Interdisciplinary Studies, (Middle School Mathematics 4th – 8th Certification), Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
(Focus: Middle School Mathematics 4TH – 8TH Grade UTeach Certification)
This program leads to a profession which requires an occupational license as defined under Texas Occupations Code 58.001 This requires that all applicants seeking to become licensed must undergo a criminal background check prior to licensure. Students in this program should check with the College of Education and P-16 Integration on the requirements for a criminal background check prior to student teaching.
Mathematics Majors with Teacher Certification are attractive to the growing demand for teachers in middle schools and elementary schools. A BIS in Middle School Mathematics will prepare the graduate for an exciting and rewarding teaching position and provide the necessary preparation for graduate studies in Mathematics Education.
Note: For a PDF version of the degree requirements for this program go to the Undergraduate Programs page on the UTRGV website.
Core Curriculum - 42 Hours
Students must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements.
Required
Mathematics – 3 hours
Recommended
Life and Physical Sciences – 6 hours
| PHYS 2425 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 4 |
| PHYS 2426 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 4 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences – 3 hours
Choose one:
Integrative and Experiential Learning – 5 hours
Major Requirements – 53 Hours (42 advanced)
Mathematics Core – 38 hours (33 advanced)
Required
| MATH 2412 | Precalculus | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATE 3301 | Fundamentals of Middle School Mathematics | 3 |
| MATE 3302 | Fundamentals of Measurement and Geometry I | 3 |
| MATE 3303 | Fundamentals of Measurement and Geometry II | 3 |
| MATE 3304 | Fundamentals of Algebraic Structures | 3 |
| MATE 3305 | Fundamentals of Statistics and Probability | 3 |
| MATE 3306 | Middle School Mathematics in a Technological Environment | 3 |
| MATE 3307 | Fundamentals of Problem Solving | 3 |
| MATE 3311 | Fundamentals of Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MATE 3312 | Fundamentals of Number Theory | 3 |
| MATE 3313 | Fundamentals of Mathematics History | 3 |
| MATE 3314 | Fundamentals of Mathematical Structures and Processes | 3 |
Interdisciplinary Component – 15 hours (9 advanced)
Required
UTeach Certification – 21 Hours (19 advanced)
Area of Certification: Mathematics (4-8)
Support Courses – 4 Hours
Choose 4 hours of Life and Physical Science beyond the core.
Total Credit Hours: 61
Total Credit Hours: 120
Admission, Progression, and Graduation Requirements, If Applicable:
Progression Requirements
Admission to the College of Education and P-16 Integration is required for participation in Apprentice Teaching and Seminar (UTCH 4101, 4601). Students unable to be admitted to UTCH 4601 and UTCH 4101 will be required to substitute 7 advanced hours, as recommended by advisor.
Graduation Requirements
- A grade of ‘C’ or better with a GPA of 2.75 or greater is required in all MATH and MATE.