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A BA in integrated mathematics and science with a concentration in mathematics will receive a broad education across multiple scientific disciplines with a focus in mathematics. Fields of scientific study include biology, chemistry, computer science, and physics. Advanced mathematics courses make this major ideal for a student pursuing a career in mathematics or science education at a secondary level.
View academic program requirements and course descriptions in the University Course Catalog:
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Students pursuing a BA in mathematics will develop an understanding of mathematical structures, logical analysis of mathematical applications, critical thinking and problem solving techniques. This degree is well suited for education-related careers and many industrial careers.
Accelerated Program:
In this program, students will develop a deep understanding of real and complex mathematical structures, logical analysis of mathematical applications, critical thinking and problem-solving techniques, with an emphasis on mathematics used in physical sciences. This degree is well suited for engineering careers and for students seeking to pursue graduate school.
Accelerated Programs:
The minor in mathematics is designed for students with strength and interest in mathematics but in pursuit of a degree in another field. The intent of the minor is to give students an exposure to the basic disciplines of mathematics and an opportunity for further study in advanced topics in mathematics.
The minor in physics is for those students who have an interest in physics, but wish to pursue a degree in another field. If the other field were in one of the other sciences, then only two or three additional courses would be necessary for completion of the minor. The intent of the minor is to give students an exposure to the basic disciplines of physics and an opportunity for further study in advanced topics in physics.
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Students pursuing this certificate should have strong mathematics skills and may need to take some additional lower level courses if not yet ready for Calculus III. Current matriculated WP students as well as non-degree students seeking to prepare themselves for a career in Data Analytics may enroll in this certificate.