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Mathematics Curriculum
General Department Requirements
All students at Norfolk State University are required to
complete the General Education Core in order to qualify for
the bachelor’s degree. Additionally, the Department requires
that:
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All majors complete the
prerequisites or their equivalents prior to enrolling in
more advanced mathematics courses.
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Mathematics majors earn at
least a grade of “C” in all mathematics and computer
science courses and in certain other courses specified
in the curriculum.
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Mathematics majors pass a
comprehensive examination covering the content of the
core mathematics courses.
Programs of Study
The Department of Mathematics offers the B.S. degree in
Mathematics. The curriculum emphasizes two areas: Applied
Mathematics and Mathematics with Teacher Certification, for
those seeking to teach mathematics in the public schools.
Applied Mathematics
This option provides a strong preparation in
mathematics with applications in engineering and the
physical sciences. Graduates in this program are
qualified as mathematical scientists or engineers for
opportunities in industry, government, or graduate
school. [
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Teacher
Certification
This program is designed to prepare students to teach
mathematics at the secondary school level. Students must
apply for admission to teacher education, and admission
requirements include passing the PRAXIS I Examination.
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) and the Master
of Arts in Urban Education (MASAC) degrees are offered
through the School of Education with concentrations in
mathematics. The School of Education also offers
programs of certification to persons with degrees in any
of the previously described sequences. [
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