Global Studies

Global Studies

Degree Type

Bachelor of Arts

About

You want to travel the world—start here with our Global Studies degree to get there.    

Introduction

Global Change Starts With You

When you experience the world beyond what you’re used to, it can change you for the better. Learn about other countries, cultures, governments, and infrastructures, and prepare for a range of international career opportunities in this innovative and interdisciplinary program. Through our program, we encourage students to get excited about study abroad opportunities.

You can choose to major or minor in Global Studies

The Global Studies program focuses on learning outcomes across 4 key areas:

  • Recognizing global perspectives
  • Analyzing global affairs
  • Communicating ideas
  • Learning a second language

Specifically, you’ll learn how to: 

  • Identify and describe global cultures and societies 

  • Describe and analyze global economies and political systems, foreign policies, and their philosophical foundations 

  • Conduct authoritative research 

  • Prepare written and oral compelling arguments about global affairs 

  • Communicate in a second language at an intermediate level   

Go beyond the classroom with a Global Studies degree. Learn about international study abroad and internship opportunities, and prepare for a career in foreign affairs, intelligence, health, development, law, and social services.  

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Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:

 

College Requirements (12 credits)

CourseCreditsName
HIST 2013World History I
HIST 2023World History II
WLIT 2073World Literature
GEOG 1023World Regional Geography

 

Core Courses (33 credits)

CoursecreditsName
WLIT 3863Modern Literature: Africa, Asia, Latin America
GLST 3013Introduction to Global Studies
BUSI 3203International Business
PHIL 314 Social and Political Philosophy

HIST 300

or

ENGL 305

3

 

3

Research Methods

or

Advanced Expository Writing

HIST 4073U.S. Foreign Policy
POSC 4043International Relations
GEOG 4023Political Geography
HIST 3153History of Africa
HIST 4053History of Latin America
HIST 4xx3

History of Asia (HIST 404)

or

History of Europe (HIST 411)

or

History of the Middle East (HIST 426)

 

Foreign Language Requirements (3-12 credits)

You may need to take anywhere from 3-12 credits depending on your language placement results or transfer credits.  

CourseCreditsName
FOLA 1013Foreign Language I
FOLA 1023Foreign Language II
FOLA 2013Intermediate Foreign Language I
FOLA 2023Intermediate Foreign Language II

 

Capstone Requirements (3 credits)

CourseCreditsName
GLST 4503Global Studies Seminar

Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.

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Minor in English

Minor in English

Degree Type

Minor

About

Learn from classic and contemporary stories to gain the skills you need to write your own way.

Introduction

Why minor in English?

Writing and analytical skills never go out of style, and are always in demand. Broaden your perspective—and your skills—with 18 credits across literary, language, sociolinguistics, and a wealth of other advanced electives. 

You can also major in English.

Minor Requirements

To graduate with a minor in English, students must complete 18 credit hours with a grade of “C’ or better in each minor course:

Course Credits Name
ENGL 210 3 Literary Genres

ENGL 301

or

ENGL 302

3

 

3

The Nature of Language

or

Sociolinguistics 

ENGL 3xx and 4xx 12 Level 300 and 400 Electives
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English

English

Degree Type

Bachelor of Arts

About

Learn from classic and contemporary stories to gain the skills you need to write your own way.

Introduction

An English degree is a liberal arts degree that focuses on developing strong reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking skills. Reading, research and analysis of journalistic, media, and literary pieces provide opportunities to learn transferable soft skills valuable to any career in any industry.

You can choose to major or minor in English.

Be the Author of Your Own Story

You'll learn from a firm English and liberal arts curriculum and graduate ready to pursue graduate or professional school, or a wide variety of careers in media, law, education, politics, creative writing, or public relations, among others.

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in English, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:

Core English Courses

All English majors must successfully complete all core courses regardless of concentration.

