Students complete a number of courses required for Mathematics majors with a specialization in Statistics, as well as courses in computer science, accounting, finance, economics, insurance, applied statistics and actuarial science. All students are prepared to complete five actuarial preliminary exams administered by the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS). Their skillsets include:

• Analytical and logical reasoning; deductive reasoning; problem solving, pattern recognition and inductive reasoning.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the workplace, both through oral and written form, and transmit mathematical knowledge in various forms.
• Ability to work and communicate in groups; long term actuarial mathematics skills; short term actuarial mathematics skills; investment and financial markets skills; statistics for risk modeling skills.
• Actuarial financial mathematics skills; programming skills including MATLAB, C/C++, SQL, R; ability to network with actuaries in insurance companies, benefits consulting firms, accounting firms and financial institutions.

Students are prepared to be future leaders of the actuarial and risk management industries with a rigorous training through specialized courses in actuarial science, probability and statistics, finance, economics and related fields. It is crafted for career changers who intend to pursue fast-track actuarial credentials with no prior actuarial background.

• Creative and critical thinking; specialized knowledge of actuarial theories, methods, tools and practices; long term actuarial mathematics skills; short term actuarial mathematics skills; investment and financial markets skills.
• Actuarial Financial Mathematics Skills; programming skills including MATLAB, C/C++, SQL, R; ability to communicate effectively in the workplace, both through oral and written form, and transmit actuarial knowledge in various forms.
• Ability to work and communicate in groups; ability to network with actuaries in insurance companies, benefits consulting firms, accounting firms and financial institutions; ability to work on intellectual challenges.

The BS in Biochemistry bridges the gap between modern chemistry and biology. The program builds on a base of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, developing graduates' essential theoretical and practical skills.

• Biochemical laboratory techniques and safety
• Safe handling and manipulation of chemicals and biological samples
• Quantitative analysis and interpretation of data
• Operation of scientific instrumentation and computers
• Laboratory recording keeping and data management

Students gain expertise in the disciplines of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics. They also gain practical experience by getting involved in research with faculty members. They are well prepared to pursue a career in biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, research labs, healthcare institutions, and software companies.

• Creative and critical thinking; specialized knowledge of bioinformatics methods, tools and practices; advanced understanding of statistical, scientific and technical language and how to use it; ability to analyze and interpret large quantities of data.
• Ability to interpret bioinformatics results in real-world terms; ability to communicate ideas of bioinformatics and computational biology to others clearly and succinctly.
• Ability to construct logical scientific arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity; proficiency in computer programming languages including R; ability to work on intellectual challenges.

Upon successful completion of the BA degree in Biology, UT Dallas graduates will receive a basic foundation in modern biology with liberal arts emphasis to enable more diverse academic training in other disciplines. With qualitative and quantitative skills and experience in laboratory techniques, a biology degree opens the door to many career possibilities. Specific knowledge and technical skills in biological sciences can make the biology degree majors strong applicants for a broad range of jobs in academia, industry, and government agencies (FDA, EPA, DNR, FBI, NASA, USDA). Opportunities span markets in healthcare (medicine, dentistry, physician assistant, physical therapy, nursing, optometry, etc.), pharmaceutical science, agricultural science, veterinary medicine, environmental science, nutrition and food science, forensic science, as well as in science journalism, consulting and counseling. Research skills and knowledge to design, execute, evaluate and communicate scientific studies are particularly sought in fast-growing fields of biotechnology and biomedical industries. Graduates' skills include:

• Broad knowledge base of biology with demonstrated ability to describe and analyze the major concepts and empirical findings in modern biology, with an emphasis on genetics and molecular and cell biology
• Practical knowledge and experience in modern molecular biology research methods with demonstrated ability to define, apply and communicate basic modern molecular biology research methods, including data analysis and interpretation
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings
• Advanced ability to solve complex problems: critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and knowledge of molecular biological principles to analyze and solve problems

