Mathematics, BA Major in

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The BA major in mathematics offers a broad introduction to the discipline, with an emphasis on the ability to express rigorous mathematical ideas in writing and orally. Students wishing to combine this major with the BA in math education should speak with an advisor as early as possible to plan their schedules.

Required Mathematics Courses

MATH 071 - (MA) Analytic Geometry and Calculus I Semester Hours: 4
MATH 072 - (MA) Analytic Geometry and Calculus II Semester Hours: 4
MATH 073 - (MA) Analytic Geometry and Calculus III Semester Hours: 4
MATH 100 - Communicating Mathematics Semester Hours: 1
MATH 114 - (MA) Introduction to Higher Mathematics Semester Hours: 3
MATH 135A - (MA) Linear Algebra Semester Hours: 4
MATH 145 - (MA) Abstract Algebra 1 Semester Hours: 3
MATH 171 - (MA) Real Analysis 1 Semester Hours: 3

Advanced Mathematics Electives

An additional 15 semester hours of mathematics numbered above 100 (excluding MATH 185 and 198B) with at least two courses chosen from the following:

MATH 146 - (MA) Abstract Algebra 2 Semester Hours: 3
MATH 172 - (MA) Real Analysis 2 Semester Hours: 3
MATH 173 - (MA) Complex Analysis Semester Hours: 3
Students who are also completing the B.A. in Mathematics Education are only required to take one of the courses listed above but must still complete the full 15 semester hours of electives.

Additional Courses

PHYS 011A - (NS) General Physics Semester Hours: 4
PHYS 011B - (NS) General Physics Laboratory Semester Hours: 1
Note that PHYS 011A and PHYS 011B fulfill the distribution requirement in the category of Natural Sciences. Students are also strongly encouraged to take at least one course in computer science at or above the level of CSC 015.

Complete BA Requirements

BA Requirements in HCLAS.