The TAMS Computer Science and Mathematics curricula allow students to pursue the original TAMS curriculum in Computer Science or to explore other fields related to computer science. Each pathway contains detailed information about its curriculum, including course descriptions, and each pathway can become a “2+2” degree program for TAMS students who remain at the University of North Texas to earn a baccalaureate degree.
Required Courses for Graduation with the TAMS Diploma
(Computer Science + Mathematics Track)
TAMS Computer Science to Computer Science
The Computer Science pathway is a “2+2” program that allows TAMS students interested in computer science to complete two years at TAMS and then remain at UNT for two years to complete a baccalaureate degree. Although the CSCE department has introduced courses for new degrees in cybersecurity, CSCE 1030/1040 are required for the computer science degree. TAMS students who choose this pathway are NOT obligated to remain at UNT to complete their degree; students may simply complete the TAMS program and then move on to their next educational institution.
Students may elect to change pathways ONCE at the end of their first semester but before the first day of class of the second semester. This excludes the Music track as the College of Music requires a student to audition during the TAMS admissions process. Changing tracks may require students to complete Summer courses between their first year and second year at TAMS in order to “catch up” with the requirements of the new pathway curriculum. Students considering a change in pathway MUST meet with their Academic Counselor and MUST receive approval before enrolling in courses for their second semester.
Students who decide to pursue a degree in computer science at UNT can apply for the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship during the second year of TAMS. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher in TAMS/UNT, and recipients of the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship receive $20,000 per year for up to three years or until a student receives a baccalaureate degree, whichever comes first. TAMS students who remain at UNT are also eligible for many other scholarships, including the National Merit winner scholarship and a variety of college and departmental scholarships. Thus, a TAMS student who remains at UNT to complete a baccalaureate degree could graduate from UNT within two years with little or no debt.
TAMS First Year | |||
Fall 1 | Spring 1 | ||
*MATH 1710 | 4 hours | *MATH 1720 | 3 hours |
ENGL 1315 | 3 hours | ENGL 1325 | 3 hours |
CSCE 1030 | 4 hours | CSCE 1040 | 3 hours |
CSCE 1030 lab | 0 hours | CHEM 1420/1423 | 3 hours |
CHEM 1410/1413 | 3 hours | CHEM 1440 lab | 1 hour |
CHEM 1430 lab | 1 hour | Elective | 1-4 hours |
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 15 hrs | Total | 14-17 hrs |
TAMS Second Year | |||
Fall 2 | Spring 2 | ||
MATH 2700 | 3 hours | PSCI 2305/2306 | 3 hours |
PHYS 1710 | 3 hours | PHYS 2220 | 3 hours |
PHYS 1730 lab | 1 hour | PHYS 2240 lab | 1 hours |
ENGL 2331 | 3 hours | TECM 2700 | 3 hours |
HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours | HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours |
CSCE 2100 | 3 hours | CSCE 2110 | 3 hours |
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 16 hrs | Total | 16 hrs |
Summer After Completing TAMS Program | |||
EENG 2710 | 3 hours | ||
EENG 2711 lab | 1 hour |
UNT Junior Year | |||
Fall 3 | Spring 3 | ||
CSCE 2610 | 3 hours | CSCE 4010 | 3 hours |
CSCE 3110 | 3 hours | CSCE 4110 | 3 hours |
CSCE 3600 | 3 hours | CSCE 3444 | 3 hours |
MATH 1780 | 3 hours | Creative Arts Core | 3 hours |
TECM 4*** | 3 hours | Social and Behavioral Sciences Core | 3 hours |
Total | 15 hours | Total | 15 hours |
UNT Senior Year | |||
Fall 4 | Spring 4 | ||
CSCE 4901 | 3 hours | CSCE 4902 | 3 hours |
CSCE Core | 3 hours | CSCE Core | 3 hours |
CSCE Breadth | 3 hours | CSCE Breadth | 3 hours |
CSCE Elective | 3 hours | CSCE Elective | 3 hours |
Total | 12 hours | Total | 12 hours |
*For students who place into MATH 1650 Precalculus their first semester at TAMS, these students MUST take MATH 1720 Calculus II during the Summer between Year One and Year Two.