Literature in History (9 credits)

  • ENGL 201 British Literature I or ENGL 202 British Literature II
  • ENGL 205 American Literature I
  • ENGL 206 American Literature II

Critical Methods (6 credits)

  • ENGL 208 Critical Writing
  • ENGL 210 Introduction to Literary Genres

African-American Literature (6 credits)

  • ENGL 235 Literature of the Black American I or ENGL 236 Literature of the Black American II
  • ENGL 338 Studies in Black American Literature

Upper-Level Writing (3 credits)

  • ENGL 305 Advanced Expository Writing or ENGL 307 Technical Writing or 300-level Creative Writing (CRWR) or Journalism (JRNL) course

Program Electives (12 credits)

  • At least four 300-level English (ENGL), Creative Writing (CRWR), Philosophy (PHIL), Journalism (JRNL), or World Literature (WLIT)

Bachelor of Arts Requirements (9 credits)

  • 300-level Philosophy (PHIL)
  • At least two 200-level Spanish (SPAN), French (FREN) or Latin (LATN) or WLIT 207 World Literature Ancient to Post-Modern plus WLIT 386 Modern Literature: Africa, Asia, and Latin America or SPAN 303 Survey of Spanish Literature I or SPAN 304 Survey of Spanish Literature II

Capstone Assignment & Senior Colloquium (3 credits)

  • ENGL 496 Senior Colloquium 

Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.

Additional Requirements

  • English majors must successfully complete all core courses with a C grade or higher.
  • English majors must earn a C grade or higher in a GER Philosophy course.
  • English majors must pass the Departmental Assessment, which is a capstone thesis paper.
  • Students who earn two or more grades below C in any single semester in Core English Courses may not be allowed to continue as English majors.

How to Stay an English Major

We strongly recommend you continuously work with your academic advisor through your program journey. Here are some important things you need to know about how to stay an English major in good academic standing:

  • Complete all major and minor courses with a C or better.
  • Maintain a cumulative 2.5 grade point average (GPA) in major courses and non-major courses taken to satisfy English major requirements.

Please note, students who receive 2 or more grades below C in any 1 semester in major courses and program non-major courses are not allowed to continue as English majors.

 

Sample Degree Plan

Be sure to connect with your academic advisor to plan your semester courses. The plan below is just an example—your journey may have different requirements.

Fall Semester

Course

Name

FRESEM 101

Freshman Seminar

ENGL 101

English Composition I

SOCI 201

Introduction to Sociology

MATH 110

College Algebra

HIST 203

U.S. History I

PHIL 102

Introduction to Logic

Spring Semester

course

Name

ENGL 102

English Composition II

BIOL 101

Biological Science

SPCH 105

Speech Communication

MISY 150

Technology Fluency

HIST 204

U.S. History II

Fall Semester

Course

Name

ECON 103

Introduction to Business and Economics

PHSC 103

Technology and Human Affairs

WLIT 207

World Literature Ancient to Post-Modern

ENGL 205

American Literature I

ENGL 208

Critical Writing

Spring Semester

Course

Name

ENGL 202

British Literature II

ENGL 206

American Literature II

ENGL 210

Literary Genres

IDIS 102

Music and Dance

GEOG 102

World Regional Geography

Fall Semester

Course

Name

HIST 205

African American History I

ENGL 235

Literature of the Black American I

ENGL 305

Advanced Expository Writing

HEED 101

Personal Health

ANTH 207

Cultural Anthropology

Spring Semester

Course

Name

ENGL 307

Technical Writing

ENGL 338

Studies in Black American Literature

ENGL 391

Special Topics: Hip Hop Women

SPAN 304

Survey of Spanish Literature II

PSYC 201

General Psychology

Fall Semester

Course

name

CRWR 303

Creative Writing

ENGL 240

Introduction to Film

ENGL 392

Special Topic: Black Creators and New Media

PHIL 3XX

Upper-level Philosophy

ART 103

Basic Design

Spring Semester

Course

Name

ENGL 496

Senior Colloquium

DANC 226

Fundamentals of Choreography

MUSC 201

Survey of Jazz Music

THEA 211

Acting for Non-Majors

POSC 201

Introduction to Political Science

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Urban Arts

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College

English lives in the Department of Humanities in the School of Arts & Sciences within the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.

