Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics, offered by the Department of Mathematics, focuses on mathematical and computational methods applicable in the sciences, engineering and industry. In particular, this degree is suitable preparation for professions featuring sophisticated mathematical modeling and/or scientific computing. This degree is also suitable preparation for graduate study in applied mathematics or related disciplines.

Campus Location: Main

Program Code: ST-APMA-BS

Distinction in Major

To graduate with distinction in this major, a student must satisfy the following criteria:

​Undergraduate Contact Information

Brian Rider, Chair
Wachman Hall, Room 638
215-204-7841
mathematics@temple.edu

Maria Lorenz, Vice Chair
Wachman Hall, Room 610
215-204-7852
mathadvising@temple.edu

Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate Studies
Wachman Hall, Room 632
215-204-7847
mathadvising@temple.edu

Learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics.

These requirements are for students who matriculated in academic year 2024-2025. Students who matriculated prior to fall 2024 should refer to the Archives to view the requirements for their Bulletin year.

Bachelor of Science Requirements

Summary of Requirements for the Degree

  1. University Requirements (123 total s.h.)
    • Students must complete all University requirements including those listed below.
    • All undergraduate students must complete at least two writing-intensive courses for a total of at least six credits at Temple as part of their major. The specific writing-intensive course options for this major are:
      MATH 3096Introduction to Modern Algebra3
      MATH 3098Modern Algebra3
      MATH 4096Senior Problem Solving3
      SCTC 2396Writing for Science and Technology3
    • Students must complete the General Education (GenEd) requirements.
      • See the General Education section of the Undergraduate Bulletin for the GenEd curriculum.
      • Students who complete CST majors receive a waiver for 2 Science & Technology (GS) and 1 Quantitative Literacy (GQ) GenEd courses.
    • Students must satisfy general Temple University residency requirements.
  2. College Requirements
    • A minimum of 90 total credits within the College of Science & Technology (CST), the College of Liberal Arts (CLA), and/or the College of Engineering (ENG).
      • A minimum of 45 of these credits must be upper-level (courses numbered 2000 and above).
    • Complete a one-credit first-year or transfer seminar.
      • SCTC 1001 CST First Year Seminar for every entering first-year CST student.
      • SCTC 2001 CST Transfer Seminar for every entering transfer CST student.
  3. Major Requirements for Bachelor of Science (71-73 s.h.)
    At least 9 courses required for the major must be completed at Temple. At least 8 Math courses must be completed at Temple.

    Computer Programming courses
    MATH 1033Computing in MATLAB1.5
    MATH 1034Applications in MATLAB1.5
    Mathematics courses
    MATH 1041Calculus I4
    or MATH 1941 Honors Calculus I
    MATH 1042Calculus II4
    or MATH 1942 Honors Calculus II
    MATH 2043Calculus III4
    or MATH 2943 Honors Calculus III
    MATH 2045Differential Equations with Linear Algebra4
    MATH 2111Basic Concepts of Math3
    MATH 2121Mathematical Modeling and Simulation3
    MATH 3031Probability Theory I3
    MATH 3043Numerical Analysis I (F)4
    MATH 3044Numerical Analysis II (S)3
    MATH 3051Theoretical Linear Algebra4
    Select one of the following:3
    Real & Complex Analysis I
    Advanced Calculus I (F)
    Select one of the following:3
    Real & Complex Analysis II
    Advanced Calculus II (S)
    MATH 4041Partial Differential Equations3
    MATH 4043Applied Mathematics (F)3
    Two Mathematics electives at the 3000+ level or above - select from the following: 16-8
    Mathematical Statistics
    Probability Theory II
    Complex Analysis
    Physics courses
    Select one of the following:4
    Elementary Classical Physics I
    Honors Elementary Classical Physics I (F)
    General Physics I
    Honors General Physics I (F)
    Select one of the following:4
    Elementary Classical Physics II
    Honors Elementary Classical Physics II (S)
    General Physics II
    Honors General Physics II (S)
    Writing-Intensive Courses (Mathematics/College of Science & Technology)
    Select one of the following:3
    Introduction to Modern Algebra
    Modern Algebra
    Writing for Science and Technology
    MATH 4096Senior Problem Solving3
    Total Credit Hours71-73
    (F) - Fall only course
    (S) - Spring only course
    1

    Other courses are possible, subject to approval by a Mathematics faculty advisor.

Suggested Academic Plan

Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics

Suggested Plan for New Students Starting in the 2024-2025 Academic Year

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
FallCredit Hours
MATH 1033 Computing in MATLAB 1.5
MATH 1034 Applications in MATLAB 1.5
MATH 1041
Calculus I
or Honors Calculus I
4
Select one of the following: 4
Elementary Classical Physics I  
Honors Elementary Classical Physics I (F)  
General Physics I  
Honors General Physics I (F)  
SCTC 1001 CST First Year Seminar 1
ENG 0802
Analytical Reading and Writing [GW]
or Analytical Reading and Writing: ESL [GW]
or Honors Analytical Reading and Writing [GW]
4
 Credit Hours16
Spring
MATH 1042
Calculus II
or Honors Calculus II
4
Select one of the following: 4
Elementary Classical Physics II  
Honors Elementary Classical Physics II (S)  
General Physics II  
Honors General Physics II (S)  
IH 0851
Intellectual Heritage I: The Good Life [GY]
or Honors Intellectual Heritage I: The Good Life [GY]
3
Elective 4
 Credit Hours15
Year 2
Fall
MATH 2043
Calculus III
or Honors Calculus III
4
MATH 2045 Differential Equations with Linear Algebra 4
MATH 2111 Basic Concepts of Math 3
IH 0852
Intellectual Heritage II: The Common Good [GZ]
or Honors Intellectual Heritage II: The Common Good [GZ]
3
Elective 2
 Credit Hours16
Spring
MATH 2121 Mathematical Modeling and Simulation 3
MATH 3031 Probability Theory I 3
Select one of the following: 3
Introduction to Modern Algebra [WI]  
Modern Algebra [WI]  
Writing for Science and Technology [WI]  
GenEd Breadth Course 3
GenEd Breadth Course 3
 Credit Hours15
Year 3
Fall
MATH 3043 Numerical Analysis I (F) 4
Select one of the following: 3
Real & Complex Analysis I  
Advanced Calculus I (F)  
3000+ Math Elective 1 3-4
Elective 3
Elective 2-1
 Credit Hours15
Spring
MATH 3044 Numerical Analysis II (S) 3
Select one of the following: 3
Real & Complex Analysis II  
Advanced Calculus II (S)  
MATH 3051 Theoretical Linear Algebra 4
GenEd Breadth Course 3-4
Elective 3-2
 Credit Hours16
Year 4
Fall
MATH 4043 Applied Mathematics (F) 3
3000+ Math Elective 1 3-4
GenEd Breadth Course 3
GenEd Breadth Course 3
Elective 3-2
 Credit Hours15
Spring
MATH 4041 Partial Differential Equations 3
MATH 4096 Senior Problem Solving [WI] 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
 Total Credit Hours123
(F) - Fall only course
(S) - Spring only course
1

Other courses are possible, subject to approval by a Mathematics faculty advisor.