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

Areas of Concentration

Actuarial Sciences

Admission to the Major

Minimum GPA: 2.50

Admissions Policies

The department follows the admission policies of the College of Sciences.

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 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.

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