Mathematics, B.A. Four-Year Degree Map for Bulletin Year 2020-2021

First Year

Fall Classes - 16 credits Credits Spring Classes - 16 credits Credits
ENGL 1010: English Composition I
Pathways Required Core
3 ENGL 1012: English Composition II
Pathways Required Core
2
MATH 1011: Precalculus Mathematics
Pathways Required Core (Depending on Math placement, some students may be required to take Math 1021 and Math 1026, in a two-term sequence, in lieu of Math 1011. See an advisor to confirm your math placement.)
3 Life & Physical Sciences
Pathways Required Core
3
U.S. Experience in Its Diversity
Pathways Flexible Core
3 World Cultures & Global Issues
Pathways Flexible Core
3
CISC 1115: Introduction to Programming Using Java
Major
4 MATH 1201: Calculus I
Major
4
General Elective
General Elective
3 General Elective
General Elective
3

Second Year

Fall Classes - 16 credits Credits Spring Classes - 16 credits Credits
Individual & Society
Pathways Flexible Core
3 Scientific World
Pathways Flexible Core
3
Creative Expression
Pathways Flexible Core
3 Creative Expression
Pathways Flexible Core
3
MATH 1206: Calculus II
Major
4 MATH 2001: Transition to Advanced Mathematics
Major
3
MATH 2101: Linear Algebra
Major
3 MATH 2201: Multivariable Calculus
Major
4
General Elective
General Elective
3 General Elective
General Elective
3

Third Year

Fall Classes - 15 credits Credits Spring Classes - 15 credits Credits
College Option
Pathways College Option
3 College Option
Pathways College Option
3
College Option
Pathways College Option
3 College Option
Pathways College Option
3
MATH 3101: Abstract Algebra I
Major
3 Advanced MATH Elective*
Major
3
MATH 2011W: History of Mathematics
Major
3 General Elective
General Elective
3
General Elective
General Elective
3 General Elective
General Elective
3

Fourth Year

Fall Classes - 14 credits Credits Spring Classes - 12 credits Credits
MATH 4201: Advanced Calculus I
Major
3 General Elective
General Elective
3
Advanced MATH Elective*
Major
3 General Elective
General Elective
3
General Elective
General Elective
3 General Elective
General Elective
3
General Elective
General Elective
3 General Elective
General Elective
3
General Elective
General Elective
2    

Degree Details

42 Pathways Credits

37 Major Credits

41 General Elective Credits

Students may apply a second major, or a minor, towards their general elective credits.

120 Total Credits

The four-year degree map is designed to help you take the right courses in the right order so you can graduate in four years. It also helps you distinguish what courses qualify as Pathways courses, or Major courses, or General Elective courses. Ideally, you should follow the four-year degree map as closely as possible, but you are free to make some adjustments so long as the prerequisite requirements are satisfied.

*Students must complete two of the following Advanced MATH Electives: MATH 4101, MATH 4106, MATH 4206, MATH 4211, MATH 4216, MATH 4302, MATH 4306, MATH 4501, MATH 4506, MATH 4511, MATH 4701, MATH 5001, MATH 5002, MATH 5003, MATH 5004.

Mathematics B.A. majors must complete a minimum of 18 credits in advanced courses for the degree. All mathematics courses offered to satisfy the requirements for a major in mathematics must be completed with a grade of C- or higher. (To enroll in any advanced course in mathematics, students must maintain an average grade of C or higher in all courses previously taken in the department, unless this requirement is waived by the chairperson.)

In conjunction with the four-year degree map, you should review Degree Works, and the Brooklyn College website, for an approved list of courses in your major. Overall, it is best to review your academic plan with your advisor on a regular basis.

Contact Information

Department of Mathematics
1156 Ingersoll Hall
Jeff Suzuki, Chairperson
JSuzuki@brooklyn.cuny.edu

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