Department of Humanities

School of Arts & Sciences

Department of Humanities

We are home to creativity, communications, critical thinking, as well as history, global studies, and the performing arts.

Education for Our Past, Present, and Future 

The Department of Humanities has a variety of majors and performance programs designed to help you find your place in the world. Through your journey with us we’ll encourage you to challenge yourself and the world around you. You’ll learn to ask the big questions, think deeply and meaningfully, learn to look for inspiration anywhere and everywhere, and grow your own creative process. From English to history and global studies to the urban and performing arts, all the world is your stage.

Our department continues to build on our own efforts to adapt to the Covid-19 pandemic. We have continued to provide a high level of expert instruction, attentive student support, and complex learning experiences. Our faculty has dedicated time to enhancing their skills to deliver you a combination of virtual, hybrid, and safe face-to-face classroom experiences. We will continue to respond to changing guidelines, and pledge to keep you safe while committing to your educational goals.

Where can your humanities degree take you?

Our alumni have gone on to fulfilling careers in:

  • journalism and entertainment
  • teaching and education
  • local and federal government
  • arts and arts administration,
  • museums and archives

Our graduates also continue on to advanced study at some of the most prestigious universities, including:

  • Howard University
  • The Johns Hopkins University
  • Rutgers University
  • UNC Chapel Hill

Locally, we have strong academic partnerships with the law schools at the University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Baltimore.

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Our Programs

Dance

Undergraduate

English

Undergraduate

Global Studies

Undergraduate

History

Undergraduate

Urban Arts

Undergraduate

African American Studies

Undergraduate
Coppin State University Recognized for Top Adult Programs for 2021

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Humanities is the largest department on campus. We boast faculty with expertise in writing, acting, photography, modern dance, media studies, public history, poetry, critical theory, design and production, culture of the African diaspora and more. In addition to the staff and faculty listed below, we'd like to thank the following Adjunct Faculty team members too:

Chairperson and Professor/Coordinator World Literature Program

faculty

Can Help With
Advising
Teaching
Schedule Classes
Associate Professor

faculty

Auditorium Technical Liaison

staff

Associate Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

Seth Forrest
Assistant Professor

faculty

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Associate Professor

faculty

Can Help With
First-Year Writing
English Major
Assistant Professor

faculty

Associate Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor/Director of Speech and Theatre

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

Can Help With
Theatrical Design, especially Lighting Design
Theatre History
Theatre Safety
Associate Professor

faculty

Director of Student Development

staff

Executive Administrative Assistant

staff

Associate Professor

faculty

Roger Stritmatter
Professor

faculty

Can Help With
History of Ideas in English Lit.
Edward de Vere Studies
Forensic Handwriting
Dance Coordinator & Assistant Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

College

The Department of Humanities is within the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.

Department of Humanities

School of Arts & Sciences

Department of Humanities

We are home to creativity, communications, critical thinking, as well as history, global studies, and the performing arts.

Education for Our Past, Present, and Future 

The Department of Humanities has a variety of majors and performance programs designed to help you find your place in the world. Through your journey with us we’ll encourage you to challenge yourself and the world around you. You’ll learn to ask the big questions, think deeply and meaningfully, learn to look for inspiration anywhere and everywhere, and grow your own creative process. From English to history and global studies to the urban and performing arts, all the world is your stage.

Our department continues to build on our own efforts to adapt to the Covid-19 pandemic. We have continued to provide a high level of expert instruction, attentive student support, and complex learning experiences. Our faculty has dedicated time to enhancing their skills to deliver you a combination of virtual, hybrid, and safe face-to-face classroom experiences. We will continue to respond to changing guidelines, and pledge to keep you safe while committing to your educational goals.

Where can your humanities degree take you?

