The program is designed for those seeking positions in industry or with the government. A typical freshman year for a mathematics major includes courses such as Analytic Geometry and Calculus, Computer Programming Fortran, Discrete Structures, Critical Writing and Reading, and courses chosen from the humanities, social, and natural sciences. Go to Menu Careers and further study Graduates may pursue further study in mathematics, law, medicine, or other disciplines that use mathematics, such as economics, biology and psychology. Students may also gear their studies toward a variety of professions, ranging from secondary school teaching to applied mathematics, or even law. Individuals who wish to teach at the elementary or secondary level may participate in the teacher certification program.
Students take a variety of education courses in addition to their major requirements.
The program is capped by a 15 week full-time classroom experience in the senior year. Graduates are then certified in Massachusetts as novice teachers, completing the first of a two-level teacher certification process that continues in graduate school. Many other states have already adopted a similar program, or are moving towards it. Go to Menu Honors and awards Each year, outstanding mathematics students are recognized at the University Honors Convocation. Students may also participate in the University Honors Program.