Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics

What is the Math Major?

The Math Major offers a strong program in Mathematical techniques and ways of thinking that can be used in a wide variety of careers. The major covers core topics that provide a common structure while leaving flexibility to pursue topics of interest. This flexibility allows the math major to be combined with other majors in the sciences, engineering and technology to form a coherent undegraduate experience. Whether as part of a double major or alone, a math degree is a recognized intellectual achievement. It is marketable to a broad selection of employers, or can be used as an entrance to a variety of graduate and professional schools.

Degree Requirements

1. Required:
   
   • The following courses:
     • MATH 263 A,B,C,D - Calculus
     • MATH 211 - Linear Algebra
     • MATH 314 - Elementary Abstract Alegeba
     • MATH 340 - Differential Equations (B.Sci. only)
     • MATH 360 - Intermediate Analysis
     Exceptionally strong students may and should substitute 413A for 314, or, 460A for 360. Note that you are encouraged to take 211 as early as possible in your studies.
   • At least 2 the following:
     • MATH 306 - Foundations of Modern Math
     • MATH 307 - Intro. to Number Theory
     • MATH 308 - Discrete Math
     • MATH 407 - Number Theory
     • MATH 411 - Linear Algebra
     • MATH 413A,B - Intro. to Modern Algebra
     • MATH 460A,B,C - Advanced Calculus
     • CS 300 - Intro. Discrete Structures (for CS/MATH double majors)
2. Electives:
   
   • At least 4 (3 for B.Sci.) additional courses, at the 300-level or above, for at least 52 hours total in MATH courses. Of the 52 total hours, at least 4 courses must be at the 400-level. Below are suggested courses.
   • Actuarial Math - MATH 455
   • Applied Algebra and Coding - MATH 412, 413A,B
   • Advanced Calculus - MATH 460A,B,C
   • Applied Analysis - MATH 440, 443, 470
   • Bioinformatics - MATH 486
   • Discrete Applications - MATH 308, 442, 443
   • Differential Equations - MATH 340, 441, 449
   • History of Math - MATH 300
   • Linear Algebra - MATH 410, 411
   • Modern Geometry - MATH 330A,B
   • Number Theory and Cryptography - MATH 307, 407
   • Numerical Analysis - MATH 344, 444,445, 446, 448
   • Statistics - MATH 450A,B,C, 451, 452
   • Topology - MATH 480A,B

Remarks:

• Typical courses are 4 credits and run one 10-week quarter.
• See the Classes page for descriptions of the Mathematics courses.