Master of Science Grad Track Option Available.
Completion of 9 hours of grad track during bachelor's degree plan results in 21-27 hours to earn master's degree.
TAMS Computer Science to Computer Engineering
The Computer Engineering pathway is a “2+2” program that allows TAMS students interested in computer engineering to complete two years at TAMS and then remain at UNT for two years to complete a baccalaureate degree. Although the CSCE department has introduced courses for new degrees in cybersecurity, CSCE 1030/1040 are required for the computer engineering degree. TAMS students who choose this pathway are NOT obligated to remain at UNT to complete their degree; students may simply complete the TAMS program and then move on to their next educational institution.
Students may elect to change pathways ONCE at the end of their first semester but before the first day of class of the second semester. This excludes the Music track as the College of Music requires a student to audition during the TAMS admissions process. Changing tracks may require students to complete Summer courses between their first year and second year at TAMS in order to “catch up” with the requirements of the new pathway curriculum. Students considering a change in pathway MUST meet with their Academic Counselor and MUST receive approval before enrolling in courses for their second semester.
Students who decide to pursue a degree in computer engineering at UNT can apply for the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship during the second year of TAMS. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher in TAMS/UNT, and recipients of the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship receive $20,000 per year for up to three years or until a student receives a baccalaureate degree, whichever comes first. TAMS students who remain at UNT are also eligible for many other scholarships, including the National Merit winner scholarship and a variety of college and departmental scholarships. Thus, a TAMS student who remains at UNT to complete a baccalaureate degree could graduate from UNT within two years with little or no debt.
TAMS First Year | |||
Fall 1 | Spring 1 | ||
*MATH 1710 | 4 hours | *MATH 1720 | 3 hours |
ENGL 1315 | 3 hours | ENGL 1325 | 3 hours |
CSCE 1030 | 4 hours | CSCE 1040 | 3 hours |
CSCE 1030 lab | 0 hours | CHEM 1420/1423 | 3 hours |
CHEM 1410/1413 | 3 hours | CHEM 1440 lab | 1 hour |
CHEM 1430 lab | 1 hour | Elective | 1-4 hours |
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 15 hrs | Total | 14-17 hrs |
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TAMS Second Year | |||
Fall 2 | Spring 2 | ||
MATH 2730 | 3 hours | MATH 2700 | 3 hours |
PHYS 1710 | 3 hours | PHYS 2220 | 3 hours |
PHYS 1730 lab | 1 hour | PHYS 2240 lab | 1 hour |
ENGL 2331 | 3 hours | PSCI 2305/2306 | 3 hours |
HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours |
HIST 2610/2620 |
3 hours |
CSCE 2100 | 3 hours | CSCE 2110 | 3 hours |
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 16 hrs | Total | 16 hrs |
Summer After Completing TAMS Program | |||
ENGR 2720 | 3 hours | ||
ENGR 2730 lab | 1 hour |
UNT Junior Year | |||
Fall 3 | Spring 3 | ||
CSCE 2610 | 3 hours | CSCE 3600 | 3 hours |
ENGR 2405 | 3 hours | CSCE 3612 | 3 hours |
ENGR 2415 lab | 1 hour | EENG 3510 | 3 hours |
MATH 1780 | 3 hours | Advanced Math or Science | 3 hours |
TECM 2700 | 3 hours | Social and Behavioral Sciences Core | 3 hours |
Creative Arts Core | 3 hours | ||
Total | 16 hours | Total | 15 hours |
UNT Senior Year | |||
Fall 4 | Spring 4 | ||
CSCE 3010 | 3 hours | CSCE 3020 | 3 hours |
CSCE 3730 | 3 hours | CSCE 4011 | 3 hours |
CSCE 4910 | 3 hours | CSCE 4915 | 3 hours |
**Specialization Course | 3 hours | **Specialization Course | 3 hours |
**Specialization Course | 3 hours | Adv. Gen. Elective to reach 42 Adv. Hours | 3 hours |
Total Hours | 15 hours | Total Hours | 15 hours |
*For students who place into MATH 1650 Precalculus their first semester at TAMS, these students MUST take MATH 1720 Calculus II during the Summer between Year One and Year Two.
