Mathematics, Bachelor of Science
Mathematics is both an exact science and a highly creative endeavor; a field of study that develops problem‐solving skills and a passion for inquiry. Mathematics majors are surprisingly attractive to many professional branches in our society, particularly intelligence, technology, finance, security, engineering and physics. Mathematics Majors with Teacher Certification are attractive to the growing demand for teachers in high schools, middle schools and elementary schools. A BS in Mathematics will prepare the graduate for a competitive position in society and provide the necessary preparation graduate for an exciting and rewarding teaching position and for graduate studies.
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 from:
Integrative and Experiential Learning – 5 hours
Major Requirements – 78 Hours (48 advanced minimum)
Mathematics Core – 33 hours (21 advanced)
Required
Concentrations – 45 hours (27 advanced minimum)
Applied Mathematics – 45 hours (33 advanced)
Applied Mathematics Core – 27 hours (24 advanced)
Free Electives – 18 hours (9 advanced)
Pure Mathematics – 45 hours (33 advanced)
Pure Mathematics Core – 12 hours (12 advanced)
Advanced Mathematics Electives – 15 hours (15 advanced)
Choose one:
Choose two:
Note: Choose two 4000 level Mathematics courses.
Free Electives – 18 hours (6 advanced)
Statistics – 45 hours (30 advanced)
Statistics Core – 21 hours (15 advanced)
Advanced Mathematics Electives – 3 hours (3 advanced)
Choose 3 advanced hours of MATH.
Free Electives – 21 hours (12 advanced)
Science and Engineering – 45 hours (27 advanced)
Science and Engineering Core – 27 hours (21 advanced)
Choose 27 hours, of which 21 must be advanced, from the College of Engineering and Computer Science and College of Science (excluding MATH, STAT, and MATE).
Free Electives – 18 hours (6 advanced)
Economics – 45 hours (27 advanced)
Economics Core – 24 hours (18 advanced)
Advanced Mathematics Electives – 3 hours (3 advanced)
Choose 3 advanced hours of MATH.
Free Electives – 18 hours (6 advanced)
Total Credit Hours: 48
Total Credit Hours: 120
Admission, Progression, and Graduation Requirements, If Applicable:
Graduation Requirements
- The student must complete all these major course requirements and all MATH and MATE courses with grades of ‘C’ or better and have with a GPA for the major of 2.5 or better.