Mathematics

In the Department of Mathematics, students embark on a journey to master the foundations of modern mathematics, a field that has flourished remarkably since the 20th century. Through rigorous seminars, they cultivate the art of precise logical reasoning and develop a profound, contemplative approach to mathematical thinking. Within the illustrioussetting of the Mathematical Sciences Building at Komaba Campus, they devote themselves wholeheartedly to the pursuit of mathematics, guided by esteemed faculty members and in the company of dedicated graduate students.

The Graduate School of Mathematical Sciences, an institution of global renown, staning at the vanguard of mathematical research, embraces a vast spectrum of inquiry—from the creation of novel theoretical frameworks to the profound exploration of mathematical structures underlying various scientific disciplines and leads our educational efforts

Mathematics is not just an archetypal academic discipline; it also provides the foundations for scientific and technological advancements, carrying with it the high expectations of society.

Scholars at the Graduate School of Mathematical Sciences, are active in a variety of fields,creating new frameworks in algebra, geometry, and analysis,and exploring of mathematical structures underlying various scientific disciplines, ensuring the quality of education..

Those who joingthe Department of Mathematics will find themselves in the illustrious environment of the Mathematical Sciences Building on the Komaba Campus, where they can focus on their studies alongside other dedicated undergraduate and graduate students.

【Academic features】

Unprecedented Expectations for Mathematics Graduates in Society

While the Department of Mathematics is formally part of the Faculty of Science at the undergraduate level, at the graduate level, it stands as an independent entity—the Graduate School of Mathematical Sciences. This esteemed institution brings together a distinguished body of scholars spanning the fields of traditional pure mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and analysis, as well as applied mathematics. As the largest center for mathematical research in Japan, it plays a leading role in advancing the nation’s mathematical studies.

Unlike many other academic programs, the Department of Mathematics does not require a graduation thesis. Instead, in their fourth year, students are assigned to research groups based on their academic interests, where they receive individualized mentorship—an essential component of their academic journey.

Mathematics has long stood as the quintessential rigorous science, serving as the universal language of the sciences. It has evolved through its own intellectually stimulating, autonomous development while simultaneously playing an indispensable role in numerous applied fields, engineering, and quantitative social sciences. In recent years, with the exponential growth of computational power and the accumulation of vast digital data, the efficacy of mathematical reasoning has been recognized far beyond its traditional domains—even in business and everyday life, where it was once thought to have little relevance.

As a result, the demand for graduates of the Department of Mathematics has reached an unprecedented level, opening doors to an expansive array of career opportunities across diverse fields.

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