Mar 14, 2025

2024-2025 Augusta University Catalog

Bachelor of Science with a Major in Mathematics and a Concentration in Biostatistics or Statistics

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Program Overview

Graduates who earn a bachelor’s degree in mathematics with a concentration in biostatistics are logical thinkers and trained problem solvers. They have a broad background in a variety of mathematical techniques with a focus on statistics and data science. They embark on careers as statisticians, epidemiologists, actuaries, and many other careers. A graduate is also well prepared to continue their education in graduate school, medical school, or other programs of study.

augusta.edu/scimath/mathematics

Program Contact

Dr. Seth Oppenheimer
706-737-1672
mathematics@augusta.edu

Admissions Information

For more information on admissions requirements, please visit the Office of Admissions website.

Progression and Graduation Requirements

A grade of C or better required in all Field of Study and major concentration courses
ETS Major Field Test is required

Program Information

Program Length: 4 Years
Academic Focus Area: Science and Mathematics [STEM]
CIP Code: 27.0101
Program Code: 1BS-MATH

Core IMPACTS Courses: 42 Hours

For details on required courses, refer to the General Education/Core IMPACTS Requirements .

Field of Study Courses: 18 Hours

A grade of C or better is required in all of the following courses.

MATH 2012 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry II (4 Credit Hours)
MATH 2013 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry III (4 Credit Hours)
MATH 2011 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry I (4 Credit Hours) (1 Hour from the Technology, Science, and Mathematics area of Core IMPACTS)
MATH 2030 - Logic and Set Theory (3 Credit Hours)

Select one course from the following:

No course may duplicate any previous selection. Overflow hours go into General Electives.

FREN 1002 - Elementary French II (3 Credit Hours)
FREN 2001 - Intermediate French I (3 Credit Hours)
GRMN 1002 - Elementary German II (3 Credit Hours)
GRMN 2001 - Intermediate German I (3 Credit Hours)
Any 1000 or 2000 level AIST or CSCI course
Any science course from the Technology, Mathematics and Sciences area of Core IMPACTS

Major Concentration: 28 Hours

Required Courses: 16 Hours

Grade of C or better is required in all courses.

Course Sequence: 9 Hours

Select one of the following sequences:

Sequence I

Sequence II

STAT 7520 - Statistical Theory I (3 Credit Hours) *
STAT 7620 - Statistical Theory II (3 Credit Hours) *
Plus one course from the Math Electives list below

Math Elective: 3 Hours

Select one of the following:

Note:

* Enrollment in STAT 7110 , STAT 7520 , or STAT 7620 requires admission to the Master of Science with a Major in Biostatistics program.

Electives or Minor and Electives: 33 Hours

At least 12 courses at upper level.

Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours

Students who transfer to Augusta University with less than 60 credit hours must complete the Wellness Requirement.

WELL 1000 - Wellness (2 Credit Hours)
Activity Course (1 Credit Hour)
Activity Course (1 Credit Hour)

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Bachelor of Science with a Major in Mathematics and a Concentration in Biostatistics or Statistics

Program Overview

Program Contact

Admissions Information

Progression and Graduation Requirements

Program Information

Core IMPACTS Courses: 42 Hours

Field of Study Courses: 18 Hours

Select one course from the following:

Select one course from the following:

Major Concentration: 28 Hours

Required Courses: 16 Hours

Course Sequence: 9 Hours

Sequence I

Sequence II

Math Elective: 3 Hours

Note:

Electives or Minor and Electives: 33 Hours

Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours

Total Hours for the Degree: 124