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The core program for students electing a major in Mathematics includes:
In addition, students are encouraged to take courses and tutorials in topology, discrete mathematics, graph theory, probability, geometry, and number theory, as well as computer science and other sciences. Finally, students are applauded for forays into other liberal arts courses in the humanities and social sciences.
An essential element of the mathematics program is participation in the Math Seminar, a longstanding New College tradition. Offered every semester, this seminar provides a forum for math majors as well as nonmajors to present a talk on a mathematically-related topic to an audience of students and the math faculty. One of the most important roles of the Math Seminar has been to build a sense of community in the program in addition to honing students’ communication skills.
Students majoring in mathematics are encouraged to participate in summer research programs.
For students interested in a slash (minor) in mathematics, the minimum requirements are:
New College students must satisfy both the requirements of the Liberal Arts Curriculum (LAC), New College’s general education program, and the specific requirements for the Area of Concentration (AOC). With so many opportunities each term, the pathway below is provided as an example of how a student could complete the requirements for graduation. We’ve put some checkpoints in place so that you make the most of your time at New College. Each term you’ll meet with a faculty advisor to discuss courses, tutorials, internships, or other academic experiences. Schedule a meeting with your faculty advisor to discuss which courses satisfy the LAC and which satisfy the AOC. Each student completes a Provisional AOC Plan in the fifth contract to select an AOC, and each student submits a Thesis Prospectus/AOC Form in the sixth contract.
| Year | Fall Term | January / ISP | Spring Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Calculus I (LAC) | First year ISP | Calculus II |
| General College Elective | General College Elective | ||
| LAC Course 1 | LAC course 3 | ||
| LAC Course 2 | LAC course 4 | ||
| Year 2 | Calculus III | ISP | Linear Algebra (LAC) |
| General College Elective | General College Elective | ||
| Differential Equations | Math seminar (1) | ||
| LAC course 5 | LAC course 6 | ||
| Year 3 | Abstract Algebra I* | ISP | Abstract Algebra II* |
| General College Elective | General College Elective | ||
| Math Seminar (2) | Complex Analysis* | ||
| Advanced Linear Algebra* | |||
| Year 4 | Real Analysis I* | Real Analysis II* | |
| Math Seminar (3) | Thesis | ||
| Thesis | |||
Notes:
1) Many students come in with some calculus and start with Calculus II or III. What is represented here is the maximal path (which takes 8 semesters)
2) Starred courses are on a 2 year rotation. This path assumes starting in Fall of an even year
| Year | Fall Term | January / ISP | Spring Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | Abstract Algebra I* | ISP | Abstract Algebra II* |
| Math Seminar | General College Elective | ||
| General College Elective | Complex Analysis* | ||
| Advanced Linear Algebra* | |||
| Year 4 | Real Analysis I* | ISP | Real Analysis II* |
| Math Seminar | Math Seminar | ||
| Thesis | Thesis | ||
| General College Elective |
Notes: This path is fairly advanced, and may not be realistic for all transfer students.
1) This assumes the transfer student already has credit for Calc I, II and III, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations.
2) In practice, the level at which AA students have taken the basic courses is generally insufficient, and more time is required.
3) Starred courses are on two-year rotation. This path assumes starting in an even year.