Programmes & Activities
JOINT HIGHER DEGREE PROGRAMME
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:
- To open more areas for research work in mathematical sciences in our nation;
- To stimulate the enthusiasm of students towards research in certain areas necessary for national development;
- To design, train and provide up-to-date academic materials in specialized and unique Nigerian universities;
- To pull together renown professors from different institutions to work together in areas of national development;
- 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
