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Mathematics, General Mathematics Specialization, B.A.


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Description


The department offers courses leading to the degree of bachelor of arts with a major in mathematics. The bachelor’s degrees have specializations in applied mathematics, discrete mathematics/operations research, statistics, or general mathematics study. The bachelor of arts degree provides a traditional liberal arts experience through a balanced course of study in the arts, humanities, foreign language, social and natural sciences. Students planning to major in mathematics are encouraged to consult an advisor from the Mathematics and Statistics Department to design a program of study in mathematics or statistics.

Contact Information


314 Davidson Mathematics and Science Center
(775) 784-6773
https://www.unr.edu/math/

College of Science Academic Advisors (new students, continuing freshmen and sophomores)
Steve Calhoun (A-K) - scalhoun@unr.edu
Gina Sella (L-Z) - gsella@unr.edu

Graduation Requirements


 

Total Units 120
Cumulative GPA 2.0
University GPA 2.0
Major GPA 2.0
Residency Requirement 30 Upper-Division Units at UNR
Major Residency Requirement 15 Upper-Division Units in the major at UNR
Upper-Division Requirement 40 Upper-Division Units
Half Program Units/4 Year Institution 60 Units

 

I. University Core Curriculum Requirements (37-44 units)


NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum  chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy”.

A. English (3-8 units)


Refer to the “English” section of the Core Curriculum chapter in this catalog.

NOTE: Students who place in ENG 102  are not required to complete ENG 101 .

B. Mathematics (4 units)


Refer to the “Mathematics” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

C. Natural Sciences (6-8 units)


Refer to the “Natural Sciences” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

D. Social Sciences (3 units)


Refer to the “Social Sciences” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

E. Fine Arts (3 units)


Refer to the “Fine Arts” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

F. Core Humanities (9 units)


Refer to the “Core Humanities” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

G. Capstone Courses (6 units)


Refer to the “Capstone” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

H. Diversity (3 units)


Refer to the “Diversity” section of the Core Curriculum  chapter in this catalog.

II. Additional College Requirements (0-14 units)


Units may vary depending on initial course placement in foreign language.

A. Foreign Language (0-14 credits)


Successful completion of the foreign language requirement may be accomplished through one of four options:

  1. complete a fourth semester college course in a foreign language or in American Sign Language;
  2. demonstrate proficiency through placement examination or other means determined by the Department of World Languages and Literatures, including minimum CBAPE, SAT II, or IB scores;
  3. show transcript evidence of successful completion of four years of high school coursework in the same foreign language; or
  4. participate in a Studies Abroad program pre-approved by the college to meet the foreign language requirement.

III. Major Requirements, General Mathematics Specialization (35 units)


IV. Minor Requirements (18-21 units)


The Mathematics and Statistics Department accepts any minor from any other UNR department.

V. Electives (6-30 units)


VI. Recommended Schedule


We assume a 21 unit minor. Students who opt to complete an 18 unit minor, must take 3 additional elective units.

A. First Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (17 units)


B. Second Year


Fall Semester (16 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


C. Third Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


D. Fourth Year


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (12 units)


Note(s):


1 Students who are preparing for secondary school teaching may substitute two of the following three courses: MATH 373 , MATH 474  , MATH 475  for MATH 285  and MATH 311 .

2 This elective may be any MATH or STAT course numbered 300 - 499. For those contemplating studying pure mathematics in graduate school, good choices include MATH 410 - Complex Analysis  , MATH 441 - Intro Algebraic Topology  , and/or MATH 430 - Linear Algebra II .

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