Applied Mathematics, Minor - CEPS, UNH

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Applied Mathematics

Learn essential topics like probability, nonlinear dynamics, and mathematical optimization while working closely with accomplished faculty in small, advanced classes.
2026
Degree
Minor
Location
Durham, NH
Courses
5
Credit
20 hrs.
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Mathematics and Statistics

The Applied Mathematics minor at UNH offers a focused exploration of advanced mathematical techniques for solving real-world scientific and technological challenges. Here you'll be able to learn essential topics like probability, nonlinear dynamics, and mathematical optimization while working closely with accomplished faculty in small, advanced classes. 

This versatile program enhances majors in sciences, engineering, and business, providing you with the quantitative expertise valued across industries and graduate programs.

Mathematics and Statistics Department

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John McClain III
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John.McClain@unh.edu
Kingsbury Hall, Room W341, Durham, NH 03824
(603) 862-2027

What is a minor in applied mathematics?

The applied mathematics minor introduces students to variety of fields and research specializations in which mathematics plays a critical role in the solution of important scientific and technological problems. You’ll learn to address both the theoretical and practical aspects of real-world issues,with the option to explore topics such as randomness, probability, nonlinear dynamics and chaos, and mathematical optimization. Combine this minor with a major in the sciences, engineering or business to enhance career your future graduate studies.

Why study applied mathematics at UNH?

You’ll work with a diverse faculty of accomplished mathematicians in a department where pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematics education and statistics are integrated, giving you exposure to many different facets of knowledge. Upper-level mathematics classes tend to be small, so you’ll enjoy close connections to professors as they delve into the intricacies of advanced ideas.

Potential careers

  • Computational scientist
  • Financial services/actuary
  • Mathematician/statistician (government/research/academia)
  • Programmer
  • Quantitative specialist in business or industry
  • Software developer
  • Teacher/educator/curriculum supervisor

Curriculum & Requirements

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Program Description
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This minor program introduces students to variety of fields and research specializations in which mathematics plays a critical role in the solution of important scientific and technological problems.

For further information, please contact the minor coordinator located on the department website.

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Requirements for the Program
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Academic policies related to Minors.

Credit toward the minor will only be given for courses passed with C- or better, and a 2.00 grade-point average must be maintained in courses for the minor.

  • Courses taken on a pass/fail basis may not be used for a minor.
  • No more than 8 credits used to satisfy major requirements may be used for the minor.
  • No more than 2 courses or 8 credits may be from transfer coursework. Any transferred coursework must be approved by the minor coordinator.

For additional details on how to declare a minor, please visit https://www.unh.edu/registrar/academic-records/majors-minors.

The minor requires a minimum of five MATH courses (20 credits). Students are responsible for completing any applicable pre-requisite courses. 

Required Courses
MATH 528Multidimensional Calculus 14
MATH 645Linear Algebra for Applications 14
MATH 745Foundations of Applied Mathematics I4
MATH 753Introduction to Numerical Methods I4
Elective
Select one course from the following:4
MATH 647
Complex Analysis for Applications
MATH 747
Introduction to Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos
MATH 755
Probability with Applications
MATH 757
Mathematical Optimization for Applications
Total Credits20
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This requirement may be satisfied by MATH 525 Linearity I & MATH 526 Linearity II.

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