Mathematics Minor
Minor Requirements
Designed either to complement another major or to be pursued for its own sake, the minor in Mathematics provides a structure for obtaining a significant depth in mathematical study.
Calculus
Complete the following courses:
Successful completion of only MATH 106 Calculus II, or of MATH 206 Multivariable Calculus, satisfies this requirement, even if no course credit has been granted by Bates.
Upper-Level Courses
Complete the following courses:
Electives
Complete three elective Mathematics courses or courses cross-listed with Mathematics numbered 200 or higher during a semester, or S20 or higher during Short Term, not including MATH 360 Independent Study, MATH 457 Senior Thesis, MATH 458 Senior Thesis, or MATH S50 Independent Study.
Courses Taken Outside of Bates
Subject to the pre-approval of the department chair, students may apply courses taken at other institutions or in off-campus study programs toward the minor. However, no more than one Non-Bates courses may be applied toward the Electives requirement.
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail grading may not be elected for courses applied toward the minor in Mathematics.
Restricted Declarations
Students who have declared the Mathematics minor may not declare the following:
- Mathematics major
- Applying Mathematical Methods (C006) GEC
Other Considerations
Mathematics courses or courses cross-listed with Mathematics numbered S20 or higher during Short Term are eligible for the Electives requirement of the minor.