UC Davis Mathematical & Scientific Computation
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation UC Davis lists for Mathematical & Scientific Computation transfers starts with MAT 017A, MAT 017B and MAT 017C; the full list is below.

    114 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UC Davis for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

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    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Mathematical & Scientific Computation

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    Major Requirements

    UC Davis Mathematical & Scientific Computation Major Preparation

    The courses UC Davis lists as Mathematical & Scientific Computation major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UC Davis's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Mathematics

    Complete 1 of these options

    • MAT 017A Calculus for Biology & Medicine · MAT 017B Calculus for Biology & Medicine · MAT 017C Calculus for Biology & Medicine
    • MAT 021A Calculus · MAT 021B Calculus · MAT 021C Calculus · MAT 021D Vector Analysis

    Complete 1 of these options

    • MAT 067 Modern Linear Algebra
    • MAT 022A Linear Algebra · MAT 108 Introduction to Abstract Mathematics
    • MAT 027A Linear Algebra with Applications to Biology · MAT 108 Introduction to Abstract Mathematics

    Complete 1 of these

    • MAT 022B Differential Equations
    • MAT 027B Differential Equations with Applications to Biology

    Mathematics

    Required

    • MAT 022AL Linear Algebra Computer Laboratory

    Programming

    Complete all of these

    • ECS 032A Introduction to Programming
    • ENG 006 Engineering Problem Solving
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, UC Davis's own Mathematical & Scientific Computation requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does UC Davis have a Mathematical & Scientific Computation major for transfer students?

    Yes. UC Davis offers Mathematical & Scientific Computation (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to UC Davis for Mathematical & Scientific Computation?

    UC Davis's Mathematical & Scientific Computation major preparation includes MAT 017A, MAT 017B, MAT 017C, MAT 021A, MAT 021B and MAT 021C, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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