Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, offered by the Department of Mathematics, provides an in-depth theoretical background focusing on the traditional core areas of mathematics. This program provides a foundation for graduate study or careers in fields using sophisticated quantitative and mathematical analysis. In particular, this program is suitable preparation for graduate study in mathematics.

Campus Location: Main

Program Code: ST-MATH-BS

Distinction in Major

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

Accelerated Programs

Accelerated programs provide a pathway for students to pursue both an undergraduate degree and an advanced degree in a shorter amount of time. Below is a list of available accelerated programs for students in the BS in Mathematics.

​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 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 3098Modern Algebra3
      MATH 4096Senior Problem Solving3
    • 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 (64-65 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 course
    Select one of the following:3-4
    Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming in Python
    Honors Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming in Python
    Computer Programming in C
    Program Design and Abstraction
    Honors Program Design and Abstraction
    Computing in MATLAB
    and Applications in MATLAB
    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 Algebra (F)4
    MATH 2111Basic Concepts of Math3
    MATH 3031Probability Theory I3
    MATH 3051Theoretical Linear Algebra (S)4
    MATH 3098Modern Algebra (F)3
    MATH 3101Topics in Modern Algebra (S)3
    MATH 3141Advanced Calculus I (F)3
    MATH 3142Advanced Calculus II (S)3
    MATH 4051Complex Analysis (F)3
    MATH 4096Senior Problem Solving3
    Three Mathematics electives at the 3000+level or above 19
    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)
    Total Credit Hours64-65
    (F) - Fall only course
    (S) - Spring only course
    1

    Must be approved by Mathematics faculty advisor.

Suggested Academic Plan

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

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

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
FallCredit Hours
MATH 1041
Calculus I
or Honors Calculus I
4
Select one of the following: 3-4
Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming in Python
or Honors Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming in Python
 
Computer Programming in C  
Program Design and Abstraction
or Honors Program Design and Abstraction
 
Computing in MATLAB
and Applications in MATLAB
 
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
GenEd Breadth Course 4-3
 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)  
ENG 0802
Analytical Reading and Writing [GW]
or Analytical Reading and Writing: ESL [GW]
or Honors Analytical Reading and Writing [GW]
4
GenEd Breadth Course 3
 Credit Hours15
Year 2
Fall
MATH 2043
Calculus III
or Honors Calculus III
4
MATH 2111 Basic Concepts of Math 3
MATH 2045 Differential Equations with Linear Algebra (F) 4
IH 0851
Intellectual Heritage I: The Good Life [GY]
or Honors Intellectual Heritage I: The Good Life [GY]
3
GenEd Breadth Course 3
 Credit Hours17
Spring
MATH 3031 Probability Theory I 3
MATH 3051 Theoretical Linear Algebra (S) 4
IH 0852
Intellectual Heritage II: The Common Good [GZ]
or Honors Intellectual Heritage II: The Common Good [GZ]
3
GenEd Breadth Course 3
Elective 2
 Credit Hours15
Year 3
Fall
MATH 3098 Modern Algebra [WI] (F) 3
MATH 3141 Advanced Calculus I (F) 3
GenEd Breadth Course 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
MATH 3101 Topics in Modern Algebra (S) 3
MATH 3142 Advanced Calculus II (S) 3
3000+ Mathematics Elective 1 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Year 4
Fall
MATH 4051 Complex Analysis (F) 3
3000+ Mathematics Elective 1 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
Spring
MATH 4096 Senior Problem Solving [WI] 3
3000+ Mathematics Elective 1 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours15
 Total Credit Hours123
(F) - Fall only courses
(S) - Spring only courses
1

Must be approved by Mathematics faculty advisor.

Accelerated Programs

Students may opt to pursue an accelerated +1 program, enabling them to complete both a bachelor's degree and master's degree in less time than the traditional route.

The following accelerated programs may be of interest to students in the Mathematics BS:

College of Science and Technology

College of Education and Human Development