Mathematics

Belhaven’s Mathematics Department is a community of learning and a pathway to a career and a fulfilled calling. Students develop analytical thinking, a strong use of technology, a deep understanding in applied and theoretical mathematics, and a knowledge of the biblical perspective towards mathematical thought.

Option for students include Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Bachelor of Art in Mathematics, a data science minor, as well as engineering partnerships with the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University. 

What will I study?

• The Calculus Series, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations
• Mathematical Proof techniques
• Statistics and Probability
• History of Mathematics
• Research Projects of Personal Interests
• Higher Mathematics with Advanced Calculus, Number Theory, and Graph Theory
• Wolfram Mathematica, 3D Printing, and other technology
• Mathematics Through the Eyes of Faith

What can I do with a degree in Mathematics?

Jobs in Mathematics include:

• Industry and Private Sector
  • Systems Analytics in the Private Sector
  • Actuarial Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Public Health Statistics, Biostatistics and Economics
• Technology Sector
  • Information Technology and Computing
  • Cryptography
  • Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
• Education
  • Primary and Secondary Education
  • College Professor
• Government Analytics
  • DOD, DOJ
  • NASA, NOAA
  • NSA, CIA, FBI
  • US Army Corps of Engineers
• Graduate Opportunities
  • Mathematical and Physics Research
  • Law School
  • Medical School

Why choose Mathematics at Belhaven University? We provide...

• High level curriculum with small class sizes and personalized instruction from professors
• Hands-on Technology Integration from day one
  • Wolfram Mathematica
  • 3D Printing Software and Hardware
• Strong community with our students
  • social events
  • competitions
  • social media interaction
  • Bible studies
• Interaction with STEM professionals through Guest Seminars
  • NASA
  • National Weather Service
  • Southern Farm Bureau
  • Visiting Professors
  • Peace Corps and AmeriCorps
  • Yates Construction BIM group
• Tours, site visits, and conferences
  • Mathematical Association of American annual LA-MS Section Conference
  • US Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development Center
  • Nissan
  • Raytheon
• Internships
  • Southern Farm Bureau Casualty
  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
  • NASA
  • US Army Corps of Engineers (ERDC)
  • Yates Construction
• Interdisciplinary area of study with a variety of applications

What kind of opportunities are there in the Math department?

• Mathematical Investigation research project and presentation
• Opportunity to teach, mentor and tutor in local schools
• A deeper integration of other areas of study
• Personal research opportunities
• Opportunities to learn about and compare and contrast philosophical view towards mathematics
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What are Belhaven Mathematics graduates doing now?

• Graduate school
• Systems Analyst
• Engineering
• Teaching mathematics at the primary, secondary, and collegiate level
• Actuarial Science
• Cryptography
• Operations Research
• Overseas Missions
• Other graduates work math-related occupations for the government or industry