Use Math to Solve Real Industry Challenges
Prepare yourself for applied mathematics careers that require highly developed critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. The Bachelor of Science in Computational Mathematics provides a solid foundation in the application of mathematics across disciplines that require quantitative analysis. Our program emphasizes the use of computers as tools to solve mathematically modeled data-enabled problems, and through project-based learning, you’ll work on real-world problems provided directly by business and industry.This experience provides our students with many opportunities for internships and undergraduate research, which further bolster your employment prospects. Because of the emphasis on applied mathematics, computing tools and data-driven applications, this degree opens doors to careers in a wide variety of industries.
Program Details
Offered at the Daytona Beach Campus
Build a solid foundation in the application of mathematics across disciplines that require quantitative analysis. Housed in the Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts & Sciences, our program develops strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to computing, mathematics, statistics and basic science.
All students in the Computational Mathematics program, regardless of their track, are encouraged to engage in industrial research opportunities under the guidance of faculty members. Students enrolled in this interdisciplinary major select the Data Science Track or the Engineering Application Track.
Data Science Track
- Designed for students interested in developing expertise in this significant growth area.
- Uses interdisciplinary methods to extract knowledge from large quantities of data.
- Employs techniques drawn from mathematics, statistics and computer sciences.
- Provides students with a strong background in creating data insights to solve real-world problems.
- Offers excellent preparation for Embry-Riddle's Master of Science in Data Science.
- Graduates with data science skills are in high demand for employment.
Engineering Application Track
- Designed for students interested in a variety of computational-intensive project-based classes.
- Appeals to students who double major in computational mathematics and an engineering or physics program.
- Ensures that graduates are competitive on the job market.
- Provides interdisciplinary knowledge in fundamental mathematical sciences.
- Introduces concepts and techniques of computation, optimal decision-making skills, high-performance computing and statistical inference.
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Methods of Study
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Career Opportunities
As industries increasingly rely on applied mathematics, advanced computing tools and data-driven decision making, the skills you gain in this program can be applied across many technical and analytical fields — including space exploration, supply chain management, tech development, engineering and more.
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