College of Arts and Sciences
BS in Mathematics
The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program consists of a broad range of mathematics courses, as well as a sequence of three courses in physics.
About the Major
Degree Requirements
The program requires a total of 60-61 credits which includes Mathematics and Physics courses and electives.
Required Courses
- Calculus I and Calculus II
- Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
- Calculus of Several Variables
- Differential Equations
- Data Analysis
For more information, and to see a complete list of major requirements, visit the Course Catalog.
Additional Requirements
You must complete three upper-level (200 level or above) mathematics or physics courses approved by a mathematics advisor, as well as:
Calculus-Based Physics I
Calculus-Based Physics II
Calculus-Based Physics III
For more information, and to see a complete list of additional major requirements, visit the Course Catalog.
Mathematics Minor Requirements
The minor in mathematics is available to all undergraduates. Requirements are:
- Calculus I and Calculus II
- Four upper-level (200 level or above) mathematics courses
For more information, and to see a complete list of mathematics minor requirements, visit the Course Catalog.
Data Science Minor Requirements
A total of 18 to 21 credits is required for the Data Science minor, including 3 to 4 credits in Mathematics Preparation courses like:
- A Short Course in Calculus and Everyday Statistics
Required Data Science courses include:
- Introduction to Data Science and Predictive Modeling for Data Science
For more information, and to see a complete list of Data Science minor requirements, visit the Course Catalog.
Learning Outcomes
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics students will:
- Demonstrate competence in the techniques of calculus in one and several variables.
- Model real-world problems using mathematics.
- Use technology effectively.
- Communicate the mathematical process.
- Read and construct mathematical proofs.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of abstraction.
Steven Rimdzius
Mathematics, minors in Data Science and Actuarial Science, '23
Steven's real-world experience includes working on a team that conducted an in-depth analysis of the effects of COVID-19 on the insurance industry for The Hartford and completing a risk management internship at FMC Corporation in Philadelphia. He says UHart’s data science courses give students exposure to the various analysis techniques that data scientists use and that UHart has given him the skills to adapt to any work environment.
Every professor in the department wants to see you succeed and offers help on difficult concepts, as well as provides opportunities to attend colloquiums or various network events that are set up for student career success.