Mathematica What is a BA in Mathematical Sciences?

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The discussion centers on the differences between a bachelor's degree in mathematical sciences and a bachelor's degree in mathematics. While both degrees focus on mathematics, the mathematical sciences degree often encompasses a broader, interdisciplinary approach, integrating fields such as economics, finance, physics, and computer science. In contrast, a mathematics degree typically emphasizes pure mathematics. The University of Michigan's program exemplifies this distinction, as it offers a mathematical sciences curriculum that includes mandatory courses in computer science and statistics, whereas these subjects are only suggested for the mathematics degree. For those seeking distance learning options in mathematics, it's noted that many college and university websites provide detailed course requirements for each program, which can help in making informed decisions.
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The topic title says it all. Some schools offer what they call a bachelors in mathematical sciences while others offer a bachelors in mathematics. What is the difference between the two? Are they the same thing or are there major differences?

I'm asking because I'm trying to earn a degree in mathematics through distance learning since I'm in the military stationed overseas. So any schools that y'all know of that offer a good maths degree would be fantastic.

Any help is greatly appreciated.
 
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Don't most college and university web sites list the courses which are required for each degree?
 
Mathematical Sciences is probably a broad term for any interdisciplinary program in mathematics.

My particular math program of study at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor was a program in the mathematical sciences, but my major is still listed as Mathematics on my transcript. I studied mathematical economics. They have listed programs in mathematical finance, mathematical physics, operations research, mathematical biology, algorithmic methods, etc.
 
At my school, the Mathematical Sci program contains mandatory 3rd and 4th year computer science and statistics courses. But in the B.Sc. Math, they are suggested but not required.
 

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