A major in mathematics can be achieved by satisfying the requirements listed for either the bachelor of arts or bachelor of science. Lower division students are urged to consult a member of the departmental faculty before enrolling in courses other than those satisfying Division V requirements.
The bachelor of arts in mathematics requires MTH 112, 113, 121, 211 or 311, and 321 with at least five additional three-hour courses numbered higher than 109 (excluding 205, 306, and 381), at least two of which must be numbered above 300.
The bachelor of arts in mathematics with a concentration in statistics requires MTH 112, 113, 121, 211 or 311, 321, 357, 358, 359, and either 256 or both 109 and another three-hour course numbered 200 or above (excluding 205, 306, and 381).
The bachelor of science in mathematics requires MTH 112, 113, 121, 311, 321, 391, and 392 with at least six additional three-hour courses numbered higher than 109 (excluding 205, 306, and 381), at least three of which must be numbered above 300.
The bachelor of science in mathematics with a concentration in statistics requires MTH 112, 113, 121, 311, 321, 357, 358, 359, 391, 392; one additional three-hour course numbered 300 or above (excluding 306 and 381); and 256 or both 109 and another three-hour course numbered 200 or above (excluding 205, 306, and 381). Additionally, the research and paper prepared for 391 and 392 must be on a topic related to statistics.
The bachelor of science in interdisciplinary mathematics requires MTH 112, 113, 121, 311 or 321, 391 and 392, as well as seven additional three/four hour classroom courses (not individual studies). These seven courses must be in math or the focused collateral area and must consist of at least three math courses above 116 with at least one being at the 300 level or above; also, the seven courses must consist of at least three focused collateral courses at the 200 level or above. These collateral courses require approval by an advisory committee, and they can not be double counted for any other major at the university. Finally, the 391/392 senior project should have some ties to the collateral area.
A minor in mathematics requires MTH 112, either 113 or 121, and four other courses of at least three hours each numbered higher than MTH 105, two of which must be numbered above 200. Credit is allowed for either MTH 107 or 109, but not both.
A minor in statistics requires five courses chosen from MTH 109, 117, 121, 211, 311, 256, 357, 358, or 359; ANT 380; BIO 380; BUS 201, 202; ECN 215; HES 262, 360; PSY 311, 312; SOC 371, 372; at least two of which must be chosen from MTH 357, 358, 359. Additionally, no more than one course can be chosen from ANT 380; BIO 380; BUS 201; HES 262; MTH 109; PSY 311; or SOC 371 to satisfy this minor.
A minimum grade point average of 2.0 in courses which comprise a major or minor in the department is required for graduation with any major or minor which the department offers. Students may not earn both a major and a minor in the department.
The department regularly schedules activities in mathematics for students that enhance the course offerings. Examples are participation in the annual Putnam examination and the COMAP contest in mathematical modeling; meetings of the mathematics club; seminars and courses which build upon the regularly scheduled course offerings; and student research with faculty.
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematical Economics. The Department of Mathematics and the Department of Economics offer a joint major leading to a bachelor of science degree in mathematical economics. This interdisciplinary program offers the student an opportunity to apply mathematical methods to the development of economic theory, models, and quantitative analysis. The major has the following course requirements: MTH 112, 113, 121, 254, 255; ECN 150, 205, 207, 210, 211, 215, 218; and three additional (3h) courses chosen with the approval of the program advisers. Students selecting the joint major must receive permission from both the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Economics.
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematical Business. The Department of Mathematics and the Wayne Calloway School of Business and Accountancy offer a joint major leading to a bachelor of science degree in mathematical business. This interdisciplinary program, consisting of no more than forty-eight hours, prepares students for careers in business with a strong background in mathematics. The major has the following course requirements: MTH 205 (or both 113 and 121), 253, 256, and 353; ACC 221; BUS 211, 221, 241, 251, 261, 292; FIN 231 and a minimum of two additional (3h) courses chosen from among mathematics and business, not both courses chosen from business, with the mathematics courses being chosen from three-hour courses at the 300 level or higher, excluding 381. The following courses are prerequisites for admission into this major: MTH 112, ACC 111, and ECN 150. CSC 111, 112, and MTH 251 are strongly recommended electives. Students electing this joint major must receive permission from both the Department of Mathematics and the Wayne Calloway School of Business and Accountancy. To graduate from Wake Forest University with a major in mathematical business, the student must satisfy the requirements for graduation of both the Department of Mathematics and the Wayne Calloway School of Business and Accountancy. Refer to the description in this bulletin for the admission, continuation, and graduation requirements of the Calloway School.
Honors. Highly qualified majors are invited by the department to apply for admission to the honors program in mathematics or the joint majors. To be graduated with the designation “Honors in Mathematics,” “Honors in Mathematical Business,” or “Honors in Mathematical Economics,” students must satisfactorily complete a senior research paper. To graduate with“Honors in Mathematics” or “Honors in Mathematical Business,” majors must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 in the major and 3.0 in all college coursework. For additional information, members of the departmental faculty should be consulted.
Students who are enrolled at Wake Forest may not take courses in mathematics at other institutions to satisfy divisional requirements.