**Master of Science Grad Track Option Available.
Completion of 9 hours of grad track during bachelor's degree plan results in 21-27 hours to earn master's degree.
TAMS Computer Science to Information Technology
The Information Technology pathway is a “2+2” program that allows TAMS students interested in Information Technology to complete two years at TAMS and then remain at UNT for two years to complete a baccalaureate degree. Although the CSCE department has introduced courses for new degrees in cybersecurity, CSCE 1030/1040 are required for the computer science degree. TAMS students who choose this pathway are NOT obligated to remain at UNT to complete their degree; students may simply complete the TAMS program and then move on to their next educational institution. Students who complete Calculus II or higher the second semester of their first year will need to complete MATH 1680 or 1780 (Probability) during the second year.
Students may elect to change pathways ONCE at the end of their first semester but before the first day of class of the second semester. This excludes the Music track as the College of Music requires a student to audition during the TAMS admissions process. Changing tracks may require students to complete Summer courses between their first year and second year at TAMS in order to “catch up” with the requirements of the new pathway curriculum. Students considering a change in pathway MUST meet with their Academic Counselor and MUST receive approval before enrolling in courses for their second semester.
Students who decide to pursue a degree in Information Technology at UNT can apply for the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship during the second year of TAMS. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher in TAMS/UNT, and recipients of the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship receive $20,000 per year for up to three years or until a student receives a baccalaureate degree, whichever comes first. TAMS students who remain at UNT are also eligible for many other scholarships, including the National Merit winner scholarship and a variety of college and departmental scholarships. Thus, a TAMS student who remains at UNT to complete a baccalaureate degree could graduate from UNT within two years with little or no debt.
TAMS First Year | |||
Fall 1 | Spring 1 | ||
*MATH 1710 | 4 hours | *MATH 1720 | 3 hours |
ENGL 1315 | 3 hours | ENGL 1325 | 3 hours |
CSCE 1030 | 4 hours | CSCE 1040 | 3 hours |
CSCE 1030 lab | 0 hours | CHEM 1420/1423 | 3 hours |
CHEM 1410/1413 | 3 hours | CHEM 1440 lab | 1 hour |
CHEM 1430 lab | 1 hour | Elective | 1-4 hours |
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 15 hrs | Total | 14-17 hrs |
TAMS Second Year | |||
Fall 2 | Spring 2 | ||
PHYS 1710 | 3 hours | PHYS 2220 | 3 hours |
PHYS 1730 lab | 1 hour | PHYS 2240 lab | 1 hour |
ENGL 2331 | 3 hours | TECM 2700 | 3 hours |
HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours | HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours |
CSCE 2100 | 3 hours | CSCE 2110 | 3 hours |
PSCI 2305/2306 | 3 hours | PSCI 2305/2306 | 3 hours |
MATH 1680/1780 | 3 hours | ||
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 19 hrs | Total | 16 hrs |
Summer After Completing TAMS Program | |||
CSCE 3600 | 3 hours | ||
CSCE 4350 | 3 hours |
UNT Junior Year | |||
Fall 3 | Spring 3 | ||
CSCE 3055 | 3 hours | CSCE 3605 | 3 hours |
CSCE 3220 | 3 hours | CSCE 3615 | 3 hours |
CSCE 3420 | 3 hours | CSCE 4010 | 3 hours |
CSCE 3530 | 3 hours | Supporting Area | 3 hours |
Creative Arts Core | 3 hours | Supporting Area | 3 hours |
Socail and Behavioral Sciences Core | 3 hours | ||
Total | 15 hours | Total | 18 hours |
UNT Senior Year | |||
Fall 4 | Spring 4 | ||
CSCE 4535 | 3 hours | CSCE 4925 | 3 hours |
CSCE 4355 | 3 hours | Supporting Area | 3 hours |
CSCE 4550 | 3 hours | Supporting Area | 3 hours |
CSCE 4905 | 3 hours | Supporting Area | 3 hours |
Supporting Area | Supporting Area | 3 hours | |
Total | 12 hours | Total | 12 hours |
*For students who place into MATH 1650 Precalculus their first semester at TAMS, these students MUST take MATH 1720 Calculus II during the Summer between Year One and Year Two.
