Bachelor of Science, Major in Mathematics: 4+1 MS Mathematics
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science, Major in Mathematics: 4+1 MS in Mathematics | ||
| Core Curriculum | ||
| Component Area I (Communications) | 6 | |
| Component Area II (Mathematics) 1 | 3 | |
| Component Area III (Life and Physical Science) 2 | 8 | |
| Component Area IV (Language, Philosophy, and Culture) 3 | 3 | |
| Component Area V (Creative Arts) | 3 | |
| Component Area VI (U.S. History) | 6 | |
| Component Area VII (Political Science/Government) | 6 | |
| Component Area VIII (Social and Behavioral Sciences) | 3 | |
| Component Area IX (Component Area Option) 1 | 4 | |
| Degree Specific Requirements | ||
| Science Courses for Science Majors - Select eight hours from the following: 2 | 8 | |
| General Biology I and General Biology II | ||
| General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II | ||
| COSC 1436 | Programming Fundamentals I | 4 |
| ENGL 2332 | World Literature I: Before the 17th Century 3 | 3 |
| or ENGL 2333 | World Literature II: From the 17th Century and After | |
| KINE 2115 | Lifetime Health and Wellness 4 | 1 |
| PHYS 1411 & PHYS 1422 | Introduction To Physics I and Introduction To Physics II | 8 |
| or PHYS 2426 | Heat, Waves & Modern Physics | |
| Major: Foundation | ||
| MATH 1420 | Calculus I 1 | 4 |
| MATH 1430 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2440 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 3300 | Introduction to Mathematics Thought | 3 |
| MATH 3376 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 3377 | Introduction to Linear Algebra and Matrices | 3 |
| MATH 4361 | Introductory Analysis | 3 |
| MATH 4366 | Elementary Analysis | 3 |
| MATH 4371 | Theory and Applications of Probability and Statistics I | 3 |
| MATH 4377 | Algebraic Structures | 3 |
| Major: Prescribed Electives | ||
| Advanced MATH Electives 5 | 6 | |
| Electives: General | ||
| Advanced General Electives | 6 | |
| Minor: Required | ||
| Minor 6, 7 | 18 | |
| 4+1 MS in Mathematics 8 | ||
| MATH 5397 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 6332 | Introduction To Topology | 3 |
| MATH 6333 | Foundations Of Analysis I | 3 |
| MATH 6334 | Foundations Of Analysis II | 3 |
| MATH 6335 | Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 6336 | Algebra II | 3 |
| MATH 6361 | Mathematical Logic | 3 |
| MATH 6368 | Numerical Linear Algebra | 3 |
| Graduate MATH Electives | ||
| Select graduate courses in MATH in consultation with the Graduate Advisor | 12 | |
| Thesis OR Project + Internship | 6 | |
| Thesis | ||
| Research and Thesis | ||
| Research And Thesis | ||
| Project + Internship | ||
| Mathematics Internship | ||
| Research Methods in Mathematics | ||
| Total Hours | 156 | |
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MATH 1420 satisfies the Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area II (Mathematics) and one semester credit hour of the Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area IX (Component Area Option).
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Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area III (Life and Physical Science).
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Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area IV (Language, Philosophy, and Culture).
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If KINE 2115 is used to satisfy the Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area IX (Component Area Option), an additional credit hour will be needed as a General Elective.
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Advanced MATH electives do not include MATH 3363, MATH 3379/STAT 3379, MATH 3380, MATH 3381, MATH 3383, MATH 3384, MATH 3386, MATH 3387, MATH 4367, MATH 4384, and MATH 4385. (MATH 3363, MATH 4367, MATH 4384, and MATH 4385 are designed for students in the BS, Double Major in Education and Mathematics.)
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Minor includes at least nine hours of advanced coursework.
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The following minor cannot be paired with this degree program: Minor in Mathematics.
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Students planning to pursue the 4+1 Mathematics option must complete the Graduate Application process and be accepted to the MS in Mathematics program. In order to apply to the 4+1 Mathematics program, students must complete all undergraduate degree plan requirements (minimum of 120 semester credit hours) and all admission requirements. Once a student is accepted to the graduate Mathematics program, students are eligible to begin the Mathematics program upon completion of all admission requirements.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate/Graduate Course Crosswalk | ||
| The undergraduate course requirements identified below are satisfied by the corresponding (row) graduate courses identified below. | ||
| Undergraduate Level Courses | ||
| MATH 4369 | Foundations of Analysis (satisfied by MATH 6333) | 3 |
| MATH 4378 | Abstract Algebra (satisfied by MATH 6335) | 3 |
| Graduate Level Course Replacements | ||
| MATH 6333 | Foundations Of Analysis I | 3 |
| MATH 6335 | Algebra I | 3 |
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework to complete the BS in Mathematics degree.
Students must meet a 2.5 minimum overall major GPA in all major coursework to complete the BS in Mathematics degree.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework to complete the BS in Mathematics degree.
Students must meet a 2.5 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework to complete the BS in Mathematics degree.
Students should use the Minor and Advanced Electives to complete the 42-advanced hour requirement for graduation.
Anyone considering a degree in Mathematics should consult an advisor in the Department of Mathematics prior to registering for any courses. For more information, please visit the Lee Drain Building, Suite 420.