Our alumni have gone on to fulfilling careers in:

  • journalism and entertainment
  • teaching and education
  • local and federal government
  • arts and arts administration,
  • museums and archives

Our graduates also continue on to advanced study at some of the most prestigious universities, including:

  • Howard University
  • The Johns Hopkins University
  • Rutgers University
  • UNC Chapel Hill

Locally, we have strong academic partnerships with the law schools at the University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Baltimore.

girl in dorm room at laptop

Writing Center

Our Programs

Dance

Undergraduate

English

Undergraduate

Global Studies

Undergraduate

History

Undergraduate

Urban Arts

Undergraduate

African American Studies

Undergraduate
Coppin State University Recognized for Top Adult Programs for 2021

Math Center

Get peer and professional help for all kinds of math problems.

Current student? Report a complaint or concern.

Report a concern or complaint

Contact Us

Humanities is the largest department on campus. We boast faculty with expertise in writing, acting, photography, modern dance, media studies, public history, poetry, critical theory, design and production, culture of the African diaspora and more. In addition to the staff and faculty listed below, we'd like to thank the following Adjunct Faculty team members too:

Chairperson and Professor/Coordinator World Literature Program

faculty

Can Help With
Advising
Teaching
Schedule Classes
Associate Professor

faculty

Auditorium Technical Liaison

staff

Associate Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

Seth Forrest
Assistant Professor

faculty

Photo of Matthew Hill
Associate Professor

faculty

Can Help With
First-Year Writing
English Major
Assistant Professor

faculty

Associate Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor/Director of Speech and Theatre

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

Can Help With
Theatrical Design, especially Lighting Design
Theatre History
Theatre Safety
Associate Professor

faculty

Director of Student Development

staff

Executive Administrative Assistant

staff

Associate Professor

faculty

Roger Stritmatter
Professor

faculty

Can Help With
History of Ideas in English Lit.
Edward de Vere Studies
Forensic Handwriting
Dance Coordinator & Assistant Professor

faculty

Assistant Professor

faculty

College

The Department of Humanities is within the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.

Minor in Computer Science

Minor in Computer Science

Degree Type

Minor

About

Be the person behind the computers, devices, software, and technology that impact our daily lives.

Introduction

Why minor in computer science?

Give yourself and your skills a technical edge. Consider a computer science minor where you can learn the basics of data, systems, programming logic and languages or even artificial intelligence.

You can also major in Computer Science.

Minor Requirements

To graduate with a minor in computer science, students must complete 20 credit hours with a grade of “C’ or better in each minor course:

Course Credits Name
COSC 199 3 Introduction to Computer Programming
COSC 220 4 Computer Science I
COSC 221 4 Computer Science II
COSC xxx 3 Computer Science Elective*
COSC xxx 3 Computer Science Elective*
COSC xxx 3 Computer Science Elective*

*COSC electives must be approved by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science.

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Computer Science is in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.

Computer Science

Computer Science

Degree Type

Bachelor of Science

About

Be the person behind the devices, software, and technology that impact our daily lives.

Introduction

A computer science degree provides you with not only the technical skills needed to create, engineer, and build life-changing technologies, but also the analytical skills to think critically about the world, and how technology can make it better.

You can choose to major or minor in Computer Science.

You'll graduate ready to: 

  • Apply your knowledge and skills to careers in technology-related fields
  • Study computer science at the graduate level
Students studying

750+ Course Options

The Coppin State University Academic Catalog has a wide variety of skill-building courses designed to inspire and prepare you to be in-demand professionals and transformational leaders.

Our computer science degree prepares you for success in advanced studies, or careers in computer-related industries.

There is more information about major requirements in the Program Requirements section on this page.

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among course prerequisites, major requirements, and electives. Expand each section below to see the range of course offerings.

