Department of Mathematics & Statistics

 

Mission 

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics (MS) is one of three academic departments within the College of Sciences & Technology at the University of Houston-Downtown. The department offers broad-based studies in mathematics and statistics, which prepares students for an array of careers requiring advanced skills in quantitative reasoning. The MS department carries out this mission by providing educational opportunities for students through small classes, opportunities for independent study and research, and a senior project.

Why Mathematics & Statistics at UHD?

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics is dedicated to providing students a quality education that will prepare them for rewarding careers through:

• faculty mentoring
• undergraduate research experience
• commitment to student success beyond graduation
• active student organizations
• smaller class sizes
• interdisciplinary collaborations with CSET and NS faculty at UHD

The department also provides flexible learning options. On-campus classes, online courses, hybrid courses, and weekend courses are available to accommodate students that work and commute. 

In conjunction with the Department of Urban Education, the Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers preparation for teacher certification. Our degree programs in MS also provide the foundation for those students interested in pursuing graduate degrees.

Mathematics & Statistics Undergraduate Programs

The MS degree programs offer a variety of specialized concentrations in each degree program and in several minors, to help students obtain the most from their degrees.
Our innovative classes lead to high-demand careers. Choose your degree plan today.

• B.A. in Mathematics
• B.A. in Mathematics with Mathematics Secondary Teacher Certification
• B.S. in Mathematics
• B.S. in Applied Statistics
• B.S. in Applied Statistics with concentration in Biostatistics
• B.S. in Applied Statistics with Secondary Mathematics Teacher Certification
• B.S. in Data Science
• MS Minors

Math & Statistics Senior Project Ideas

Senior projects in the MS department provide seniors an opportunity to use the knowledge and skills they have acquired in a culminating math, statistics or data science project. A list of potential projects are available here. The faculty look forward to hearing from you!