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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Mathematical Sciences, BA
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Program Description
The Mathematical Sciences curriculum is designed to be versatile. Students gain a broad knowledge of mathematical concepts and methods that are applicable in sciences, engineering, business, industry, and other professions requiring a strong mathematical background. In addition to the overall goal of preparing students to cope with a variety of mathematical problems, the curriculum seeks to provide an adequate background for students who plan to pursue graduate study or positions in business, industry, or government. More information about the degree program can be found at https://www.clemson.edu/science/departments/math-stat/.
In addition to the overall goal of preparing students to cope with a variety of mathematical problems, the curriculum seeks to provide an adequate background for students who plan to pursue graduate study or positions in business, industry, or government. Students electing the Biology Concentration will have the necessary preparation for entering medical school. More information about the degree program can be found at https://www.clemson.edu/science/departments/math-stat/.
All mathematical sciences majors are required to complete a capstone experience that provides an opportunity to pursue research, independent study, or an approved internship under the direction of a faculty member, or the opportunity to study mathematical models in some area of the mathematical sciences. The capstone experience requires a written report (thesis, computer code, project description, intern experience, etc.) and an oral or poster presentation by each student.
Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Plan
Under this plan, students may reduce the time necessary to earn both degrees by applying up to 12 graduate credits to both undergraduate and graduate program requirements. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements for pursuing the combined degree from the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences as early as possible in their undergraduate program. Enrollment guidelines and procedures can be found under Academic Regulations in this catalog.
First Semester
- MATH 3190 - Introduction to Proof 3 Credits
- Advanced Writing Requirement 3 Credits 7
- Global Challenges Requirement 3 Credits 5
- Math Science Requirement 3 Credits 8
- Natural Science Requirement 4 Credits 5
Second Semester
- MATH 4120 - Algebra I 3 Credits
- Minor Requirement 3 Credits 6
or - Second Major Requirement 3 Credits
- Natural Science Requirement 4 Credits 5
- Oral Communication Requirement 3 Credits 5
- Elective 3 Credits
First Semester
- MATH 4530 - Advanced Calculus I 3 Credits
- Capstone Experience 3 Credits 9
- Minor Requirement 3 Credits 6
or - Second Major Requirement 3 Credits
- Math Science Requirement 3 Credits 8
- Elective 3 Credits
Footnotes
1 Students must complete through 2020 in a modern language. See Modern Languages Requirement at Clemson University statement in Academic Regulations .
2 See General Education Requirements . ECON 2000 or ECON 2110 is recommended.
3 Select CPSC 1010 , CPSC 1060 , or CPSC 1110 .
4 See the South Carolina REACH Act Requirement in the Academic Regulations section.
5 See General Education Requirements .
6 See Minors .
7 Select from EDSC 2260 , ENGL 3040 , ENGL 3120 , ENGL 3140 , ENGL 3150 ; the cluster of AS 3090 , AS 3100 , AS 4090 , and AS 4100 ; or the cluster of ML 3010 , ML 3020 , ML 4010 , and ML 4020 .
8 MATH 3080 or any 4000-level MATH or STAT course.
9 May be satisfied by (1) completion of six credits of MATH 4820 ; (2) completion of six credits of MATH 4910 or an approved substitution; (3) completion of three credits of MATH 4500 and three credits of an additional course approved by advisor selected from MATH 4000 , MATH 4020 , MATH 4030 , MATH 4060 , MATH 4070 , MATH 4080 , MATH 4090 , MATH 4100 , MATH 4110 , MATH 4130 , MATH 4310 , MATH 4340 , MATH 4350 , MATH 4400 , MATH 4410 , MATH 4420 , MATH 4540 , MATH 4550 , MATH 4560 , MATH 4600 , MATH 4640 , MATH 4650 , MATH 4810 , MATH 4820 , MATH 4910 , MATH 4990 , STAT 4020 , STAT 4110 ; or (4) EDSC 4460 for students seeking a double major in Secondary Education-Mathematics.
NOTES:
- For graduation, a candidate for the BA degree in Mathematical Sciences will be required to have a 2.0 or higher cumulative grade-point average in all required MATH courses.
- Students who change majors to Mathematical Sciences must have achieved the Minimum Cumulative Grade-Point Average (MCGPA) by Total Credit Hour Level as defined in the Academic Regulations section and must have received a grade of C or better in all MATH courses taken.
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A transfer course may not be used to satisfy the General Education Global Challenges Requirement. While a transfer course may fulfill other degree requirements, students must enroll in a Clemson course(s) on the Global Challenges list to fulfill the Global Challenges Requirement.
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