104
Mathematics, B.S.
Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics must complete the mathematics core of courses and one of the concentrations. MATH 105 Calculus I
Select 6 courses at the 300 or 400 level in Math
18 18
Total Credits
Applied Mathematics (47 Credits) Students who are interested in preparing for careers in business or industry should choose this concentration. Courses introduce a variety of areas of applied mathematics. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following.
4 4 3 4 3 3 3 2 3
MATH 106 MATH 204 MATH 205 MATH 291 MATH 305 MATH 315 MATH 370 CSCI 105
Calculus II
Introduction to Abstract Math
Calculus III
Linear Algebra
Introduction to Real Analysis I
Abstract Algebra I
Concentration-Specific Requirements MATH 321 Numerical Analysis
Readings in Mathematics 1
3 3 3 3 3
Introduction to Computer Science
MATH 331 MATH 332 MATH 333 MATH 335
Probability Statistics
Students who plan to pursure graduate studies should take at least two of the following courses regardless of the area of concentration: MATH 410 Introduction to Real Analysis II
Operations Research
Ordinary Differential Equations
or MATH 440 Complex Variables Elective Requirements Select one course at the 300 or 400 level in Math
MATH 450 Abstract Algebra II MATH 480 Research Seminar Total Credits
3
29
Total Credits
18
1 MATH 370 must be taken twice (2 credits total). Concentrations Actuarial Science (62 Credits) Students who wish to pursue actuarial science, business analytics, or related fields should choose this concentration. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following:
Computer Science (53 Credits) This concentration allows a mathematics major the opportunity to focus on the more mathematical aspects of computer science. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following.
Concentration-Specific Requirements Select at least two courses from the following: MATH 321 Numerical Analysis MATH 331 Probability MATH 332 Statistics MATH 333 Operations Research The following courses are also required: CSCI 106 Data Structures
6
Concentration-Specific Requirements BUSN 201
Principles of Macroeconomics Principles of Microeconomics Principles of Accounting I Principles of Accounting II
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BUSN 202 BUSN 211 BUSN 212 BUSN 370 MATH 190 MATH 331 MATH 332 MATH 333 MATH 335
3 3
Business Finance Business Statistics
CSCI 220
Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming
Probability Statistics
CSCI 400
Theory of Algorithms
3
Elective Requirements Select three courses at the 300 or 400 level in Math or Computer Science
Operations Research
9
Ordinary Differential Equations
Elective Requirements Select one course (3 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math
Total Credits 24 Mathematics: Secondary Instruction (65 Credits) Students who wish to prepare to teach mathematics at the secondary level should select this concentration to work toward a preliminary single- subject credential. The Professional Teacher Preparation Program leading to a California Teaching Credential at Biola University is subject to change in response to new legislation. Please see a credential analyst in the School of Education for current information on completing the requirements for a teaching credential. Students must consult with both their major advisor and a School of Education advisor.
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Total Credits
33
Pure Mathematics (47 Credits) This concentration allows the student flexibility in the selection of upper- division courses. A faculty advisor will aid the student in making these choices. Students planning to pursue mathematics in graduate school will find this concentration particularly appropriate. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following:
Elective Requirements
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