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Virtual University of Pakistan
Federal Government University

Associate Degree in Mathematics

Introduction

An Associate Degree program in mathematics is a two-year post-intermediate or similar academic degree that is divided into four semesters. AD in Mathematics is skill-oriented and specifically designed to attract students who are looking for a fast-track entry into the workforce, wanting to continue in a four-year degree program, or investigating alternative specializations in order to clarify their professional ambitions.

Objectives

  1.  Provide a solid foundation in mathematical theory and practical problem-solving skills.
  2. Foster skill development in data handling and computation for real-world applications.
  3. Equip students with a strong academic foundation for a seamless transition to a 4-year BS degree in mathematics or related fields.
  4. Enable graduates to secure entry-level positions in educational, technical, and analytical roles within the job market.

Eligibility Criteria

  1.  Candidates who have passed 12 years of education with mathematics having minimum 45% marks (Intermediate / A -level / I. Com / DAE or equivalent relevant qualification).
  2. Candidates who have passed 12 years of education with mathematics having less than 45% marks but have more than 50% marks in mathematics (Intermediate / A -level / I. Com / DAE or equivalent relevant qualification).
  3. Candidates who have passed 12 years of education with mathematics having less than 45% marks and less than 50% marks in mathematics (Intermediate / A -level / I. Com / DAE or equivalent relevant qualification) shall be eligible subjected to the qualification of customized zero semester with CGPA 2.0/4.0.
  4. Candidates who have passed 12 years of education without mathematics having minimum 45% marks (Intermediate / A -level / I. Com / DAE or equivalent relevant qualification) shall be eligible but they must study an extra course in mathematics as a deficiency offered by the department.

Assessment Criteria

The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), mid-term, and final term examinations. The following table shows further detail of the assessment.

 

Semester Work

Apply

Graded/Non-Graded

Marks

Count

Quizzes

a

Graded

10-20%

2-4 /course

Assignments

a

2-4 / Course

MDBs

a

Non-Graded

-----

1 / Lecture (Module)

Live Sessions

a

Non-Graded

-----

1 / Week

Mid Term Exam

a

Graded

20-30%

1 /Course

Final Term Exam

a

Graded

60%

1/Course

Total

                                                                       100

 

Award of Degree

To be eligible for the award of Associate Degree in Mathematics, a student is required to earn the required credit hours with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.

Project / Internship / Practicals

There is no project/Internship involve in this program. 

Scheme of Study

Total Credit Hours 66
Total Semesters 4
Duration 2 years


Associate Degree Programs (Associate Degree in Mathematics)
Semester No. 1
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
CS101 Introduction to Computing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ENG101 English Comprehension Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT211 Introduction To Business Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH104 Sets and Logic Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5101 Calculus I Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH100 General Mathematics Deficiency 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ETH202 Ethics (for Non-Muslims) Elective 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
ISL202 Islamic Studies Elective 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 2
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
ENG201 Business and Technical English Writing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
GSC101 General Science Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH302 Business Mathematics & Statistics Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5102 Calculus II Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5103 Introduction to Programming (Python) Required 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
PAK301 Pakistan Studies Required 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
MTHP5103 Introduction to Programming (Python-Practical) Required 1 (Theory:0, Practical:1)
 
Semester No. 3
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
MGT602 Entrepreneurship Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5204 Modelling and Simulation Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5205 Calculus III Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5206 Linear Algebra Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5207 Mechanics I Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PAK522 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan Required 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 4
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
ENG301 Business Communication Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5208 Ordinary Differential Equations Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5209 Discrete Mathematics Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5210 Group Theory Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH5211 Mechanics II Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC101 Introduction to Sociology Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 


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