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JOINT HIGHER DEGREE PROGRAMME

Prof Peter Onumanyi

In pursuance of one of its mandate to train a develop high level personnel in the mathematical sciences which includes mathematics, statistics, computer science and theoretical physics for Nigerian and African institutions, the National Mathematical Centre has decided to broaden the scope of its activities within the framework of its mandates by collaborating with University of Abuja to run postgraduate programme in Financial Mathematics.
The mode of operation of joint degree programme of National Mathematical Centre involves all lectures to take place in the centre in conformity to the curriculum requirement of the University of Abuja - the base university that will award the degree.

Mission
The mission of the Joint Degree Programme is to foster multi-disciplinary research based on using high-level mathematics to solve important scientific and technological problems arising from other disciplines and industry.

Vision
The vision of JDP is to develop appropriate initiative and resources of international standards for research and re-awakening and sustaining interests in the mathematical sciences.

Objectives
The objectives of Joint Degree Programme are:

  1. To open more areas for research work in mathematical sciences in our nation;
  2. To stimulate the enthusiasm of students towards research in certain areas necessary for national development;
  3. To design, train and provide up-to-date academic materials in specialized and unique Nigerian universities;
  4. To pull together renown professors from different institutions to work together in areas of national development;
  5. Due to the inter-disciplinary nature of the programme being undertaken it gives room to young mathematical scientists to make their choice in research work.
Student Population
The tables below show the current population of students matriculated so far by the NMC/University of Abuja JDP in Financial Mathematics:
Master of Science (MSc degree)
Session Male Female Total Calendar Months Duration
2006/2007 26 3 29 18*
2007/2008 27 4 30 18*
2008/2009 35 5 40 18*

* Includes 6 months of project work and thesis submission.

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Session
Male Female Total Calendar Months Duration
2006/2007 2 1 3 12
2007/2008 2 3 5 12
2008/2009 5 1 6 12

All lectures are delivered in the Centre as follows:
Friday: 3pm – 6pm
Saturday: 8am – 5pm

Academic Calendar

2008/2009 Academic Calendar
DATE ACTIVITY
8th – 22nd January, 2010 First semester examination 2008/2009
15th – 17th Feb., 2010 External examiner arrives the Centre for oral examination
22nd Feb. 2010
Second semester registration commences
26th Feb., 2010 Second semester lectures commences
13th April 2010 Sale of admission forms commences
11th June, 2010 Second semester lecture ends
18th June, 2010 Second semester lecture commences
21st June, 2010 Admission committee meets
2nd July, 2010 Second semester exams end

20th July, 2010

First semester 2009/2010 registration commences
30th July, 2010 First semester 2009/2010 lecture begins
15th November, 2010 First semester 2009/2010 lecture ends
26th November, 2010 First semester 2009/2010 exams begins

11th December, 2010

First semester 2009/2010 exams ends

Staffing List for 2008/2009 Session:
The staff of the Joint Higher Degree Programme as at  now are:
1. Prof. P. Onumanyi, PhD, MSc, BSc, (FMAN), Coordinator JDP & Ag. Deputy Director-General
2. Mr. James Ajie
3. Miss Ohiobo Ojeamiren, BSc (Geog) (Research Assistant in Environmental Sciences)
4. Mr. Ademola Olorunsuyi, HND (Higher Executive Officer)
5. Mr. Effiong Essien A., Dip. (Comp. Studies), Senior Typist
6. Assoc. Prof. B.O. Oyelami, PhD, MSc, BSc Ag. Coordinator Maths Programme (Resource Person)
7. Dr. Adams, J., Resource Person with PhD, MSc, BSc (Visiting Senior Lecturer from University of Abuja)
In addition, we engage senior academicians as visiting professors from some Nigerian universities as follows:
8. Prof. S.A. Ilori, University of Ibadan
9. Prof. R.O. Ayeni, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso
10. Prof. O.C. Akinyokun, Federal University of Technology, Akure
11. Prof. J.S. Sadiku, University of Ilorin, Ilorin
12. Prof. S. Onah, Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi


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