Bachelor in Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) provides a bachelor's education in both pure and applied mathematics, developing the abstract reasoning and problem-solving skills central to the discipline. Core coursework typically includes calculus and analysis, linear algebra, abstract algebra, differential equations, and probability and statistics, building a foundation that supports further study in specialized areas such as topology, number theory, or mathematical modeling. Students also engage with applied topics that connect mathematics to computing, physics, and engineering, reflecting how mathematical methods underpin much of modern science and technology. Coursework emphasizes rigorous proof-based reasoning alongside computational and applied problem-solving, giving graduates flexibility to pursue either theoretical or applied paths after graduation. Given POSTECH's research orientation, students often have opportunities to engage with faculty research or advanced seminars as they progress through the program, gaining early exposure to open mathematical problems and research methods. Graduates typically pursue further graduate study in mathematics or related quantitative fields, or enter careers in data science, finance, technology, engineering, and research, where strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills are valued. The bachelor's coursework is delivered in English at POSTECH, located in Nam-gu, South Korea, and completed over four years, with a spring and fall intake structure and a current intake planned for 2027. This program suits students who enjoy abstract reasoning and rigorous problem-solving, and who want a mathematical foundation applicable to both theoretical research and a wide range of applied, quantitative careers.