Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Trevecca Nazarene University
Key Information
Campus location
Nashville, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 28,590 / per semester
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Aug 2024
Introduction
The Bachelor of Science in mathematics allows students to tailor their degree to best fit their interests, calling, and goals. Students can choose between two concentrations -- pure mathematics and applied mathematics. The program has a strong emphasis on research and our program allows students to apply what they have learned to their own research projects.
Trevecca’s Bachelor of Science in mathematics gives you a solid theoretical foundation in mathematics along with strong research experience. You’ll be able to tailor your degree to match your interests and goals by choosing from two concentrations: pure mathematics or applied mathematics, an interdisciplinary degree with offerings from our physics, engineering, and chemistry programs.
Program Benefits
- Graduate with the skills and experience you need to be competitive in a variety of STEM careers.
- Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
- Participate in our robust undergraduate research programs.
What to Expect
As a student in Trevecca’s mathematics program, you’ll be able to tailor your coursework to match your interests and goals. You can choose from two concentrations: pure mathematics or applied mathematics. If you choose the pure mathematics major, all of your coursework comes from the mathematics department. If you choose the applied mathematics major, you’ll be part of an interdisciplinary program that combines a strong foundation of mathematics with courses from our physics, engineering, or chemistry departments.
In both the pure mathematics and applied mathematics programs, you’ll be able to take advantage of our small class sizes and strong mentoring relationships with your professors who will challenge you to apply what you’ve learned in hands-on research. Every student in the mathematics department presents research at Trevecca’s Student Research Symposium as part of our strong commitment to undergraduate research.
You’ll also be encouraged to participate in the math community beyond Trevecca’s campus. Many students participate in math competitions at the national and international levels and have received awards for their undergraduate research. Our majors also apply for internships, conferences, and research projects around the world. Many of them attend the NSF Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) and the Joint Mathematics Meeting, the world’s largest annual mathematics conference.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your mathematics degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and who will help you establish a strong, biblical worldview.
Curriculum
General Education — 48-50 hours
Exception: The Mathematics component of the General Education curriculum is fulfilled by a course required for this major.
Major - 42 hours
- MAT 1400 Perspectives in Mathematics 1
- MAT 1510 Calculus I 4
- MAT 1520 Calculus II 4
- MAT 2510 Calculus III 4
- MAT 2600 Introduction to Abstract Mathematics 3
- MAT 3090 Linear and Matrix Algebra 3
- MAT 3335 Junior Seminar in Mathematics 1 or PHY 3335/BIO 3335/CHE 3335 Junior Seminar in Physics 1
- MAT 4030 Introduction to Real Analysis 3
- MAT 4060 Modern Algebra 3
- MAT 4080 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometries 3
- MAT 4335 Seminar in Mathematics 1
- SCI 2150 Introduction to Computer Technology for the Sciences 3
Choose three of the following - 9 hours
- MAT 3000 Theory of Probability and Mathematical Statistics 3
- MAT 3010 Discrete Methods 3
- MAT 3050 Introduction to Operations Research 3
- MAT 3020 Differential Equations 3
- MAT 4110 Topics in Mathematics 1-4
Minor — 15-20 hours
General Electives — 8-15 hours
Total Credit Hours: 120
Career Opportunities
The growing market for STEM jobs means your mathematics degree positions you for incredible career opportunities and equips you for future studies in a variety of graduate degree fields. Our past graduates have master's and Ph.D. degrees in finance, business, mathematics, probability, actuarial studies, physics, law, and education. More specifically, your degree prepares you to excel in roles such as:
- Data science
- Actuary
- Statistician
- Operations research analyst
- High school mathematics teacher
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