The BS in Biology degree program extends upon BA in Biology with additional and more rigorous scientific education in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics. Upon successful completion of the BS in Biology degree program, UT Dallas graduates will receive a basic foundation in molecular and cell biology to prepare them for graduate studies in biological sciences, for professional careers in a wide variety of health-related areas, for secondary school teaching, and for employment as research assistants in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, government, and environmental science laboratories. Graduates' skills include:

• Broad knowledge base of biology with demonstrated ability to describe and analyze the major concepts and empirical findings in modern biology, with an emphasis on genetics, molecular and cell biology and rigorous quantitative analysis
• Practical knowledge and experience in modern molecular biology research methods with high level ability to define, apply and communicate basic modern molecular biology research methods, including data analysis and interpretation
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings
• Advanced ability to apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve complex problems: critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and knowledge of molecular biological principles to analyze and solve problems

An advanced degree in biotechnology allows the degree owners to pursue opportunities in human medical research, plant research, animal research, environmental system research at the molecular, cellular, organism, and ecosystem level. Upon successful completion of the M.S. in Biotechnology degree program, UT Dallas graduates will expand their prior training and education with specialist knowledge and advance their understanding in relevant scientific areas including, but not limited to, proteomics, genomics, and applied bioinformatics, and hands-on experience in state-of-the-art techniques in genomics and cell and molecular and cell biology.

• Broad and expansive knowledge of proteomics, genomics and applied bioinformatics
• Methodological skills in experimental and computational techniques applied to broad research questions in biotechnology
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings
• Ability to communicate scientific ideas and concepts in oral and in written form
• Advanced ability to apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve complex problems

Merging chemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science, the chemistry program teaches students how to perform chemical experiments, interpret results and, through its integrated laboratory sequence, emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary problem-solving.

• Chemical laboratory techniques and safety
• Safe handling and manipulation of chemicals
• Quantitative analysis and interpretation of data
• Operation of scientific instrumentation and computers
• Laboratory recording keeping and data management

Merging chemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science, the chemistry program teaches students how to perform chemical experiments, interpret results and, through its integrated laboratory sequence, emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary problem-solving.

• Chemical laboratory techniques and safety
• Safe handling and manipulation of chemicals
• Quantitative analysis and interpretation of data
• Operation of scientific instrumentation and computers
• Laboratory recording keeping and data management

The MS in Chemistry program prepares graduates for positions in industry or further training in chemistry or related scientific fields with the following skills:

• Chemical laboratory techniques and safety
• Analytical techniques and operation of instrumentation
• Organization, archiving and interpretation of data
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Navigate the chemical literature and effective communication

The PhD in Chemistry degree focuses on innovation and problem-solving in interdisciplinary, cutting-edge research areas such as organic and inorganic materials, nanotechnology, biotechnology and polymer chemistry, preparing graduates with the following skills:

• Laboratory and chemical synthesis skills
• Independent research and operation of chemical instrumentation
• Problem-solving skills and critical thinking
• Creativity and innovation in experimental design
• Scientific writing and communication

The BS in Data Science is a joint program between the Department of Mathematical Sciences, School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and the Department of Computer Science, Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. Students will gain a solid foundation in mathematical, computational, and statistical methods needed to extract usable information from data. They will be prepared for data scientist or related positions in business, industry, and government, and also for graduate study in mathematics, statistics, and computer science.

• Analytical, logical, deductive, and inductive reasoning; problem solving.
• Ability to analyze algorithms for inferring information from large datasets; ability to manipulate quantitative data and perform data analysis using software tools.
• Computational skills, including proficiency in computer programming languages for data analysis, such as R and python.

