The Mathematics Department at Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University (BAİBÜ) was established in 1994 within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, initially enrolling 34 students with Turkish as the language of instruction. In the 1996–1997 academic year, the department transitioned to 100% English instruction, which continues today, necessitating a mandatory one-year English preparatory class. Admissions are managed through the national examination conducted annually by the Measurement, Selection, and Placement Center (OSYM) under the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), and international students are accepted in line with YÖK’s criteria.

The Department of Mathematics at BAİBÜ aims to be a leading and respected institution at both national and international levels in the fields of education, scientific research, and technological innovation in mathematics. The fundamental mission of our department is to provide students with a foundational understanding of mathematics at the undergraduate level, and to teach them how to find rational solutions to problems and exercises using the necessary techniques. We aim to train confident individuals who can conduct scientific research at an international level, keep up with scientific developments, embrace mathematical thinking, and secure respected positions both in the scientific community of our country and in society and the workforce. In our department, education and current research are conducted on topics such as the creation and development of mathematical models and methods, the analysis of systems, their interrelationships, and the application of these principles and methods in scientific and technological fields.

The core vision of our department is to be a leading and respected department in the fields of education, scientific research, and the development of innovative technologies in mathematics at both national and international levels. In this regard, the department aims to equip its students with a deep understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of mathematics, ensuring that they build a solid knowledge base in both theoretical and applied areas of mathematics. To foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, students are encouraged to actively participate in courses and apply mathematical principles to solve complex problems. Through this approach, we aim to meet the demand for mathematicians in our country, foster mathematical thinking, demonstrate the applications of mathematics in other sciences, and contribute to the development of fundamental sciences to enable our country to make necessary advancements in the field of technology.

Bolu The Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, continues its scientific research and educational activities with five main branches: Analysis and Theory of Functions, Algebra and Number Theory, Geometry, Topology, and Applied Mathematics. The department has 16 faculty members, including 10 professors, 1 associate professor, and 5 assistant professors. Our students receive education in classrooms equipped with projectors within the faculty. Additionally, they are able to engage in individual or group work in the study areas available within the faculty.

A student who wishes to work in the field of mathematics must possess strong academic abilities, particularly in reasoning with numbers and abstract thinking, and should have an interest in algebra and geometry. Our faculty members not only introduce students to the most modern technologies and techniques in computer science courses but also provide elective courses in theoretical and applied computer science starting from the third semester, depending on their research areas. Mathematics education equips students with the knowledge and skills to reason with numbers and provides the necessary knowledge and abilities to work in the field of computer science. As a result, our graduates find opportunities in various sectors. Graduates who have completed pedagogical formation training can work as teachers in public and private schools under the Ministry of National Education. Our graduates can also work as researchers in public institutions such as TÜİK (Turkish Statistical Institute), MTA (General Directorate of Mineral Research and Exploration), DPT (State Planning Organization), and DSİ (State Hydraulic Works). According to their skills, our graduates can also work in public and private sector banks, as well as in private institutions as computer programmers, controllers, actuarial experts, or accounting specialists. There is also a demand for mathematicians in research areas within fields such as information technology, statistics, business-economics, social sciences, and basic sciences. Mathematics holds an important place in both secondary and higher education. The need for trained professionals in mathematics in newly established and upcoming universities is growing. Therefore, a well-trained mathematician will always be a sought-after professional in the country, both today and in the future.