Western Carolina University

The mathematics and computer science department offers engaging and in-depth courses in a variety of specialized fields at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

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Undergraduate Programs

The department offers Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees in both computer science and mathematics, and a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed.) in Mathematics.

Corresponding eight-semester plans are offered here:

• B.S. in Computer Science
• B.S. in Mathematics - Actuarial Science
• B.S. in Mathematics - Applied Mathematics
• B.S. in Mathematics - Traditional Mathematics
• B.S.Ed. in Mathematics or B.S in Mathematics - Math Education (students starting on an even year)
• B.S.Ed. in Mathematics or B.S. in Mathematics - Math Education (students starting on an odd year)

The department also offers a minor in both computer science and mathematics and a Second Academic Concentration (SAC) in mathematics in order to allow students an opportunity to expand their career options and broaden the focus on their major.

Visit the Undergraduate Catalog for a comprehensive overview of our curriculum, or to read through our programs’ course descriptions.

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Graduate Programs

The department offers graduate programs in mathematics leading to the:

• Master of Science (M.S.)
• Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.)
• Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)

Visit the Graduate Catalog for a comprehensive overview of our curriculum, or to read through our programs' course descriptions.

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Four Plus One (4 + 1 Program)

The Four Plus One (4 + 1) Program is offered to provide a student working towards a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics a means to complete the requirements for their undergraduate degree as well as a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Applied Mathematics in a period of five years.

For more information on the curriculum, contact the department.