Major Requirements

Course Semester (if applicable) name
COSC 199   Introduction to Computer Programming
COSC 220   Computer Science I
COSC 221   Computer Science II
COSC 302 Fall Advanced Data Structures and Files
COSC 306 Spring Operating Systems
COSC 307 Fall Artificial Intelligence
COSC 310 Fall Systems Programming
COSC 312 Spring  Database Management Principles
COSC 314 Spring Web Programming
COSC 316 Spring Assembly Language and Machine Organization
COSC 339 Fall Programming with Visual Basic
COSC 406 Spring Data Communication Systems
COSC 409 Fall Software Engineering
COSC 420 Fall Special Topics in Computer Science
COSC 417 Spring Computer Science Senior Seminar
MATH 131   College Algebra for Math and Science Majors
MATH 132   Precalculus
MATH 201   Calculus I
MATH 202   Calculus II
MATH 211   Discrete Mathematics I
MATH 212   Discrete Mathematics II
MATH 301   Linear Algebra
MATH 302   Numerical Methods
PHYS 303   Mechanics and Particle Dynamics
PHYS 304   Heat, Electricity, and Magnetism

The 8 credits of calculus-based physics courses also serve as the natural science General Education Requirement (GER).

Electives

Course Semester (if applicable) name
COSC 412 Spring Computer Graphics
COSC 414 Spring Advanced Web Programming

Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.

Assessment and Additional Graduation Requirements

Each computer science major must take an assessment to be considered for graduation. Department faculty create the assessment. It involves completing an individual or group project related to topics taught in major courses.

In addition to the assessment, each major must also take a final capstone course (COSC 417) during senior year. This course covers current and advanced topics in the field, and brings together concepts learned throughout the program.

Sample Degree Plan

This plan is to show the program plan for a degree in Computer Science. It is for example purposes only. Your academic journey may be slightly different from another student’s journey, so be sure to always communicate with your academic advisor before finalizing your course schedule.

Fall Semester 

Course name
ENGL 101 English Composition I
ECON 103 Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurial Economics
MATH 131 Math for Liberal Arts
ORIE 101 Freshman Seminar
HIST 205 African American History I
PHIL 102 Introduction to Logic

Spring Semester

course name
ENGL 102 English Composition II
PHSC 103 Technology and Human Affairs
SPCH 105 Speech Communication
COSC 199 Introduction to Programming
HIST 206 African-American History II

Fall Semester

Course name
ECON 201 Introduction to Economics
IDIS 103 Visual Arts and Theatre
WLIT 207 World Literature
BIOL 101 Biological Sciences
COSC 220 Computer Science I

Spring Semester

Course name
COSC 221 Computer Science II
COSC 314 Web Programming 
MATH 301 Linear Algebra
COSC 316 Assembly Language
MATH 132 Precalculus

Fall Semester

Course name
COSC 302 Advanced Data Structure and Files
COSC 339 Visual Basi
COSC 307 Artificial Intelligence
MATH 211 Discrete Mathematics I
MATH 201 Calculus I

Spring Semester

course name
COSC 420 Special Topics
COSC 306 Operating Systems
COSC 312 Databases
MATH 212 Discrete Mathematics I
MATH 202 Calculus II

Fall Semester

Course name
COSC 310 System Programming
COSC 409 Software Engineering
COSC 417 Senior Seminar
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor

Spring Semester

Course Name
COSC 406 Data Communications
COSC 412 Computer Graphics
COSC 414 Advanced Web Programming
MATH 302 Numerical Methods
XXXX xxx General Elective

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Undergraduate

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Computer Science is in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education

Minor in Mathematics

Minor in Mathematics

Degree Type

Minor

About

Math is so much more than numbers. Studying the relationship between numbers, structures, and patterns can help you see—and solve—real world problems.

Introduction

Why minor in math?

Interested in technical fields like computer science or engineering? Or are you more interested in the social sciences or liberal arts? Whatever path you choose to study, pursuing a mathematics minor can give you a solid foundation in skills employers are always looking for.

You can also major in Math.

Minor Requirements

To graduate with a minor in math, students must complete 15 credit hours with a grade of “C’ or better in each minor course:

Course Credits Name
MATH 201 3 Calculus I
MATH 202 3 Calculus II
MATH 301 3 Linear Algebra
MATH xxx 3 Math Elective*
MATH xxx 3 Math Elective*

*MATH electives must be approved by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science.

