Mathematics, BA
Mathematics courses are designed to engender general interest and professional competence in the field. They will prepare students who wish to become professional mathematicians or use mathematical concepts in their own field of study. Students majoring in mathematics may also qualify for certification in childhood or adolescence education. An appropriate selection of courses will provide the background and skills requisite for mathematical applications in the sciences, social sciences and business areas. The demands of a technological society present many career opportunities for qualified students who can interpret and implement computer-based information. A minimum of 12 upper-level credits at the 3000 or 4000 level in mathematics must be completed at Mount Saint Mary College.
Program Requirements for the Math Major
Required
A minimum of 9 additional credits from the list below. At least 6 elective credits must be MTH courses at the 3000 or 4000 level.
Students Pursuing Education Certification
Elementary/Childhood Education students may take MTH 2060 toward the 9 credit electives.
Adolescent Education students are required to take either MTH 4020 or MTH 4031 .
Students preparing for a career in applied mathematics are encouraged to take up to 6 credits in a related area (e.g. PHY 2010, PHY 2020, BUS 1010, BUS 1020, or ECO 1010, ECO 1020).
Mathematics/Actuarial Science Concentration
Actuarial Science Concentration in Mathematics is for students interested in obtaining a mathematics degree with an actuarial science focus. The actuarial concentration is designed to prepare mathematics majors for financial careers by providing the educational background necessary to prepare for the actuarial exams. Students will obtain their 4-year degree in mathematics while taking business related courses.
Major requirements
This Actuarial Science Concentration is designed to prepare mathematics majors for financial careers by providing the educational background necessary to prepare for the actuarial exams, graduate studies, and careers in the actuarial field.
The following are required and are considered support courses
Electives required in Actuarial Science Concentration
A minimum of 9 additional credits in mathematics courses. At least 6 elective credits must be MTH courses at the 3000 or 4000 level.
MTH 2250 or above OR: