The Department of Mathematics, Physics and Statistics (DMPS) is the VSU unit mandated to offer all courses in mathematics, physics and statistics. It also offers two curricular programs, BS in Statistics and jointly with the Department of Science Education of the College of Education, Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) with two major fields - Mathematics and Physical Sciences.

In addition to the curricular offerings, DMPS also offers expert services in design of experiments and sample surveys, statistical analyses to students and researchers of VSU, as well as those from other universities and colleges, government agencies and non-government organizations. The Department also conducts trainings on statistical methods and statistical analyses to interested clients.

DMPS Vision

Center of excellence in the fields of mathematics, physics and statistics in the Visayas.

Mission

Attainment of the highest quality of man power research and development in mathematics, physics and statistics in support of science and technology and development goals.

Goals

The goals of the institute are the following:

1. Excellent and relevant instruction, research, extension, and production in the field of statistics.

2. Appropriate utilization of statistics in scientific, technological, and developmental undertakings.

3. Sustainable linkages and collaboration with local and international statistical units and agencies.

4. High level of functional knowledge and public utility of statistics for planning and decision-making in all sectors of society.

Objectives

The institute aims to achieve the following general objectives within the next years:

1. To produce highly trained graduates to serve the statistical needs of the Visayas, in particular, and the country, in general.

2. To undertake quality research and development activities in statistics and related fields.

3. To actively prompt the appropriate utilization of statistics among scientists, technologists, and development workers in the Visayas.

4. To maintain productive linkages and cooperation with statistical units and agencies locally and internationally.

5.To upgrade the expertise of statistical users in the Visayas.