The mathematics and philosophy combined major integrates the tools, concepts, and skills of mathematics and philosophy. This major explores the philosophical foundations of mathematics, including questions about the nature of mathematical knowledge and the status of the axioms of mathematics and probability theory, while also applying key tools from mathematics to philosophical problems such as those that arise in evolutionary game theory, philosophy of economics, and philosophy of science.
Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated. Also complete any corequisite labs, recitations, clinicals, or tools courses where specified and complete any additional courses needed beyond specific college and major requirements to satisfy graduation credit requirements.
Universitywide Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the Universitywide Requirements.
NUpath Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the NUpath Requirements.
Mathematics Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MATH 1341 | Calculus 1 for Science and Engineering | 4 |
| MATH 1342 | Calculus 2 for Science and Engineering | 4 |
| MATH 1365 | Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning | 4 |
| MATH 2321 | Calculus 3 for Science and Engineering | 4 |
| MATH 2331 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
| MATH 2341 | Differential Equations and Linear Algebra for Engineering | 4 |
| MATH 3081 | Probability and Statistics | 4 |
| Mathematics Electives | ||
| Complete two courses in the following range: MATH 3001 to MATH 4999 | 8 | |
Philosophy Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PHIL 1115 | Introduction to Logic | 4 |
| PHIL 2325 | Ancient Philosophy and Political Thought | 4 |
| PHIL 2330 | Modern Philosophy | 4 |
| Complete one of the following: | 4 | |
| Ethics and Evolutionary Games | ||
| Information and Uncertainty | ||
| Philosophy Advanced Electives | ||
| Complete one of the following: | 4 | |
| Scientific Approaches to Philosophy | ||
| Theory of Knowledge | ||
| Philosophy of Science | ||
| Philosophy of Mind | ||
| Philosophy of Economics | ||
| Philosophy of Biology | ||
| Open Electives | ||
| Complete three additional PHIL courses. | 12 | |
Integrative Requirement
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHIL 4515 | Advanced Deductive Logic | 4 |
| or PHIL 4516 | Advanced Inductive Logic | |
Capstone
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following not used to satisfy another requirement: | 4 | |
| Research Capstone | ||
| Applied Mathematics Capstone | ||
| Introduction to Mathematical Methods and Modeling | ||
| Theory of Knowledge | ||
| Philosophy of Science | ||
| Philosophy of Mind | ||
| Philosophy of Economics | ||
| Philosophy of Biology | ||
| Topics in Philosophy Seminar | ||
Supporting Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to College | ||
| INSC 1000 | Science at Northeastern | 1 |
| or PHIL 1000 | Philosophy at Northeastern | |
| Experiential Learning Introduction | ||
| EESC 2000 | Professional Development for Co-op | 1 |
| or EESH 2000 | Professional Development for Co-op | |
| Writing Requirements | ||
| ENGW 1111 | First-Year Writing | 4 |
| or ENGW 1102 | First-Year Writing for Multilingual Writers | |
| ENGW 3315 | Interdisciplinary Advanced Writing in the Disciplines | 4 |
| or ENGW 3308 | Advanced Writing in the Social Sciences | |
| or ENGW 3309 | Advanced Writing in the Humanities | |
NUPath Requirements
The following NUPath Requirements are met by the major:
- Analyzing and Using Data (AD)
- Conducting Formal and Quantitative Reasoning (FQ)
- Demonstrating Thought and Action in a Capstone (CE)
- Employing Ethical Reasoning (ER)
- Interpreting Culture (IC)
- Understanding Societies and Institutions (SI)
Other NUPath requirements may be fulfilled by electives in the program.
Mathematics and Philosophy Combined Major Credit Requirement
Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.000 in their mathematics and philosophy courses.
76 semester hours required
Program Requirement
128 semester hours required
Sample Plan of Study
Four Years, Two Co-ops in Summer Session B/ Fall
| Year 1 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours | Summer Session A | Hours | Summer Session B | Hours |
| MATH 1365 | 4 | MATH 1341 | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
| PHIL 1115 | 4 | PHIL 2325 | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
| PHIL elective | 4 | PHIL elective | 4 | ||||
| ENGW 1111 | 4 | Elective | 4 | ||||
| INSC 1000 or PHIL 1000 | 1 | ||||||
| 17 | 16 | 8 | 8 | ||||
| Year 2 | |||||||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours | Summer Session A | Hours | Summer Session B | Hours |
| MATH 1342 | 4 | MATH 2331 | 4 | Elective | 4 | Co-op | 0 |
| MATH 2321 | 4 | PHIL advanced elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | ||
| PHIL 2330 | 4 | Elective | 4 | ||||
| Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | ||||
| EESC 2000 or EESH 2000 | 1 | ||||||
| 16 | 17 | 8 | 0 | ||||
| Year 3 | |||||||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours | Summer Session A | Hours | Summer Session B | Hours |
| Co-op | 0 | MATH 2341 | 4 | Elective | 4 | Co-op | 0 |
| MATH 3081 | 4 | Elective | 4 | ||||
| PHIL 2001 or 3050 | 4 | ||||||
| Course in the following range: MATH 3001 to Math 4999 | 4 | ||||||
| 0 | 16 | 8 | 0 | ||||
| Year 4 | |||||||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours | ||||
| Co-op | 0 | PHIL 4515 | 4 | ||||
| Capstone in PHIL or MATH | 4 | ||||||
| Course in the following range: MATH 3001 to MATH 4999 | 4 | ||||||
| Elective | 4 | ||||||
| 0 | 16 | ||||||
| Total Hours: 130 | |||||||