Program: Mathematics, MA - University of Pittsburgh

Degree Requirements

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Requirements for the MA

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The MA in mathematics requires completion of at least ten mathematics courses (30 credits) and an oral comprehensive examination. Six of the ten courses must be taken at the 2000-3000 level; the remaining ones may be those given by the department at the 1000 level or those cross-listed with other departments. Achievement of an overall course average of B or better is required for all courses.

The master’s programs in applied mathematics contain several tracks, each having a selection of required and elective courses. The MA program requires 30 credits (minimum of 7 departmental, with 5 (of the 7) at the 2000 level or above) and an oral comprehensive examination. An MS option is available that requires a total of 30 credits and a thesis (24 course credits + 6 credits-thesis).

Requirements for the MS

http://www.mathematics.pitt.edu/graduate/graduate-handbook#masters

The MS in mathematics requires completion of at least eight mathematics courses (24 credits) and the completion and defense of a thesis in mathematics (6 credits). Six of the eight courses must be taken at the 2000-3000 level; the remaining ones may be those given by the department at the 1000 level or those cross-listed with other departments. Achievement of an overall course average of B or better is required for all courses.