Scientific computing  is a new emerging  multidisciplinary program that encompasses applied science and engineering, applied mathematics, numerical analysis, and computer science and engineering.... It focuses on the integration of knowledge and methodologies from all the above disciplines, and as such is a subject which is distinct from any of them. It requires domain expertise, mathematical modeling, numerical analysis, algorithm development, software implementation, program execution, analysis, validation and visualization of results.

The graduate program in Scientific Computing is a new pioneering  interdisciplinary program that offers graduate studies leading to the Masters Degree in Scientific Computing  at the college of science at  BZU . It forms a trichotomy with the theoretical and experimental methodologies that leads to a better understanding of nature and enhances scientific research. The program integrates in a harmonious way scientific, engineering and computer knowledge and technology. Recently, scientific computing went through a great advancement as a result of the enormous development of computers and their application in science and engineering 

The technology sector in Palestine is in need of qualified professionals in applied sciences and technology. This together with the presence of large international companies of technology in the area, created a necessity for graduates with scientific background and high skills in computers. As a result, the master program in scientific computing has been developed. The program aims at:

• improving the technology sector in Palestine,

• providing the society with highly qualified professionals,

• creating new job opportunities, 

• boosting the scientific research.

 

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Students should hold a bachelor's  degree in Science or Engineering   From a credited University and posses a grade  of at least "GOOD".  In addition, the student should have good background in  computers and their uses, should be familiar with mathematical techniques of differential equations. Finally, a minimum of two letters of recommendation should be included that speak to the applicants preparedness for graduate study.

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To be qualified for a M.S. in scientific computing, one has to complete the university requirements for a master degree

1. Complete a total of 36 credit hours at least, in the following strucure:
   
   a) 12 credit hours of core courses:
   [SC 6300] Object Oriented Programming and Data Basis,
   [SC 6301] High Performance Computing and Parallel Processing,
   [SC 6302] Mathematical Modeling and Simulation,
   [SC 6303] Numerical Solution of Differential Equations.
   b) 6-12 credit hours of concentration courses in one of the following disciplines:
   
   Applied and Computational Mathematics,
   Computational Engineering,
   Computational Physical Sciences,
   Applied Computer science.
   c) 6-12 credit hours of elective courses in scientific computing or in any of the above mentioned four concentration areas.
   d) 6 credit hours of research in scientific computing in one of the following two tracks:
   Thesis : Complete and defend successfully a master thesis in scientific computing (SC 8600).
   Non-Thesis : Complete successfully two seminar courses in scientific computing (SC 8300 \& SC 8301), and passing the comprehensive exam.

2. Complete any remedial courses requested by the program council.

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Whenever possible, the program offers on a competitive basis a number of Teaching Assistant ships (TA) for full-time qualified candidates. The assistantship offers a monthly salary and a full or partial tuition waiver.

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