Mathematics (BS)

Program Description

The BS in Mathematics at the Tandon School of Engineering is a degree in mathematics with an applied focus and a science and engineering component. Students in this program have the opportunity to pursue additional coursework in fields such as Computer Science, Robotics, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, and Electrical Engineering as part of their degree requirements.

Admissions

New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU.  For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply. 

Program Requirements

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Please refer to the General Education Requirements website for additional information. 

Note: EXPOS-UA 1 Writing as Inquiry and EXPOS-UA 22 Advanced Writing for Engineers do not count toward the Humanities and Social Sciences Elective requirement of 16 credits.

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Interdisciplinary components involving two or more of the fields above will be considered. The courses comprising a math major’s engineering component must be approved in advance by an official Mathematics Department adviser.

Sample Engineering Components

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Robotics

Sample Plan of Study

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:

1. Gain a command of core areas in both pure and applied mathematics, including but not limited to real and complex analysis, linear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations.
2. Achieve mastery of a particular applied or engineering field and how mathematics is used in that field.
3. Be ready for a variety of career options following graduation, including, but not limited to graduate study in applied mathematics, engineering, medicine, as well as professional careers in consulting, business & finance, and technology.

Policies

NYU Policies

University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages.

Tandon Policies

Additional academic policies can be found on the Tandon academic policy page.