The BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science curriculum at Meru University is designed for students who seek careers in computer science and/or computer related fields requiring a strong mathematical background. This joint degree offers the opportunity to combine an appreciation of mathematical reasoning with an understanding of computing. Mathematics is a fundamental intellectual tool in computing, but computing is increasingly used as a key component in mathematical problem-solving.
This course concentrates on areas where mathematics and computing are most relevant to each other, emphasising the bridges between theory and practice. It offers opportunities for potential computer scientists both to develop a deeper understanding of the mathematical foundations of their subject, and to acquire a familiarity with the mathematics of application areas where computers can solve otherwise intractable problems. It also gives mathematicians access to both a practical understanding of the use of computers and a deeper understanding of the limits on the use of computers in their own subject. This program is flexible and provides the students with a well-rounded education.
Students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science.