The BS in Geosciences degree program provides students with a broad introduction to the geosciences and includes a rigorous scientific education in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics. Upon successful completion of the BS in Geoscience degree program, UT Dallas graduates will receive a basic foundation in geoscience to prepare them for graduate studies in geoscience, for entrance way professional careers in several geoscience areas, for secondary school teaching, and for employment as research assistants in government, and environmental science laboratories. Graduates' skills include:

• Broad knowledge base of geology with demonstrated ability to describe and analyze the major concepts and empirical findings in modern geoscience investigations, with an emphasis on geophysics, tectonics, environmental geochemistry, and earth history, with a sufficiently quantitative background. This knowledge base includes a firm grasp of the important concept of anthropologic-induced global climate change and the impending challenges facing all Earth’s biologic systems.
• Practical knowledge and experience in modern geoscience research methods with high level ability to define, apply and communicate basic modern geoscience research methods, including data analysis and interpretation
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings in different circumstances
• Ability to recognize strong communication skills regarding scientific ideas and concepts expressed in oral and in written form
• Advanced ability to apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve complex problems: critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and knowledge of geoscience principles to analyze and solve problems

Up until recently, when the MS degree in the Geosciences was clearly the “degree of choice,” an advanced degree in Geosciences allowed the degree owners to pursue opportunities in a wide range of geoscience-related professions, including the extractive C-based energy industry, but ALL of that has changed. Opportunities in the general realm of environmental systems remain very strong. In addition, with an advanced degree, degree owners can expand their horizons to different realms, including business and law. Upon successful completion of the MS in Geoscience degree program, UT Dallas graduates will expand their prior training and education with specialist knowledge and advance their understanding in relevant scientific areas including, but not limited to, geophysics, tectonics, hydrology, environmental geoscience, and geoscience education. Graduates' skills include:

• Broad and expansive knowledge of geophysics, earth history, environmental geochemistry, tectonics
• Methodological skills in experimental and computational techniques applied to research questions in select aspects of the geosciences
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings under a range of circumstances
• Ability to communicate scientific ideas and concepts in oral and in written form
• Advanced ability to apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve complex problems

Upon successful completion of the PhD in Geosciences degree program, UT Dallas graduates will have received very rigorous training to perform research and scientific activities at the highest level of proficiency. The graduates will be able to independently design and execute research programs to answer most difficult and complex problems in the Geosciences, notably, at present, in geophysics, tectonics, and hydrologic aspects of environmental sciences. The graduates will be able to critically evaluate current knowledge and identify relevant scientific issues and problems and propose relevant solution or experiments to address the problem. The graduates will be ready to pursue careers in advanced research, educational or other geoscience-related fields. Graduates' skills include:

• Advanced interdisciplinary knowledge and proficient practical skills in a combination of fields and approaches including geophysics, tectonics, geochemistry, hydrology, and geoscience education
• Highly proficient methodological skills in some modern experimental and computational techniques applied to advanced research questions in geosciences
• Ability to utilize and synthesize their knowledge and skills to develop and execute a novel research project aimed at the generation of new scientific knowledge independently as well as in highly collaborative team setting in different environments
• Demonstrated ability to teach and train other in knowledge and skills to develop and execute a novel research project aimed at the generation of new scientific knowledge
• Advanced skills in scientific communication, with demonstrated ability to write high quality manuscripts for publication in the peer-reviewed scientific literature and highly proficient ability to deliver oral presentations, including at professional meetings

Students take a variety of classes in mathematics, including once which require formal arguments and proofs. Students obtain training and preparation for a number of careers requiring quantitative skills, including teaching.

• Analytical and logical reasoning; problem solving, pattern recognition and inductive reasoning; specialized knowledge of mathematical methods and tools.
• Ability to utilize analytical and geometric methods to produce precise solutions to mathematical problems and applications.
• Modeling of real-world problems to obtain meaningful conclusions; computer proficiency in MATLAB or R; statistical analysis of data; manipulate quantitative data.

Students take a full spectrum of classes in mathematics, including once which require formal arguments and proofs and full mathematical rigor. Upper division classes vary according to the specialization chosen by the students. Students obtain training and preparation for a number of careers requiring quantitative and analytic skills, including teaching. The curriculum prepares students to obtain graduate degrees in mathematical sciences and STEM disciplines.

