Undergraduate Catalog 2025-2026 
    
    Jul 05, 2025  
Undergraduate Catalog 2025-2026

Mathematics, B.S.


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The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in mathematical theory, problem-solving skills, and mathematical applications. This undergraduate degree program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers a wide range of mathematical topics, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in many government and private-sector fields, including statistics, data analysis, actuarial science, data science, and risk analysis. It also prepares students for graduate studies in mathematics and math education, including an optional accelerated pathway to earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics followed by a Master of Arts in Teaching from the UWG College of Education.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Students will demonstrate ability to perform a sustained investigation into a specific mathematical problem or topic, and effectively communicate their findings orally and in writing.
  2. Students will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the calculus, including its computational aspects, applications, and theoretical foundations.
  3. Students will demonstrate the ability to read, write, and understand mathematical proofs involving foundational aspects of mathematics.
  4. Students will demonstrate the ability to utilize statistical methods to analyze real-world problems and draw inferences about a studied population using collected sample data.

Requirement


Core IMPACTS General Education Requirements: (42 Hours)


Core IMPACTS General Education Requirements  

(including MATH 1113  in Core IMPACTS Area M and MATH 1634  Core IMPACTS Area T)

High-Impact Practice & Professional Preparation: 3 hours


Senior Project and/or Internship. If a student takes both courses, the Math Internship will count as a Math Elective or as an Additional Stats Course.

Pure and Applied Mathematics Track


The Pure and Applied Mathematics track offers students a background in pure and applied mathematics, with emphasis on analytical skills and problem-solving. It will prepare students for further study in mathematics or mathematics education or for a career in industry or government.

Numerical Analysis or Real Analysis


Choose one of MATH 4013 or MATH 4253

Abstract Algebra or Linear Algebra


Choose one of MATH 4413 or MATH 4513

Combinatorics or Graph Theory


Choose one of MATH 4473 or MATH 4483

Pathway: 9 hours


Choose 9 additional hours of credit from one of the following pathways:

Pure: 9 hours of additional math courses
Applied: 9 hours of courses in a related area, or
Accelerated BS to MAT: one graduate-level math course and two graduate-level education courses which will count toward both the BS degree and a Master of Arts in Teaching degree.

Applied: 9 hours

9 hours of directed electives consisting of 2XXX or higher courses selected from one of the lists below.

Note: For students taking directed electives, at least 9 credit hours from the combined general electives and directed electives must be at the 3000 level or above.

ACCT, ECON, FINC, MGMT, MKTG
SPMG
BIOL, CHEM, PHYS, GEOL
CS, COMP
PHIL, PSYC, SOCI
Accelerated BS to MAT: 9 hours

Three graduate level courses that will count toward both the BS and MAT degrees.

  • CEPD 6101 Psychology of Classroom Learning
  • MEDT 6401 Instructional Technology

Graduate Math Course

Choose one course from:

  • MATH 5013 Numerical Analysis
  • MATH 5253 Real Analysis
  • MATH 5413 Abstract Algebra I
  • MATH 5473 Combinatorics
  • MATH 5483 Graph Theory
  • MATH 5513 Linear Algebra I
  • MATH 5823 Applied Experimental Design
  • MATH 5833 Applied Nonparametric Statistics
Accelerated BS to MAT

General Electives: 21 Hours


Note: For students taking directed electives, at least 9 credit hours from the combined general electives and directed electives must be at the 3000 level or above.

Applied Statistics and Data Analytics Track


This track is designed to offer students a solid background in applied statistics and data analytics. It will prepare students for employment in a wide array of fields that employ data analysis, statistical modeling, data-driven decision-making, and other types of quantitative analysis.  It will also prepare students for further study in mathematics or mathematics education.

Additional Stats Course


Choose one of MATH 4823, 4883, 4885, OR 4986

Pathway: 9 hours


Choose 9 additional hours of credit from one of the following pathways:

Applied Statistics: 9 hours of courses in a related area, or
Accelerated BS to MAT: one graduate-level math course and two graduate-level education courses which will count toward both the BS degree and a Master of Arts in Teaching degree.

Directed Electives: 9 Hours*

Three courses numbered at or above the 2000-level from one of the lists below.

At least 12 credit hours from the combined general electives and directed electives must be at the 3000 level or above.

ACCT, ECON, FINC, MGMT, MKTG
SPMG
BIOL, CHEM, PHYS, GEOL
CS, COMP
PHIL, PSYC, SOCI

Accelerated BS to MAT

Three graduate level courses that will count toward both the BS and MAT degrees.

  • CEPD 6101 Psychology of Classroom Learning
  • MEDT 6401 Instructional Technology

Graduate Math Course

Choose one course from:

  • MATH 5013 Numerical Analysis
  • MATH 5253 Real Analysis
  • MATH 5413 Abstract Algebra I
  • MATH 5473 Combinatorics
  • MATH 5483 Graph Theory
  • MATH 5513 Linear Algebra I
  • MATH 5823 Applied Experimental Design
  • MATH 5833 Applied Nonparametric Statistics

General electives: 21 Hours*


At least 12 credit hours from the combined general electives and directed electives must be at the 3000 level or above.

Total: 120 Hours


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