2+2 Mathematics degree Grad Track at UNT
2+2 Mathematics Degree at UNT
This program is unique because it is a “2+2” program but with a “Grad Track” option that allows a TAMS student to complete a baccalaureate degree within four years or, if selecting the “Grad Track” option, a master’s degree in five years. TAMS students who choose this pathway are NOT obligated to remain at UNT to complete their degree; students may simply complete the TAMS program and then move on to their next educational institution.
Students may elect to change pathways ONCE at the end of their first semester but before the first day of class of the second semester. This excludes the Music track as the College of Music requires a student to audition during the TAMS admissions process. Changing tracks may require students to complete Summer courses between their first year and second year at TAMS in order to “catch up” with the requirements of the new pathway curriculum. Students considering a change in pathway MUST meet with their Academic Counselor and MUST receive approval before enrolling in courses for their second semester.
Students who decide to pursue a degree in mathematics at UNT can apply for the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship during the second year of TAMS. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher in TAMS/UNT, and recipients of the TAMS-to-Eagles scholarship receive $20,000 per year for up to three years or until a student receives a baccalaureate degree, whichever comes first. TAMS students who remain at UNT are also eligible for many other scholarships, including the National Merit winner scholarship and a variety of college and departmental scholarships. Thus, a TAMS student who remains at UNT to complete a baccalaureate degree could graduate from UNT within two years with little or no debt.
TAMS First Year (31-33 hours; 0 advanced) | |||
Fall 1 | Spring 1 | ||
CSCE 1030 | 4 hours | CSCE 1040 | 3 hours |
CHEM 1410, 1430 | 4 hours | CHEM 1420, 1440 | 4 hours |
ENGL 1315 | 3 hours | ENGL 1325 | 3 hours |
MATH 1650 (or higher) | 5 hours | MATH 1710 (or higher) | 4 hours |
MATH 2000 | 3 hours | ||
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 16 hours | Total | 17 hours |
TAMS Second Year (35-38 hours; 3 advanced) | |||
Fall 2 | Spring 2 | ||
PHYS 1710, 1730 | 4 hours | PHYS 2220, 2240 | 4 hours |
ENGL 2331 | 3 hours | TECM 2700 | 3 hours |
HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours | HIST 2610/2620 | 3 hours |
MATH 1720 or MATH 2700 and 2730 | 3/6 hours | MATH 2700 and MATH 2730 or MATH 3000 | 3/6 hours |
PSCI 2305/2306 | 3 hours | ||
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 13/16 hours | Total | 16/19 hours |
*Students who do not take MATH 3000 during their TAMS program will need to take the course prior to enrolling in MATH 3610, perhaps during the summer term between TAMS and the third year at UNT. |
UNT Junior Year (30 hours; 12-15 advanced) | |||
Fall 3 | Spring 3 | ||
MATH 3000 | 3 hours | MATH 3510 | 3 hours |
MATH 3610 | 3 hours | MATH 4500 | 3 hours |
MATH 3680 | 3 hours | TECM 4000+ or LANG 1020 | 3 hours |
PSCI 2305/2306 | 3 hours | Minor | 3 hours |
Minor | 3 hours | Minor | 3 hours |
Total | 15 hours | Total | 15 hours |
UNT Senior Year (27-30 hours; 12-15 advanced) | |||
Fall 4 | Spring 4 | ||
MATH 5400 (Grad Track) replaces 4520 | 3 hours | MATH 5500 (Grad Track) replaces 4450 | 3 hours |
MATH 5520 (Grad Track) replaces 4510 | 3 hours | MATH 5600 (Grad Track) replaces 4500 | 3 hours |
Minor (advanced) | 3 hours | Minor (advanced) | 3 hours |
Minor (advanced) | 3 hours | Advanced Elective (advanced if needed) | 3 hours |
Creative Arts (advanced) | 3 hours | Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 hours |
Seminar | Seminar | ||
Total | 15 hours | Total | 15 hours |
Grad School (24 hours) |