Master's Programs in Mathematics
Master of Science (M.S.) in Research Statistics
The Master of Science in Research Statistics degree would provide students
with the opportunity for a comprehensive study of probability and statistics
with specific emphasis in research methodology, reporting, and consulting.
Students completing the degree will be prepared for professional careers
as research statisticians in a variety of settings including, but not
limited to government, academia, and industry.
The curriculum is designed for those students with backgrounds in mathematics, the sciences and business administration. The pre-requisite knowledge consists of the following courses which should be completed prior to the start of the proposed program. Consideration may be given to allow students with deficiencies the opportunity to complete the pre-requisite courses while enrolled in the Master of Science program.
a. Calculus I
b. Calculus II
c. Calculus III
d. Linear Algebra
e. Numerical Analysis
f. Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Requirements for the Master of Science in Research Statistics:
Complete a minimum of 36 hours of approved graduate coursework toward
the Master of Science as determined by the Department of Mathematical
Sciences. There is no thesis or comprehensive examination required
for degree completion.
Core Courses (18 semester hours)
MATH 6361: Advanced Probability & Statistics I
MATH 6362: Advanced Quantitative Methods
MATH 6363: Research Statistics I
MATH 6364: Advanced Quantitative Research
MATH 63xx: Statistical Software Packages (*)
MATH 63xx: Design of Experiments (*)
Electives (15 Hours)
MATH 6332: Introduction to Analysis
MATH 6345: Numerical Analysis
MATH 63xx: Applied Forecasting
MATH 63xx: Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
MATH 63xx: Statistics Research
Capstone/Internship (3 Hours)
MATH 63xx Statistics Internship
MATH 63CSa Capstone in Mathematics
Total (36 Hours)
Master of Arts in Mathematics with a concentration in Teaching
Admissions requirements
Students applying for degree seeking status must fulfill the general
requirements for admission to the Graduate School and the following:
• 18 hours of undergraduate mathematics
• GPA of 3.0 or better in mathematics
• GRE minimum score of 1000 total of Verbal and Quantitative sections
• Letter of recommendation by a professional in the field
• Writing sample submitted with the application
• Teaching experience at the precollege level
Degree Requirements
Mathematics Core(15 Hours)
MATH 6334 Introduction to Abstract Algebra
MATH 6338 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geom
MATH 6336 Introduction to Number Theory
MATH 6332 Introduction to Analysis
MATH 6355 History of Contemporary Mathematics
Mathematics Teaching Electives (Choose 12 Hours)
MATH 6370 Content and Pedagogy K-5
MATH 6372 Integrated Math/Science K-5
MATH 6375 Content and Pedagogy 6-12
MATH 6376 Integrated Math/Science 6-8
MATH 6381 Integrated Math/Science 9-12
Electives (Choose 6 Hours)
MATH 6385 Instructional Technology
EDUC 6304 Theories of Learning
MATH 6348 Intro.to Mathematics Educ. Lit.
Capstone (3 Hours)
MATH 6390 Capstone in Mathematics Teaching
Total (36 Hours)
Contact Information:
Dr. Zhanbo Yang, Graduate Programs Coordinator, Mathematics
University of the Incarnate Word
4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 283-5008
yang@uiwtx.edu
