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College of Science
Department of Mathematics

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics -Actuarial

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1st year

Fall Semester

MATH 1426

COMMUNICATION CORE

ECON 2305

UNIV 1101/1131

4 CREDIT HOUR LANG. COURSE

Spring Semester

MATH 2425 COMMUNICATION CORE ECON 2306

4 CREDIT HOUR LANG. COURSE CREATIVE ART CORE

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 30

2nd year

Fall Semester

MATH 2326

MATH 3316

MATH 3330

HIST1301

APPROVED SCIENCE SEQUENCE

Spring Semester

MATH 3300

CSE 1310

ACCT 2301

HIST 1302

APPROVED SCIENCE SEQUENCE

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 32

3rd year

Fall Semester

MATH 3313

MATH 3321 OR MATH 3335 MATH 3345

ACCT 2302

POLS 2311

Spring Semester

MATH 3302

MATH 3321 OR MATH 3335

MATH 4311 OR MATH 4312

MATH 4313

FINA 3313

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 30

4th year

Fall Semester

MATH 3318

FINA3315

FINA 4318

ADDITIONAL NATURAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE

POLS 2312

Spring Semester

ELECTIVE

FINA4319

MATH 4311 OR MATH 4312

ADDITIONAL NATURAL SCIENCE

LANGUAGE/PHILOSOPHY/CULTURE

MATH SEQUENCE (MATH 4321 OR

MATH 4335)

HOURS 29

TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 121

Beginning the Journey 

EDUCATE 

Take UNIV-SC 1131-020, the Freshman Student Success course for math majors.

Enroll in a calculus or similar course, depending on level of preparation.

Become familiar with degree requirements for math majors.

Review the different math degree options: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with focus in Industrial and Applied Mathematics, Actuarial Science and Statistics, or UTEACH (secondary education).

Collaborate with advisor/professor to draft a four-year

pIan of studies.

ENGAGE  

Learn about student chapters of mathematical professional organizations: Actuarial Science Club; American Mathematical Society Graduate Chapter; Association for Women in Mathematics; Mathematical Association of America; Mid-Cities Math Circle; Pi Mu Epsilon Chapter; Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics; Society for the Advancement of Chicanos & Native Americans in Science.

Get to know math professors and their areas of research.

EXCEL  

Join Honors College, if appropriate.

Look for summer internships or REU programs.

Consider a study abroad program.

Trailblazing the Path

EDUCATE 

Take MATH 3330 as soon as prerequisites are met.

Continue taking required courses.

Gear up for success in the Big Three: MATH 3300 (Intro to Proofs), MATH 3307 (Math Analysis I), MATH 3321 (Abstract Algebra I).

Explore avenues for participation in undergraduate research.

ENGAGE 

Inquire about opportunities for Service Learning.

Become a tutor in the Learning Resource Center, the Ideas Center, or Supplemental Instruction.

 

Attend meetings of student organizations in mathematics.

 

Ask a professor to mentor you for undergraduate research.

 

Consider joining UTEACH program.

 

Become an officer of student organization. °

 

Find opportunities to represent mathematics or the Mathematics Department in the broader community.

EXCEL 

Present a poster at ACES.

Give a talk at the Texas MAA annual meeting.

Present a poster at the Joint MAA AMS meeting in January.

Familiarize yourself with the latest relevant software.

*You can ask your freshman advisor about what these requirements are

Destination Graduation

EDUCATE 

Complete degree requirements.

Apply for graduation.

Take GREs, if appropriate.

Collaborate with Career Development Center; participate in job fairs.

ENGAGE

Put together resume highlighting all engagement activities.

Apply and visit graduate schools, if appropriate.

Visit local industries, Lockheed Martin Career Development Center.

EXCEL 

Apply for graduate school, if appropriate.

Do an undergraduate or Honors thesis.

Prepare a professional paper of your undergraduate research and submit to a journal.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Internships

Fellowships

Assistantships

Job fairs

Scholarships

Peer Academic Leadership

GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

Global Grounds

Global Mavericks Program

International Week

Language Exchange Program

Study Abroad

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Mentorships

Student organizations

Peer education

Volunteering

Tutoring and coaching

Student Governance

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Service Learning

UTA Volunteers

Camps for high school students

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Undergraduate Research Assistantship

Contact your professors for opportunities

Find your career

What career options do I have with this major?

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Workforce Skills

Creativity/Ingenuity: Synthesize existing ideas and concepts in innovative and creative ways to develop new ways of thinking or working and engage in divergent thinking and risk-taking.

Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision, or opinion.

Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal.

Career Readiness

Abstract Formulation of Models

Attention to Detail

Communicate Ideas Clearly and Efficiently in a Variety of Mediums through Listening, Clarifying, and Responding Comprehensively

Creativity and Innovation in Identifying Solutions

Critical Thinking Skills to Evaluate and Solve Problems

Work Independently or in Small Groups

Flexibility by Adapting to Changing Conditions and Work Assignments

Logical Reasoning

Organize, Analyze, and Interpret Numerical Data

Proficiency for Accuracy and Detail

Quantitative Problem-Solving

Set Priorities and Handle Multiple Assignments and Tasks

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Quantitative Reasoning, Construct Logical Arguments, Ability to Manipulate Precise and intricate ideas

Take Action

Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activities

Engage with the UTA Lockheed Martin Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers

Meet with a career consultant

Network with employers

Discover internships and co-ops

Apply for on-campus employment

Join Handshake, our career services platform

Participate in career development programs

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