Students studying

750+ Course Options

The Coppin State University Academic Catalog has a wide variety of skill-building courses designed to inspire and prepare you to be in-demand professionals and transformational leaders.

Related Programs

Mathematics

Undergraduate

Computer Science

Undergraduate
College

Mathematics is in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.

Mathematics

Mathematics

Degree Type

Bachelor of Science

About

Math is so much more than numbers. Studying the relationship between numbers, structures, and patterns can help you see—and solve—real world problems.

Introduction

Skills learned as part of a mathematics degree can adapt to so many different industries because of how you learn to prepare and apply creative and problem-solving thinking. While studying for a mathematics degree, you’ll learn how to approach complex, technical, and abstract concepts, proving that the skills you learn here, you can use anywhere.

You can choose to major or minor in Mathematics.

What You'll Learn

You'll graduate ready to:

  • Study mathematics at the graduate level
  • Enter jobs in business, government, or industry
  • Study subjects that require a strong mathematics background, such as chemistry, economics, engineering, operations research, and actuarial science
Students studying

750+ Course Options

The Coppin State University Academic Catalog has a wide variety of skill-building courses designed to inspire and prepare you to be in-demand professionals and transformational leaders.

Our mathematics degree prepares you for success in advanced studies, or private and public sector careers. Graduates go on to roles within economics, engineering, chemistry, logistics and operations, as well as actuarial science, among others. Discover what else you can do with a career in mathematics.

There is more information about major requirements in the Program Requirements section on this page.

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among General Education Requirements (GERs), course prerequisites, and major courses. Expand each section below to see the range of course offerings, and different math course requirements by department.

Core Courses

CourseName
MATH 132Precalculus
MATH 201Calculus I
MATH 202Calculus II
MATH 211Discrete Mathematics
MATH 250The Language of Mathematics
MATH 301Linear Algebra
MATH 302Numerical Methods
MATH 303Introduction to Mathematical Statistics
MATH 309Calculus III
MATH 307Elements of Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry
MATH 310

Algebraic Structures

(Course prerequisite: MATH 205)

MATH 401

Real Analysis

(Course prerequisite: MATH 205)

MATH 405Differential Equations
MATH 417Mathematics Seminar
COSC 199Introduction to Computer Programming
COSC 220Computer Science I
COSC 221Computer Science II
PHYS 303Mechanics and Particle Dynamics
PHYS 304Heat, Electricity, and Magnetism
  

The 8 credits of calculus-based physics courses also serve as the natural science General Education Requirement (GER).

 

Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.

Assessment and additional graduation requirements

Each mathematics major must take an assessment to be considered for graduation. Department faculty creates the assessment, which may involve completing an individual or group project related to topics taught in major courses.

In addition to the assessment, each major must also take a final capstone course (MATH 417) during senior year. This course covers current and advanced topics in the field, and brings together concepts learned throughout the program.

Sample Degree Plan

This plan is to show the program plan for a degree in mathematics. It is for example purposes only. Your academic journey may be slightly different from another student’s journey, so be sure to always communicate with your academic advisor before finalizing your course schedule.

Fall Semester 

Course name
ENGL 101 English Composition I
ECON 103 Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurial Economics
MATH 131 Math for Liberal Arts
ORIE 101 Freshman Seminar
HIST 205 African American History I
PHIL 102 Introduction to Logic

Spring Semester

course credits name
ENGL 102 3 English Composition II
PHSC 103 3 Technology and Human Affairs
SPCH 105 3 Speech Communication
MATH 132 3 Pre-Calculus
HIST 206 3 African-American History II

Fall Semester

Course name
ECON 201 Introduction to Economics
IDIS 103 Visual Arts and Theatre
WLIT 207 World Literature
BIOL 101 Biological Sciences
MATH 201 Calculus I

Spring Semester

Course credits name
MATH 202 3 Calculus II
MATH 250 3 The Language of Math
MATH 301 3 Linear Algebra
COSC 199 3 Introduction to Programming
XXXX xxx 3 General Elective or Minor Course

