University of New England

Degree: Bachelor of Science with a major in Mathematics

College: Arts and Sciences

Department: Mathematics

Contact: Dr. Susan Gray (Chair)   sgray@une.edu

Mathematics is central to effective communication, critical thinking, and decision-making. Its study enhances a liberal arts education by exposing students to the methods and philosophies of quantitative analysis and the role mathematics plays in the modern world. The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers courses and opportunities supporting students and faculty to pursue quantitative inquiries.

The bachelor of science major in mathematics provides students with a strong theoretical grounding in the major branches of mathematics and exposure to a variety of applications in mathematics and other disciplines.  Mathematics majors engage in research in an area of interest during their senior year and they receive model instruction preparing them for careers in mathematics, statistics and many other fields.  Mathematics majors are also prepared for future advanced study in mathematics, statistics, and other graduate areas.  The curriculum integrates computer and other technology-based approaches to demonstrate the modern practices of mathematics.  The College of Arts and Sciences core curriculum adds a strong liberal arts foundation to the major.  

Courses in mathematics provide students with stimulating ideas and tools essential to study in many academic disciplines.  Students in all majors will find courses to develop their skills and increase their confidence in the use of mathematics and their appreciation of its value for solving problems, conducting and interpreting research, and thinking about social, economic, and other contemporary issues. 

Additionally, the department supports University of New England faculty members in their efforts to research mathematics, to study the teaching and learning of mathematics, to collaborate with professionals, and to develop as teacher scholars. 

Transfer Credit and Advanced Standing
Courses previously completed at another accredited college can be transferred to this degree program.  Transferred mathematics courses must be reasonably close in scope and content to the mathematics courses offered at UNE in order to count as exact equivalents.  Otherwise, they will transfer as general electives.  All previously completed mathematics courses must be no older than five years prior to matriculation at UNE.  Other options and restrictions apply. See Undergraduate Admissions also.

Students majoring in mathematics while working toward secondary mathematics teacher certification will find model instruction preparing them for careers in teaching mathematics at the secondary level.  The department offers mathematics majors the opportunity to select all of the EDU secondary education certification courses (listed below) as their electives in order to become middle school or high school math teachers (grades 7-12). While providing a solid foundation in math, this program includes extensive coursework in education, which, when combined with the secondary teaching internship, will result in State of Maine teacher certification upon completion of the degree program. This program is approved by the State of Maine Board of Education.

Minor in Mathematics
Students may earn a mathematics minor by completing a minimum of 6 mathematics courses numbered MAT 120 or above with grades of C or higher and a 2.75 cumulative grade point average in all courses applying to the minor. Only one of the courses MAT 120 or 150 can be applied to a mathematics minor.  Students wishing to declare a mathematics minor must submit a course plan in writing for approval by the Department of Mathematical Sciences faculty. Prior consultation with a mathematics faculty member is encouraged.

Math Placement
Refer to Mathematics Placement Procedures for guidelines about mathematics placement.

Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog

This Catalog documents the academic programs, policies, and activities of the University of New England for the 2007-2008 academic year. The information contained herein is accurate as of date of publication August 1, 2007.

The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances.

While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements.