Mathematics Degree
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO's)
Program Description
Mathematics has applications in almost all subjects, including physics, chemistry, computer science, and engineering. Biologists, sociologists, economists, psychologists, historians, and lawyers have vastly benefited from mathematics in their work for drawing conclusions and developing novel techniques of investigation. Thus, the needs of pure and applied mathematicians are in high demand, with a full agenda. To this end, the Department of Mathematics and Physics offers both Bachelors of Science (BS) and Arts (BA) degree programs to equip graduates with analytical and quantitative knowledge, skills, and expertise to fully participate in a progressive society and constantly competitive global environment. The program enforces training for a solid background in quantitative analysis, a requirement of mathematics related jobs in industry and government. Of which, graduates with a Bachelors of Arts in Mathematics and Grades 7-12 certification will have diverse career options in education, finances, and technology. A minor degree program in mathematics on the other hand develops quantitative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills that are applicable across a wide range of fields to complement any field of study. It requires 12 SCH upper division mathematics courses beyond MATH 2415 Calculus III.
TAMIU mathematics programs lead to an attractive future for students who may have any of the following goals: to prepare for careers in fields requiring a solid background in quantitative analysis; to further graduate work and a career in research or academia, and to teach at various levels. The applications come from theory and tools available from several areas of mathematics. We not primarily focus on these applications to enrich the nature of these disciplines but rather their direct interaction with mathematics, providing a vast array of transferable and marketable skills valuable for their future careers.
A graduate degree is a natural extension of your continuation of higher education in Mathematics. The Master’s in Mathematics Degree Program (M.S.) at TAMIU is as strong as ever! TAMIU was ranked No. 3 among the 10 best colleges for Mathematics majors in the state of Texas, according to a ranking announced by Zippia.com. Our graduates continue to dominate the workforce in Laredo and surrounding areas. Some of them are in prominent positions of leadership and thus, reaping the benefits of the program. This program has already produced more than 60+ students who are currently serving in the school districts, community colleges, and industries. Some even completed doctoral studies. There are four different track options to choose from: Thesis, Non-thesis, Education track, and Applied Statistics track among many courses in various fields. Applied Statistics track offers opportunities to learn about new data tools and methodologies, see data science in action, and network with experts. The courses cover topics such as computational statistics, machine learning, data visualization, practice, and applications.
Graduate Degrees
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Master of Science in Mathematics (MS) (Non-Thesis)
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Applied Statistics Track (MS) (Non-Thesis)
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Master of Science in Mathematics Education Track (MS) (Non-Thesis)
Graduate Handbook and Thesis Manual
3-Year Cycle of Course Offering
Contact:
Department of Mathematics and Physics
Lamar Bruni Vergara Science Center (LBV) 312
Phone: 956.326.2440 | Fax: 956.326.2439