MSc. Mathematics - Mathematics Education

The Mathematics Education Concentration of the Master of Science in Mathematics in the College of Basic and Applied Sciences provides students with a deep and comprehensive foundation in advanced mathematics at the Masters' level. The Mathematics Education concentration is designed for (a) mathematics teachers who wish to significantly increase and deepen their mathematical knowledge and/or teach dual enrollment courses, (b) individuals who would like to pursue teaching mathematics at the community college level, and (c) individuals with a bachelor's degree in mathematics (or in a related area with a minor in mathematics) who eventually wish to obtain a terminal degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D. related to mathematics education). Students take courses in advanced mathematics that will build upon their undergraduate mathematics courses. This includes both theoretical mathematics courses and mathematics courses which examine secondary mathematics from an advanced perspective that is consistent with graduate level rigor.

Career Path

Graduates with a concentration in actuarial and financial mathematics are in high demand in the insurance and financial industries, as they have the skills and knowledge to analyze and solve complex actuarial and financial problems. In addition to traditional roles in banking and finance, actuarial and financial mathematicians are also in demand in the insurance, investment, pension, and risk management industries. They may also work in government and academia, as well as in roles related to data science and machine learning. Overall, the demand for financial mathematicians is expected to remain strong in the future.