B.S. in Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers
a program of study leading to the B.S. in mathematics degree. This
program provides a substantial background in mathematics, statistics
and computer science to produce graduates who can work as mathematicians.
The B.S. in mathematics allows optional courses that enable the student
to focus on areas of interest like pure or applied mathematics.
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Degree Requirements
The following is a brief summary of degree requirements.
For complete information and restrictions, please consult the
University of Missouri-St. Louis Bulletin appropriate for you.
I. All general education requirements of the University.
Courses in the major may be applied to satisfy the Mathematical Skills
requirement, and the Natural Sciences or Mathematics requirements.
Related Area courses may be used to meet other distribution requirements
if appropriate.
II. The following course work in the Department of
Mathematics and Computer Science is required. (Must be completed with a
grade of C- or higher)
Core Requirements
- 1250 Introduction to Computing
- 1320 Applied Statistics I
- 1800 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
- 1900 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II
- 2000 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III
- 2020 Introduction to Differential Equations
- 2450 Elementary Linear Algebra
- 3000 Discrete Mathematics
- 4100 Real Analysis I
Also required are the following:
- 4160 Complex Analysis I
- 4400 Introduction to Abstract Algebra
- 4450 Linear Algebra
Three additional courses above 4000 in
mathematics, statistics or computer science, at least one of which must
be in mathematics/statistics.
Satisfy the Related Area Requirement
Students must satisfy the requirements in two of the
groups listed under
Related Area Requirements with a grade of C- or better.
Students seeking a double degree, either within the
department or with another department, do not have to fulfill the
related area requirement.