Distinguishing AttributesThe curriculum of the program designed to provide the necessary theoretical knowledge in mathematics for those who wish to pursue advanced studies in line with internationally recognized mathematics programs, while also offering instruction tailored to students’ interests, abilities, and future career opportunities closely resembles the mathematics curricula of leading public universities in Türkiye, such as Ankara, Hacettepe, İstanbul, and Gazi.
In the Times Higher Education world university rankings of 2026 for physical sciences (which includes mathematics and statistics), EMU ranks as one of the best 400 in the world. Along with this, the department also offers an array of area elective courses, all contributing to the expertise level of the students in different areas. The department offers postgraduate and doctoral degree studies.
Major Accomplishments
Since its establishment, our department has graduated more than 100 PhD students, over 300 master's students, and around 700 undergraduate students. Within the last five years, faculty members at EMU Mathematics Department have successfully published more than 200 articles in journals indexed by Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-E). According to the Times Higher Education subject-specific rankings for Physical Sciences published in 2026, EMU ranks among the top 400 universities in the world in subjects related to Physical Sciences, which includes mathematics and statistics, and as the best one among all Turkish universities in these subjects. Furthermore, our Department takes pride in traditionally organizing the annual “Onay Fadıl Demirciler Inter-High School Mathematics Competition,” which this year marks its thirtieth edition, as well as the “Ali Karasel Inter-Middle School Mathematics Competition,” now in its fourth year.
Career Opportunities
Students who graduate from our undergraduate programs may pursue the following career opportunities:
Actuarial Science:
Graduates of the Actuarial Science program have strong career prospects in insurance companies, pension funds, banks, and investment firms. They work in areas such as risk assessment, financial planning, and actuarial consulting, as well as in government agencies and international organizations requiring expertise in risk management and forecasting.
Mathematics and Computer Science:
Graduates of the Mathematics and Computer Science program can pursue careers in software development, data analytics, internet programming, and web design. They also have a strong foundation for roles in research, academia, and technology-driven sectors such as cybersecurity and big data.
Statistics and Computer Science:
Graduates of the Statistics and Computer Science program are in high demand in fields such as data analytics, software engineering, and research. They may work as data analysts or data scientists in sectors including finance, healthcare, and technology, as well as in government institutions and consulting firms specializing in data-driven decision-making.
Contact Information
Address:
Eastern Mediterranean University
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Department of Mathematics
Famagusta, North Cyprus
Mersin 10 Turkey
