The University of Montana's Department of Mathematical Sciences offers both masters and doctoral degrees. As a compact department with diverse interests, we have a well-rounded program and considerable interaction among faculty and students.The M.A. Program aims to provide students with a broad background in mathematics and the opportunity of concentration in an area of special interest. The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers two options for the Master of Arts degree.<br><br>Option I is the traditional mathematics option. The areas of study are Algebra, Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Combinatorics & Optimization, and Statistics.<br><br>Option II is the Mathematics Education option, designed to improve the proficiency of teachers in mathematics and in the techniques of teaching.<br><br>Candidates for admission to the Master of Arts in Mathematics degree program should have an undergraduate mathematics major in addition, candidates for Option II must have a teacher certification in mathematics.