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Master of Arts Degrees in Mathematics
There are four graduate degree programs in mathematics and mathematics education at UNI: MA in Mathematics (Non-Teaching), MA in Mathematics (Secondary Emphasis), MA in Mathematics for the Middle Grades (4-8), and the Professional Science Masters. For general information about graduate education at UNI, go to the UNI Graduate College web site.
Masters in Mathematics Degree Information
This major is available on the thesis and non-thesis options. A minimum of 36 hours is required for the thesis option; a minimum of 32-35 hours, depending on the emphasis taken, is required for the non-thesis option. A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of 6xxx-level course work is required on the thesis option. A minimum of twelve (12) hours of 6xxx-level course work is required on the non-thesis option.
The Graduate Record Examination (General Test) is not required for admission to the program.
Successful completion of a final written comprehensive examination is required for the non-thesis option.
Master of Arts in Mathematics (Non-Teaching Emphasis)
For more detailed information about this degree, please look at the Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in (pure) Mathematics track in the Master of Arts in Mathematics degree is designed to prepare students wishing to pursue more advanced studies in mathematics at the Ph.D. level or to work in the public or private sector. A major highlight of the track is its size: it is small enough to provide a high degree of individual attention to students, and yet large enough to be able to regularly offer the standard courses that form the core of a typical master's degree program.
- Required Courses
- Mathematics (12 hours)
- At least two of the following (6 hours):
- Research (6 hours, thesis option - 2 hours, non-thesis option)
- Electives from the following (12 hours)
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Master of Arts in Mathematics (Secondary Emphasis)
For more detailed information about this degree, please look at the Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Mathematics (Secondary Emphasis) was designed to extend the content and pedagogical knowledge of high school mathematics teachers. We have had a Master of Arts program for secondary teachers as long as the department as offered graduate degrees. Initially, teachers were advised to take courses (particularly mathematics education) developed for secondary mathematics teachers. In 1992, advising was standardized so that all teachers in the Master of Arts program were advised to take the same set of courses. The program was given its own identity in 1994, following the last academic program review.
- Required Courses
- Mathematics/Education Technology
- Mathematics (21 hours)
- Algebra/Number Theory (a)
- Analysis
(b)
- Geometry
(c)
- Algebra/Geometry
(d)
- History
(e)
- Logic/Set Theory/Topology
(f)
- Probability/Statistics
(g)
- Research
(2 - 6 hours)
- MATH 6299
- Thesis option: 6 hrs. MATH 6299 and one course from each of six of the seven areas a-g, with at least two of those courses at the 6xxx-level.
- Non-thesis option: 2 hrs. MATH 6299 and one course from each of areas a-g, with at least two of those courses at the 6xxx-level.
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Master of Arts in Mathematics for the Middle Grades (4-8) For more detailed information about this degree, please look at the Degree Requirements
The Mathematics for the Middle Grades MA program follows a professional development model that is set in the context of classroom practice. Program content, understandings and experiences are directly and explicitly linked to your teaching. As a member of a cohort of practicing middle grades mathematics teachers, you will find that the friendships, support, and camaraderie found in our program with other teachers going through similar experiences with you will be one of the most important aspects for helping you analyze your teaching and vital in the teacher change process.
If you are interested in gaining new insights and ideas for improving your teaching and wish to examine, discuss and reflect upon the meaningful learning experiences you provide your mathematics students, then the Mathematics for the Middle Grades MA Program is right for you.
Required Courses
- Mathematics
(29 hours)
- Electives (3 hours)
- As approved by the department
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Professional Science Master's Degree in Industrial Mathematics
The Professional Science Master's Degree in Industrial Mathematics is designed to prepare students for a career in industry. The curriculum combines a Business and Experiential component with two degree options, one in Continuous Quality Improvement and the other in Mathematical Computing and Modeling. The Industrial Mathematics PSM student will complete the Business and Experiential Component and one of the two options.
Specific requirements for the options follow.
- Continuous Quality Improvement Option
- Business and Experiential Component
- Required Courses
- One elective course chosen from the following list - 3 hrs.
- Total: 35 Hours
- Mathematical Computing and Modeling Option
- Business and Experiential Component
- Required Courses
- One elective course chosen from the following list - 3 hrs.
- Total: 34 Hours
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