About the course

The Department of Applied Mathematics offers an M.S. program in scientific computing and applied mathematics (SciCAM). SciCAM students learn a combination of cutting-edge computational methods for modern high-performance computing architectures and applied mathematical modeling. The M.S. is ideally suited to meet the increasing need for graduates in the rapidly growing markets of computational mathematics and modeling, and high-performance computing. Such computationally knowledgeable and experienced modelers are highly sought after in industry and government agencies.

　　Program Features

　　1-year (accelerated) and 2-year (normal) tracks available

　　Vast choice of elective courses allows for various specializations

　　Research and coursework tracks available

　　Hands-on approach to scientific computing and applied mathematics

　　Practical applied mathematical modeling with real world applications

　　Small classes, great student-to-faculty ratio

　　Diverse, friendly and supportive faculty

　　Potential for internships in Silicon Valley

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Santa Cruz
Fall (September), 2025	Santa Cruz
Fall (September), 2026	Santa Cruz

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - Santa Cruz

To be considered for admission to the Santa Cruz campus of the University of California:

　　one must have received a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited university prior to the quarter for which admission is sought

　　Applicants with a three-year Bachelor’s Degree must also hold a post graduate diploma, Master’s Degree, or a higher degree.

　　and have at least a B average in last two years of undergraduate coursework.

　　Paper-based TOEFL minimum acceptable scores:570,Internet-based TOEFL minimum acceptable scores: 89,IELTS minimum acceptable score: 7.0

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 89.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California - Santa Cruz. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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