Program Overview
Stevens Institute of Technology's Bachelor of Science in Mathematics equips students with foundational mathematical concepts, emphasizing abstract analysis, algebra, probability, computational mathematics, and data science. Through research-focused teaching, undergraduate research opportunities, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, students develop skills for careers in industry, graduate studies, and fields like data science, actuary, and research mathematics. The program also focuses on utilizing complex algorithms and exploring areas such as computational mathematics of continuous systems and statistics for risk management.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program at Stevens Institute of Technology is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of foundational mathematical concepts. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to advance science and technology, business and economics, health and medicine, and other aspects of modern society. The program emphasizes a diverse array of mathematical areas, including:
- Abstract analysis
- Modern algebra
- Probability and statistics
- Computational mathematics
- Data science Students will gain a broad background suitable for pursuing careers in industry, while also developing the depth and rigor required for graduate studies in mathematics or related fields.
Teaching:
The program emphasizes a research-oriented, hands-on approach to learning. Students are encouraged to think outside the box and develop an interdisciplinary understanding of the relationship between engineering and science. Key features of the teaching approach include:
- Research-Focused Curriculum: Students are embedded in research groups where they learn cutting-edge technology as a team.
- Senior Research Capstone: Students participate in team or individual capstone projects working on real research projects solving real-world problems, potentially in collaboration with companies.
- State-of-the-Art Research Labs and Facilities: Students have access to facilities like the MakerCenter, Prototype and Object Fabrication Lab, and other research facilities.
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities: Students have opportunities for research over the summer with faculty members or through the interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Program.
Careers:
The mathematics bachelor's program prepares students for a variety of career paths, including:
- Actuary
- Cryptographer
- Data Scientist
- Educator
- Quantitative Analyst
- Research Mathematician
- Statistician Potential hiring organizations include:
- National Security Agency (NSA)
- Science and Engineering Consultant Firms
- Government and Academic Research Labs
- Software Companies like Google and Amazon
- Financial Services
- Insurance Companies
- Predicting and analyzing uncertain events like weather
- Developing cryptographic methods for secure communication
- Extracting insights from large datasets
- Studying the dynamics of pharmaceuticals in the body
- Forecasting public opinions The program also highlights the following focus areas:
- Computational Mathematics of Continuous Systems
- Discrete Mathematics, Cryptography and Computations
- Statistics and Mathematics of Risk Management
