Mathematical Sciences

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Purpose and Focus

The Department of Mathematical Sciences provides opportunities for learning and research in several fields of concentration. Mathematics provides the language and concepts in terms of which knowledge in almost all disciplines is understood and communicated, and it often provides the means and techniques for solving problems. The courses required in the department’s programs serve several purposes which include helping students along paths leading to branches of science and technology as well as to mathematical specializations. These courses are designed to provide routes by which students may arrive at the research level in any of the special areas listed and to allow students to prepare themselves for work in industry or government or in educational institutions.

Accreditation

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Degree Objectives/Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the bachelor’s degree in mathematical sciences, students would have been trained to think analytically, would have rigorous problem-solving skills, and would have a solid background to enable them to pursue graduate studies in mathematical sciences.

Undergraduate Majors

Mathematical Sciences — Bachelor of Arts
Mathematical Sciences — Bachelor of Science
Mathematical Actuarial Sciences  — Bachelor of Science

Areas of Concentrations

Actuarial Sciences

Admission to the Major

Minimum GPA: 2.50 and placement into MATH 181 - Calculus I  or higher.

Admissions Policies

Students must meet minimum GPA requirements.

Students with a GPA less than 2.50, but at least 2.0, may be admitted on probationary status. Students on probation must meet with an advisor to devise a course of study that, when successfully completed, will remove the student from probationary status; the course of study must be approved by the department chair. The course of study shall consist of at least 15 units that apply toward a degree in the major; ordinarily, the course of study will be required to be completed in one calendar year (i.e., two semesters and the summer term). The advisor may request that completion time be extended by one semester for good cause (e.g., more than 15 units in the course of study, course offering schedules, etc.). Failure to satisfactorily complete the probationary course of study is grounds for suspension from the department.

Advisement 

Each student must meet with an academic advisor in the college’s Advising Center before first declaring their major or minor in the mathematical sciences at UNLV, and is encouraged to seek advising at least once a year thereafter. Students should meet with a faculty advisor as needed.

Degree Requirements

A grade of C or higher is required in each MATH or STAT course used to satisfy degree requirements for a major or minor in mathematical sciences. At most, six credits of independent study may be used in any undergraduate degree program in mathematical sciences. A student may not major or minor in dual areas of the mathematical sciences.

The following courses cannot count as credit for any degree program in the Department of Mathematical Sciences: STAT 491 , STAT 492 , MATH 431 , MATH 432 . Consult with the College of Sciences Advising Center for information on appropriate courses.

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