• Analytical and logical reasoning; deductive reasoning; problem solving, pattern recognition and inductive reasoning. Specialized knowledge of mathematical theories, methods and tools.
• Ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem; ability to utilize algebraic and discrete methods to formulate hypotheses and solve problems in a broad range of situations; ability to utilize analytical and geometric methods to produce precise solutions to mathematical problems and applications.
• Modeling of real-world problems to obtain meaningful conclusions; computer proficiency in MATLAB or R; statistical analysis of data; manipulate quantitative data; computational skills.

Students take a number of courses in advanced mathematics which prepare them for pursuing jobs in a variety of fields which require sophisticated analytical skills in business, industry, government, and academia.

• Creative and critical thinking; specialized knowledge of mathematical theories, methods, tools and practices. Advanced understanding of mathematical and technical language and how to use it.
• Ability to analyze and interpret large quantities of data; ability to interpret mathematical results in real-world terms; ability to communicate mathematical ideas to others clearly and succinctly.
• Ability to construct logical mathematical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity; ability to work on intellectual challenges.

Students take a number of courses in advanced mathematics and conduct original research in mathematical disciplines under the supervision of an advisor. This training prepares them to embark on careers in research in business, industry, government and academia.

• Creative and critical thinking; advanced knowledge of specialized mathematical theories, methods, tools and practices; ability to create logical mathematical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity.
• Independent research ability; research writing and research presentation.
• Computer literacy and pedagogical practices.

Upon successful completion of the BS in Molecular Biology degree program, UT Dallas graduates will be rigorously prepared for scientific careers in molecular and cell biology or careers in the health professions. The Molecular Biology degree program specifically includes biophysics in the multidisciplinary core curriculum to provide the concepts and tools used to study biomolecular structure, in addition to all the required education and training for the B.S. in Biology. Graduates' skills include:

• Broad knowledge of molecular biology with highly proficient ability to describe and critically and quantitatively analyze the major concepts and empirical findings in modern molecular biology, biochemistry and structural biology
• Practical knowledge and experience in modern molecular biology research methods with high level ability to define, apply and communicate basic modern molecular biology research methods, including quantitative and qualitative data analysis and interpretation
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings
• Advanced ability to apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve complex problems: critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and knowledge of molecular biological principles to analyze and solve problems

An advanced degree in molecular and cell biology allows the degree owners to pursue opportunities in human medical research, plant research, animal research, environmental system research at the molecular, cellular, organism, and ecosystem level. Upon successful completion of the MS in Molecular and Cell Biology degree program, UT Dallas graduates will expand their prior training and education with specialist knowledge and advance their understanding in relevant scientific areas including, but not limited to, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology and computational biology. Graduates' skills include:

• Broad and expansive knowledge of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, cell biology and computational biology
• Methodological skills in experimental and computational techniques applied to research questions in biology and biomedicine
• Ability to work in teams in diverse settings
• Ability to communicate scientific ideas and concepts in oral and in written form
• Advanced ability to apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve complex problems

Upon successful completion of the PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology degree program, UT Dallas graduates will have obtained a very rigorous training to perform research and scientific activities at the highest level of proficiency. The graduates will be able to independently design and execute research programs to answer most difficult and complex problems in biological and biomedical fields. The graduates will be able to critically evaluate current knowledge and identify relevant scientific issues and problems and propose relevant solution or experiments to address the problem. The graduates will be ready to pursue careers in advanced research, educational or other biomedical fields. Graduates' skills include:

• Advanced interdisciplinary knowledge and proficient practical skills in a combination of fields and approaches including biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, neurobiology, genomics, microbiology and/or computational biology
• Highly proficient methodological skills in state-of-the-art experimental and computational techniques applied to advanced research questions in molecular and cell biology
• Ability to harness their knowledge and skills to develop and execute a novel research project aimed at the generation of new scientific knowledge independently as well as in highly collaborative team settings
• Demonstrated ability to teach and train other in knowledge and skills to develop and execute a novel research project aimed at the generation of new scientific knowledge
• Advanced skills in scientific communication, with demonstrated ability to write high quality reports for publication in the scientific literature and highly proficient ability to deliver oral presentations

