MA Mathematics at University of Texas at Arlington

Programme overview

The Master of Arts in Mathematics is designed to extend undergraduate mathematics experiences in the area of specialized mathematics content for secondary school and early college mathematics teaching. The program focuses on enhancing mathematics teaching through innovative preparation in topics grounded in secondary school and early college mathematics from an advanced standpoint. The program embraces a philosophy of teaching and learning mathematics that is consistent with the landmark Standards documents produced by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.

Faculty: College of Science | Department: Mathematics | Duration: 33-36 credit hours | Location: Arlington, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme totals 33-36 credit hours. Required courses listed include: Modern Geometry; Concepts And Techniques In Algebra; Concepts And Techniques In Probability And Statistics; Mathematics-Specific Technologies; Historical Approach To Real Analysis; Concepts And Techniques In Problem Solving.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For unconditional admission a student must meet items 1-3 or 3-5. A BS or BA degree with at least 24 hours of mathematics coursework with a GPA of at least 3.0, as calculated by the Graduate School on a 4.0 scale. Minimum of 146 on the verbal and 148 on the quantitative portions of the GRE if taken after August 2011. Minimum of 400 on the verbal and 600 on the quantitative portions of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) if taken prior to August 2011. Three favorable letters of recommendation from people familiar with the applicant's academic work and/or professional work. A BS or BA. degree with a GPA of at least 3.0, as calculated by Graduate Admissions on a 4.0 scale. Certified to teach mathematics at the Secondary Level (Secondary Mathematics Certification).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

Master's application priority dates: Fall March 15, Spring August 15, Summer February 15. Some programmes have earlier dates. Apply through ApplyUTA.

International graduate applicants apply through ApplyUTA. English requirements: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 100. Non-U.S. transcripts are evaluated by FCSA for a $90.00 USD processing fee. Application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uta.edu/admissions/apply

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