Q&A: What courses would be included in a bachelor degree in math?

by Justin Skycak (@justinskycak) on

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A BS in math would typically include the following courses.

Typical core:

  • Calculus I
  • Calculus II
  • Linear Algebra (Computational)
  • Multivariable Calculus
  • Methods of Proof
  • Abstract Algebra I (Group Theory)
  • Real Analysis I

Sometimes core, sometimes elective, depending on whether the degree is pure vs applied math and how intense the degree is (which can vary depending on the school and whether the degree is honors / grad-school-track or regular). A student will probably take at least half of these.

  • Differential Equations
  • Discrete Math
  • Probability & Statistics
  • Abstract Algebra II (Vector Spaces, Rings, Fields, and Galois Theory)
  • Advanced Linear Algebra (Proof-Based)
  • Real Analysis II (Lebesgue Integration, Functional Analysis)

Typically elective. A student might take a couple of these.

  • Complex Analysis
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Number Theory
  • Topology
  • Logic
  • Math-heavy courses in CS/engineering departments like Machine Learning, Control Theory, etc.


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