MATH CONCENTRATION AND SPECIALIZATIONS

The Concentration in Mathematics for Economics is designed for students with a strong interest in mathematics who would like to use their mathematical background to obtain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of modern economics. This program will prepare students for a variety of options after graduation, including direct employment in the business world, entry into an MBA program, or advanced graduate education in either economics or in mathematics. Apply after completion of Economics 20A-B.

Faculty advisor Knut Solna, ksolna@math.uci.edu, MSTB 273

The Specialization in Applied and Computational Mathematics is designed for students with a strong interest in mathematics and in mathematical applications to areas of science and engineering. By choosing elective courses carefully, students completing this specialization will be prepared for a career in a variety of computing and/or engineering areas. Students will also be prepared to seek a Master's degree in one of these areas or to continue on to a graduate program in Applied Mathematics.

Faculty advisor Hong-Kai Zhao, zhao@math.uci.edu, MSTB 277

The Specialization in Mathematics for Education focuses on courses that are especially useful for prospective Mathematics teachers. A CCTC-approved subject matter program (SMP) in Mathematics can be easily satisfied in tandem with this specialization, enabling students to waive a subject matter exam for teachers (see http://www.gse.uci.edu/AP_SMPP_Math.php).

Faculty advisor Larry Chrystal, chrystal@math.uci.edu, MSTB 284

The Specialization in Statistics track stipulates that Mathematics major requirements F and H must include 31A-B-C or Stats 120A-B-C, 130B-C or 132B-C, and two additional courses approved in advance by the Department for this specialization, such as Math 105A-B, 176, or 171A-B.

Faculty advisor Knut Solna, ksolna@math.uci.edu, MSTB 273