Mathematical Sciences

What do Mathematical Science majors learn?

A major in the mathematical sciences is designed to fulfill several objectives:
  1. to develop mathematical reasoning through problem solving;
  2. to investigate the mathematical theory that facilitates an understanding of mathematical applications;
  3. to provide a background for careers in applied mathematics and computer science or teaching of secondary school mathematics;
  4. to prepare for graduate studies in the mathematical sciences.
Mathematical science majors study mathematical theory in areas such as calculus, probability and statistics, and modern algebra. In applied mathematics they take courses such as cryptanalysis and modelling.

Among the faculty are the editor and founder of Cryptologia Magazine, a member of the international study group on the relations between history and pedagogy of mathematics, a Director of the Lewis Carroll Foundation and editor of Lewis Carroll's Mathematical Pamphlets.

Besides classroom work, the student has the opportunity to participate in the student chapters of the Mathematical Association of America and the Association for Computer Machinery. Activities include guest lectures, field trips and student competitions.

In addition to a state-of-the-art computer laboratory for use in the study of Mathematics, students have access to sophisticated computer equipment with network capabilities.


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