Minor Opportunities
Mathematics Minor
A minor in mathematics provides students with strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills that complement a wide range of majors across the sciences, engineering, business, economics, and the liberal arts.
Students pursuing a mathematics minor develop the ability to think logically, work with abstract concepts, analyze data, and apply mathematical reasoning to real-world problems. These skills are highly valued in technical careers, graduate and professional programs, and fields that rely on data-driven decision-making.
The mathematics minor is flexible by design, allowing students to tailor their coursework to their academic interests and career goals while gaining a solid foundation in core mathematical concepts.
Minors for Math Majors
Mathematics majors may complement their degree with a minor that aligns with their academic and career goals.
Candidates for the B.A. degree can choose a minor subject in addition to the mathematics requirements and must be approved by the minor department.
A minor consists of a required minimum of 18 semester hours, six of which must be advanced.
Candidates for the B.S. degree must choose their minor from the following:
- Actuarial Science
- Atmospheric Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Exercise and Sport Sciences
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Microbiology
- Petroleum Engineering
- Physics
- Zoology
A minor must include 18 semester hours, 6 of which must be advanced. In particular,
an engineering minor must consist of 18 semester hours in only one department.
Courses counted for the minor must be approved by the minor department.
Minor in Mathematics
A minor in mathematics complements many majors by developing strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills applicable across a wide range of careers and disciplines.
- MATH 1451 – Calculus I
- MATH 1452 – Calculus II
- MATH 2450 – Calculus III
- MATH 2360 – Linear Algebra
- MATH 3351 – Higher Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists II
- MATH 3310 – Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning and Proof
- MATH 3342 – Mathematical Statistics for Engineers & Scientists
- MATH 3350 – Higher Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists I
- MATH 3354 – Differential Equations I
- MATH 3360 – Foundations of Algebra I
- MATH 3430 – Computational Techniques for Science and Mathematics
- MATH 4000 – Selected Topics in Upper Division Mathematics
- MATH 4310 – Introduction to Numerical Analysis I
- MATH 4312 – Introduction to Numerical Analysis II
- MATH 4330 – Mathematical Computing
- MATH 4342 – Mathematical Statistics I
- MATH 4343 – Mathematical Statistics II
- MATH 4350 – Advanced Calculus I
- MATH 4351 – Advanced Calculus II
- MATH 4354 – Differential Equations II
- MATH 4356 – Elementary Functions of Complex Variables
- MATH 4360 – Foundations of Algebra II
- MATH 4362 – Theory of Numbers
- MATH 4363 – Introduction to Combinatorics
MATH 3342 and MATH 4342 cannot both be counted toward a Math Minor.
A minimum of 3 hours of junior-senior courses must be taken in residence at Texas Tech University.
Advising & Next Steps
Students are encouraged to meet regularly with an undergraduate advisor to plan coursework and ensure timely progress toward graduation.
Quick Links
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
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Address
Texas Tech University, 1108 Memorial Circle, Lubbock, TX 79409-1042 -
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Email
math.dept@ttu.edu