M.Phil./Ph.D. Mathematics

Master of Philosophy/Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics

M.Phil./Ph.D. Mathematics

1. List of Academic Staff

Name	Status and Qualification	Research Interests
K. Rauf	Professor & Head of Department B.Sc. (Ilorin); M.Sc., PGDC (OAU, Ife); M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Functional Analysis, Complex Analysis and Inequalities
T. O. Opoola	Professor M.Sc. (Karkov); Ph.D (Ilorin)	Complex Analysis and Functional Analysis
O. M. Bamigbola	Professor B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Optimisation, Numerical Analysis
M. O. Ibrahim	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Fluid Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling
O. A. Taiwo	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Numerical Analysis
R. B. Adeniyi	Professor B. Sc., M.Sc., Ph. D. (Ilorin)	Numerical Analysis
A. S. Idowu	Professor B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Analytical Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics
K. O. Babalola	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc. (OAU, Ile-Ife); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Complex Analysis
M. S. Dada	Professor B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Fluid Mechanics, Analytical Dynamics.
Olubunmi A. Fadipe-Joseph	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc. (Ibadan); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Complex Analysis, Operator Algebra
E. O. Titiloye	Reader B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Analytical Dynamics. Fluid Mechanics
Yidiat O. Aderinto	Reader B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Optimisation, Complex Analysis
Catherine N. Ejieji	Reader B.Sc. (UNN, Nssuka), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Optimisation
B. M. Yisa	Senior Lecturer B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Numerical Analysis
J. U. Abubarkar	Senior Lecturer B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Numerical Analysis and Fluid Mechanics
K. A. Bello	Senior Lecturer B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Numerical Analysis
Gatta N. Bakare	Senior Lecturer B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Algebra
B. M. Ahmed	Senior Lecturer B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Algebra

O. A. Uwaheren	Lecturer I B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Numerical Analysis
Idayat F. Usamot	Lecturer I B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Functional Analysis, Algebra
O. T. Olotu	Lecturer I B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Analytical Dynamics
O. Odetunde	Lecturer I B.Sc. (LAUTECH, Ogbomoso), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Mathematical Modelling

B. Introduction.

The programme is to give room for those that do not have Ph.D. grade in the M.Sc. We offer quality teaching and supervision in various aspects of pure and applied Mathematics such as Algebra, Complex Analysis, Functional Analysis, Inequalities, Analytical Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Optimisation, Numerical Analysis and Modelling.

C. Philosophy

The philosophy of the programme is to focus on training graduates who are well-equipped in their area of specialisation and all facets of Mathematics with the main purpose of meeting our national and global needs in the area of technological advancement. The department offers some courses that meet the needs of some other departments.

D. Aim and Objectives

The aim of the programme is to train students to attain academic excellence and competence in mathematical reasoning and problem-solving through the use of logics and computational skills, and courses are designed to cover the most basic aspects of pure and applied mathematics with equal balance.

Objectives:

1. training students to be self-reliant in their chosen field of Mathematics;
2. producing students who are adequately prepared for further research work;
3. producing mathematicians who can readily impart their knowledge to students at higher levels of education;
4. developing in students self- confidence in handling problems with minimal or no supervision;
5. training students to develop confidence in appreciating and solving problems in general; vi. producing students with good educational foundation for a range of career in public services, industries and commerce; and
6. producing mathematicians that can be self-employed.

E. Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission to the M.Phil./Ph.D. Mathematics programme are required to have:

1. ‗O‘ Level Credits passes or their equivalents in five subjects including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English Language, and any other relevant subject.
2. Master of Science degree in Mathematics of the University of Ilorin or any other approved university with a score of at least 3.00 CGPA or 55% can be admitted for Degree in Mathematics.

F. Duration of Programme

The Full-time programme shall run for a minimum of 12 calendar months and a maximum of 24 calendar months.

G. Detailed Course Description

MAT 899 Dissertation 10 Credits

H. Graduation Requirements

Candidates could be converted to Doctor of Philosophy programme provided that they score a minimum of 60% in the conversion examination after a 12 month studentship. Otherwise, a Master of Philosophy degree in Mathematics will be awarded after successful defence of the dissertation of the original research work carried by the student.

I. Summary

MAT 899 (60% and above)