Physics is one of the broadest academic endeavors. While earning a BA in physics, one might expect to learn a wide range of skills, including potentially:

• Applied research
• Technical problem solving
• Advanced mathematics
• Quality control

A BS in Physics is generally more rigorous than a BA and also tend to teach more skills, including all of the skills of a BA and potentially:

• Simulation and modeling
• Programming
• Using specialized equipment
• Design and development

A MS in Physics is more in depth than the BS, with the skills learned during the BS being further developed along with the development of new skills, including potentially:

• Writing concisely and accurately
• Working on a team
• Managing projects

A PhD in Physics takes one's knowledge very deep into a specific aspect of science. During that period of study, one often learns the following skills:

• Managing/leading groups of people
• Writing appropriately to your audience
• Planning for and obtaining necessary resources

The Master of Arts in Teaching in Science Education program is a science content-rich, practitioner-focused program that interweaves research-based STEM education with classroom-focused practicality. Designed with the experienced educator seeking to enhance their practice and leadership skills in mind, the MAT also works closely with the UTeach Dallas STEM teacher preparation program. Novice teachers and STEM degree holders seeking certification increase diversity of perspectives in a collaborative, supportive, hands-on, and dialog-rich environment. Current and future educators at all levels work together to gain and/or enhance a variety of skills including abilities to:

• Conduct oral and written communication in the context of science instruction utilizing traditional and technology-based modalities
• Apply science content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, education theory, and critical thinking to instructional design and delivery
• Integrate science and mathematics in a teaching context including appreciation of the dynamic nature of both disciplines
• Hone critical thinking skills in evaluating and applying science research and education research utilizing the methodologies therein
• Develop a collaborative/shared learning culture and leadership with student, peers, and professional communities of practice

The Master of Arts in Teaching in Mathematics Education is a mathematics content-rich, practitioner-focused program that interweaves research-based STEM education with classroom-focused practicality. Designed with the experienced educator seeking to enhance their practice and leadership skills in mind, the MAT also works closely with the UTeach Dallas STEM teacher preparation program. Novice teachers and STEM degree holders seeking certification increase diversity of perspectives in a collaborative, supportive, hands-on, and dialog-rich environment. Current and future educators in upper elementary and above work together to gain and/or enhance a variety of skills including abilities to:

• Conduct oral and written communication in the context of mathematics instruction using both traditional and technology-based modalities
• Apply mathematical content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, education theory, and critical thinking to instructional design and delivery
• Integrate mathematics and science in a teaching context including appreciation of the dynamic nature of both disciplines
• Hone critical thinking skills in evaluating and applying mathematics research and education research utilizing the methodologies therein
• Develop a collaborative/shared learning culture and leadership with students, peers, and professional communities of practice

The Statistics MS program offers a balanced list of applied and theoretical courses in Probability, Statistics, Data Analysis, Mathematics and Computer Science. Students acquire the necessary skills to prepare them for careers in fields that require sophisticated data analysis skills.

• Creative and critical thinking; specialized knowledge of statistical theories, methods, tools and practices; advanced understanding of statistical and technical language and how to use it; ability to analyze and interpret large quantities of data.
• Ability to interpret statistical results in real-world terms; ability to communicate statistical ideas to others clearly and succinctly.
• Ability to construct logical statistical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity; proficiency in computer programming languages including R and SAS; ability to work on intellectual challenges.

Students take a number of courses in statistical theory and methodology and conduct original research under the supervision of an advisor. This training prepares them to serve as a professor in an academic institution; a professional in industry, government, financial services, or healthcare institutes; and a researcher in the public or private sector.

• Creative and critical thinking; advanced knowledge of specialized statistical theories, methods, tools and practices. Ability to create logical statistical arguments and conclusions with accuracy and clarity.
• Ability to formulate a strategy for analysis of a given dataset, apply it using a statistical software, and evaluate its appropriateness; independent research ability.
• Proficiency in scientific writing and presentation; proficiency in computer programming languages including R and SAS; knowledge of pedagogical practices.