Mathematics, B.S.

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The Mathematics major will consist of the following components:

Students must also have at least a 2.00 grade point average for all mathematics courses enrolled (excluding MTH-110 , MTH 115, MTH-120 , MTH 145, MTH-301 , and MTH-302 ).

Foundational Courses:

Algebra & Analysis Experiences:

Analysis:

Algebra:

Proof-Based Experiences:

Any two of the following:

MTH-320 Number Theory
MTH-325 Modern Geometry
MTH-330 Combinatorics and Graph Theory
MTH-350 Complex Variables
MTH-420 Topology *
MTH-450 Real Analysis *
MTH-451 Topics in Analysis
MTH-460 Group Theory *
MTH-461 Topics in Algebra
MTH-465 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory *
*Any experiences used in Algebra & Analysis cannot be applied here.

Electives:

three additional MTH courses at the 200 level or higher (excluding MTH 301 and 302)

and, at least two more science courses appropriate for a major in the respective discipline:

which fulfills the Empirical Studies of the Natural World (NW) general education requirement for Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree candidates.

Further considerations for specific career goals

Students planning to teach mathematics in secondary schools must include these mathematics courses in their majors:

These students must also successfully complete:

Further Considerations

Students may also pursue certification through Furman’s Master of Arts in Teaching. Consult with the Coordinator of Mathematics Education or the Education Department (https://www.furman.edu/academics/education ) to learn about the programs of teacher preparation.

For students planning for graduate study in mathematics, the major should include:

For students planning mathematics-related careers in government service, business or industry, the major should include:

at least two courses focused on analysis:

and, at least one upper-level computer science course:

Course Options for First-Year Students

Entry Level Courses (with associated GER)

MTH-110 Finite Mathematics MR - Mathematics and Formal Reasoning
MTH-115 Ideas in Mathematics MR - Mathematics and Formal Reasoning
MTH-120 Introduction to Statistics MR - Mathematics and Formal Reasoning
MTH-145 Calculus for Management, Life and Social Sciences MR - Mathematics and Formal Reasoning
MTH-150 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I MR - Mathematics and Formal Reasoning

Note:

Please note that there are also MR courses offered by Computer Science (CSC 105 Introduction to Computer Science) and by Economics (ECN 120 Statistics for Economics and Business). When deciding which course to take to satisfy your MR GER, consider your interests while also taking into account your abilities. There is no placement exam, so please consult with our department should you need guidance.