University of Richmond

Major & Minor Requirements - Math

The Math Major

Note: The grade point average of the coursework comprising the major must be no less than 2.00 with no mathematics course grade below C- (1.7). Students are strongly advised to consult with faculty in planning their major curriculum.

For either the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree:

MATH 211 or 231 Calculus I
MATH 212 or 232 Calculus II
MATH 235 Multivariate Calculus
MATH 245 Linear Algebra
MATH 250 Fundamentals of Abstract Mathematics
MATH 306 Abstract Algebra I
MATH 320 Real Analysis I
Two units, chosen from
MATH 307 Abstract Algebra II
MATH 321 Real Analysis II
MATH 324 Continuous Mathematical Models
MATH 330 Mathematical Statistics
MATH 331 Complex Analysis
MATH 336 Operations Research
Two additional units of 300-level mathematics courses
CMSC 150 or 155 Introduction to Computing

And for the Bachelor of Science degree:

Four other units in computer science with at least two at the 300 level, or two units beyond the introductory level in one of the following fields: physics (200 level or above), chemistry (200 level or above), or biology (numbered higher than 205).

Students are expected to fulfill all prerequisites necessary for courses within the major. Prerequisites do not count toward the major unless otherwise noted.

Note: Students are strongly advised to complete either MATH 306 or 320 prior to the senior year.

 

The Math Minor

Note: The grade point average of the coursework comprising the minor must be no less than 2.00 with no mathematics course grade below C- (1.7). Students are strongly advised to consult with faculty in planning their minor curriculum.

6 units, including

MATH 211 or 231 Calculus I
MATH 212 or 232 Calculus II
MATH 235 Multivariate Calculus
MATH 245 Linear Algebra
Two units at the 300 level