Fall Semester

Course name
MATH 309 Calculus III
MATH 211 Discrete Mathematics I
COSC 220 Computer Science I
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor
XXXX xxx General Elective

Spring Semester

course name
MATH 302 Numerical Methods
MATH 405 Differential Equations
COSC 221 Computer Science II
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor
XXXX xxx General Elective

Fall Semester

Course name
MATH 310 Algebraic Structures
MATH 303 Mathematical Statistics
MATH 307 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor

Spring Semester

Course Name
  Real Analysis
  Senior Seminar
XXXX xxx General Elective
XXXX xxx General Elective
XXXX xxx General Elective

Sample Plan for Math Major with Computer Science Minor

This sample plan shows an example of the mathematics major with a computer science minor. 

Fall Semester 

Course name
ENGL 101 English Composition I
ECON 103 Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurial Economics
MATH 131 Math for Liberal Arts
ORIE 101 Freshman Seminar
HIST 205 African American History I
PHIL 102 Introduction to Logic

Spring Semester

course credits name
ENGL 102 3 English Composition II
PHSC 103 3 Technology and Human Affairs
SPCH 105 3 Speech Communication
MATH 132 3 Pre-Calculus
HIST 206 3 African-American History II

Fall Semester

Course name
ECON 201 Introduction to Economics
IDIS 103 Visual Arts and Theatre
WLIT 207 World Literature
BIOL 107 Biological Sciences
MATH 201 Calculus I

Spring Semester

Course credits name
MATH 202 3 Calculus II
MATH 250 3 The Language of Math
MATH 301 3 Linear Algebra
COSC 199 3 Introduction to Programming
XXXX xxx 3 General Elective or Minor Course

Fall Semester

Course name
MATH 309 Calculus III
MATH 211 Discrete Mathematics I
COSC 220 Computer Science I
PHYS 303 Mechanical and Particle Dynamics

Spring Semester

course name
MATH 302 Numerical Methods
MATH 405 Differential Equations
COSC 221 Computer Science II
COSC 314 Web Programming
PHYS 304 Heat Electricity and Magnetism

Fall Semester

Course name
MATH 310 Algebraic Structures
MATH 303 Mathematical Statistics
MATH 307 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry
COSC 302 Advanced Data Structure and Files
XXXX xxx General Elective or Minor

Spring Semester

Course Name
  Real Analysis
  Senior Seminar
COSC 306 Operating Systems
COSC 312 Databases
XXXX xxx General Elective

Related Programs

Mathematics

Undergraduate

Computer Science

Undergraduate
College

Mathematics is in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

School of Arts & Sciences

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Learn the quantitative, qualitative, and analytical skills that make you an asset to any industry.

Get Skills That Cross Industries

Welcome to the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science! We offer programs where you’ll develop the analytical skills to look at the world through a lens of research and inquiry. A degree in mathematics or computer science prepares you for private and public careers across a variety of industries. Our students have gone on to fulfilling careers in business, government, and education.

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Computer Science

Undergraduate

Cybersecurity Engineering

Mathematics

Undergraduate
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Math Center

Get peer and professional help for all kinds of math problems.

Mathletics Summer Camp

Immerse your child in the world of athletics and mathematics! The Mathletics program exposes students to recreational activities and data collection and its use in decision making by sports teams.
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Our faculty come from both academic and professional backgrounds. Get to know us, our wide ranging expertise, our research, and the big questions we get excited about.

Atma Sahu
Chairperson and Professor

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Ph.D. Doctoral Committee, examination and guidance
STEM and Cybersecurity program design and grant writing
Faculty Development Pedagogy; STEM Teacher Education, Program Evaluation and Accreditation
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Administrative Assistant

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Assistant Professor

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Basic Fact Mastery
Assistant Professor

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computer science theory, practice & education, computer algorithms & architectures
quantum computing theory & instruction, materials science, density functional theory
High Performance Computing (HPC) and Parallel & Distributed Computing (P&DC) theory, practice and instruction
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The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is within the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education