supervision of their academic advisor since admission 9 Type 2 of the integrated course is exempt from the foreign language test if you pass the foreign language test and the comprehensive test while pursuing a master's degree. You will be considered fully qualified if you pass just one major subject in addition to the comprehensive test

    통합과정 유형2는 석사과정 재학 중 외국어시험 및 종합시험에 합격한 경우, 외국어 시험은 면제되며, 종합시험은 추가로 전공 1과목만 합격하면 최종 합격 인정함

  • Departmental standards
    • Eligibility for claiming a bill After being admitted to the doctoral program, at least 100% of the papers published must be of SCi-level quality, with at least 50% of them being of the highest quality. One of these must be published in a national academic journal or a professional journal of at least that level, or it must be approved for publication
    • Matters related to the preliminary review of the dissertation The department will hold at least one public presentation of the thesis, with the attendance of professors and students.
    • Matters related to the main examination of the dissertation The examination is conducted in accordance with the school rules, under the supervision of the head referee. In this case, it is essential that an external examiner be present.

F. Other matters related to the operation of the department

Other matters are subject to review and decision by the department's faculty council.