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Mathematics (MA)
220 Wright Hall
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0506
http://www.uni.edu/math/academics/master-arts-degrees-mathematics#nonteaching
Head: Dr. Douglas Mupasiri
Phone: (319) 273-2012
E-mail: Douglas.Mupasiri@uni.edu
Graduate Coordinator: Dr. Michael Prophet
Phone: (319) 273-2104
E-mail: Mike.Prophet@uni.edu
Read the UNI Catalog description:
The major in Mathematics is available in three emphases: Mathematics, Secondary Teaching, and Community College Teaching.
Only graduate courses (course numbers 5000 or above) will apply to a graduate degree, even if the undergraduate course number (4999 or less) is listed. No exceptions will be made.
The Mathematics emphasis is available on the thesis and non-thesis options. A minimum of 36 hours is required for the thesis option, including 6 hours of MATH 6299 (800:299) and a minimum of 15 additional hours of 200/6000-level course work. A minimum of 32 hours is required for the non-thesis option, including a minimum of 2 hours of MATH 6299 (800:299) and a minimum of 15 additional hours of 200/6000-level course work.
The Secondary Teaching emphasis is offered on a non-thesis option only; a minimum of 32 hours, including a minimum of 18 hours of 200/6000-level course work is required.
The Community College Teaching emphasis is offered on a non-thesis option only; a minimum of 33 hours, including a minimum of 15 hours of 200/6000-level course work is required.
Students interested in this program must submit a completed Application for Admission to Graduate Study and should contact the Department of Mathematics for other admission requirements. Graduate information and application for graduate admission can be found at www.grad.uni.edu/admission.
The Graduate Record Examination (General Test) is not required for admission to the program.
Courses taken to satisfy B.A. requirements may not be repeated to count toward the graduate program.
Successful completion of a final written comprehensive examination is required for the non-thesis option on the Mathematics emphasis only.
Mathematics Emphasis
Required | ||
Mathematics: | ||
Differential Geometry | 3 | |
Geometric Transformations | ||
Mathematical Analysis I | 3 | |
Complex Analysis I | 3 | |
Abstract Algebra I | 3 | |
Select at least two of the following: | 6 | |
Mathematical Analysis II | ||
Complex Analysis II | ||
Abstract Algebra II | ||
Research: | 2 or 6 | |
Research * | ||
Thesis option (6 hours) | ||
Non-thesis option (2 hours) | ||
Electives | 12 | |
Mathematics: | ||
Select 12 hours from any of the courses listed above that were not used for the requirements there or from among the following: | ||
Topics in Actuarial Science | ||
Differential Equations | ||
Partial Differential Equations | ||
Numerical Analysis | ||
Combinatorics | ||
History of Mathematics: To the Calculus | ||
Introduction to Probability | ||
Intermediate Mathematical Analysis II | ||
Introduction to Complex Analysis | ||
Modern Algebra II | ||
Topology I | ||
Introduction to Stochastic Processes | ||
Theory of Numbers | ||
Topics in the History of Mathematics | ||
Topics in Mathematical Logic and Set Theory | ||
Topics in Probability and Statistics | ||
Introduction to Mathematical Statistics | ||
Regression Analysis | ||
Statistical Quality Assurance Methods | ||
Applied Multivariate Statistical Analysis | ||
Total hours thesis option | 36 | |
Total hours non-thesis option | 32 | |
Secondary Teaching Emphasis
The Secondary Teaching emphasis is designed for secondary school mathematics teachers interested in developing a deeper background in mathematics and pedagogy to enhance teaching and increase student learning.
Required | ||
Mathematics Education: | 20 | |
New Developments in Mathematics Education | ||
Contemporary Assessment in Mathematics Education I | ||
Contemporary Assessment in Mathematics Education II | ||
Algebraic Content and Pedagogy for Teachers | ||
Geometric Content and Pedagogy for Teachers | ||
Reflective Teaching-Cognitive Demand of Mathematical Tasks | ||
Reflective Teaching-Classroom Discourse | ||
Reflective Teaching: Meaningful Distributed Instruction | ||
Reflective Teaching: Leadership | ||
Reflective Teaching: Investigation of Classroom Practice | ||
Current Research in Mathematics Education | ||
Mathematics: | 6 | |
Applied Linear Statistical Methods for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | ||
Foundations of Calculus | ||
Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
Modern Algebra II | ||
Abstract Algebra I | ||
Probability and Statistics for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | ||
Topics in Discrete Mathematics | ||
Non-Euclidean Geometry | ||
Total Hours | 32 | |
Community College Teaching Emphasis
The Community College Teaching emphasis is designed to serve those seeking to prepare for a career in community college teaching or working professionals in the field who are seeking career advancement.
Required: | ||
Mathematics Education: | 12 | |
New Developments in Mathematics Education | ||
Contemporary Assessment in Mathematics Education II | ||
Reflective Teaching-Cognitive Demand of Mathematical Tasks | ||
Reflective Teaching-Classroom Discourse | ||
Reflective Teaching: Meaningful Distributed Instruction | ||
Reflective Teaching: Leadership | ||
Reflective Teaching: Investigation of Classroom Practice | ||
Current Research in Mathematics Education | ||
Mathematics: | 18 | |
Modern Algebra II | ||
Abstract Algebra I | ||
Applied Linear Statistical Methods for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | ||
Probability and Statistics for Secondary Mathematics Teachers | ||
Foundations of Calculus | ||
Topics in Discrete Mathematics | ||
Non-Euclidean Geometry | ||
Postsecondary Education: | ||
History and Philosophy of Higher Education | 3 | |
Total Hours | 33 | |