Dual Degree Mathematics (B.A.) and Data Science (M.S.)
The Mathematical Sciences Department at Salve Regina University offers a dual 3+2 program with the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth leading to a B.A. in mathematics and a minor in data analytics from Salve Regina University and a master’s degree in data science from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
Students in this 5-year program take courses to fulfill the requirements for the B.A. in mathematics and a minor in data analytics at Salve Regina University in the first three years of study, after which they take courses at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth for two additional years. In the fourth year of this program, students take courses at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth for the master’s degree in data science and to complete their B.A. in mathematics from Salve Regina University. Upon successful completion of courses at the end of the fourth year, students in this program are awarded the B.A. in mathematics with a minor in data analytics and graduate with their class at Salve Regina University’s commencement. In the fifth year of this program, students complete the requirements for a master’s degree in data science from University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
To remain in this program, students must maintain a 3.25 GPA, with no grade below a C- in any mathematics (MTH), computer science (CSC), data science and analytics (DSA) , or statistics (STA) course, and have the written recommendation of the department chair.
Students seeking the B.A. in mathematics and a minor in data analytics from Salve Regina University and a master’s degree in data science from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth enroll at Salve Regina University for three years followed by two years at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. A minimum of 120 credits are required to earn a bachelor’s degree, including 41-44 credits of core courses. While enrolled at Salve Regina University, students in this program complete a minimum of 90 credits, including the following required courses:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH-173 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH-195 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MTH-196 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MTH-203 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MTH-211 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTH-213 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Select one option depending on calendar year: | 9 | |
Courses required for mathematics majors entering in an ODD calendar year (9 credits): | ||
| Abstract Algebra | ||
| Statistical Theory I | ||
| Statistical Theory II | ||
Courses required for mathematics majors entering in an EVEN calendar year: | ||
| Geometry | ||
| Analysis I | ||
| Analysis II | ||
| CSC-103 | Computer Programming I | 3 |
| CSC-104 | Computer Programming II | 3 |
| DSA-201 | Introduction to Data Science and Analytics | 3 |
| DSA-202 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| PHY-205 | Principles of Physics I | 4 |
| PHY-206 | Principles of Physics II | 4 |
| Select one elective course from the following: | 3 | |
| Accounting Research & Analytics | ||
| Algorithms and Data Structures | ||
| Introduction to Econometrics | ||
| Core curriculum | ||
| FYT-101 | First Year Studio | 1 |
| GST-098 | Sophomore Studio | 1 |
| UNV-101 | University Seminar | 3 |
| UNV-102 | University Seminar II | 3 |
| PHL-225 | Quest for the Good Life | 3 |
| RTS-225 | The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions | 3 |
| Eight additional core courses. | 24 | |
| Total Credits | 91 | |
Up to 30 credits of approved coursework completed at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in year 4 will be transferred to Salve Regina to complete undergraduate degree requirements, including the requirements for the B.A. in mathematics.
Degree Plan for Dual Degree Mathematics (B.A.) and Data Science (M.S.) (Starting in odd year)
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| FYT-101 | First Year Studio | 1 |
| UNV-101 | University Seminar | 3 |
| MTH-195 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CSC-103 | Computer Programming I | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| UNV-102 | University Seminar II | 3 |
| MTH-196 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MTH-173 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| CSC-104 | Computer Programming II | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| GST-098 | Sophomore Studio 1 | 1 |
| RTS-225 or PHL-225 |
The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions 2 or Quest for the Good Life |
3 |
| MTH-203 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MTH-211 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| PHY-205 | Principles of Physics I | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| RTS-225 or PHL-225 |
The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions 2 or Quest for the Good Life |
3 |
| MTH-213 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHY-206 | Principles of Physics II | 4 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| STA-341 | Statistical Theory I | 3 |
| MTH-421 | Abstract Algebra | 3 |
| DSA-201 | Introduction to Data Science and Analytics | 3 |
| Elective in Business, Biology, CSC, Cybersecurity or DSA | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| STA-342 | Statistical Theory II | 3 |
| DSA-202 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 91 | |
- 1
This weekend workshop may be taken in either the fall or spring semester of sophomore year.
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One each semester.
Minimum of 120 credits required for degree conferral.
Degree Plan for Dual Degree Mathematics (B.A.) and Data Science (M.S.) (Starting in even year)
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| FYT-101 | First Year Studio | 1 |
| UNV-101 | University Seminar | 3 |
| MTH-195 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CSC-103 | Computer Programming I | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| UNV-102 | University Seminar II | 3 |
| MTH-196 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MTH-173 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| CSC-104 | Computer Programming II | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| GST-098 | Sophomore Studio 1 | 1 |
| MTH-203 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MTH-211 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| PHY-205 | Principles of Physics I | 4 |
| DSA-201 | Introduction to Data Science and Analytics | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| RTS-225 or PHL-225 |
The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions 2 or Quest for the Good Life |
3 |
| MTH-213 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHY-206 | Principles of Physics II | 4 |
| DSA-202 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| MTH-315 | Geometry | 3 |
| MTH-411 | Analysis I | 3 |
| Elective in Business, Biology, CSC, Cybersecurity or DSA | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| PHL-225 or RTS-225 |
Quest for the Good Life 2 or The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions |
3 |
| MTH-412 | Analysis II | 3 |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 91 | |
- 1
This weekend workshop may be taken in either the fall or spring semester of sophomore year.
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One in spring of the second year and one in spring of the third year.
Minimum of 120 credits required for degree conferral.