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Want to drive progress through mathematics?
Our Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Advanced) is a degree for highly capable students who are passionate about maths and want to excel.
Alongside mathematical and statistical expertise, our advanced degree places a strong emphasis on research skills. You will:
Majors are available in:
Note: You must maintain a GPA of 5.0 or you'll be required to transfer to the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences.
You will emerge with enhanced skills for either higher studies or expert roles in your chosen career. You could be a defence scientist or economic researcher. You might enter the growing field of gaming design and performance analysis. Perhaps you'll figure out the mathematical model behind a scientific breakthrough or even win the Fields Medal.
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Students take courses to the value of at least 72 units comprising a core mathematical sciences requirement, including advanced level coursework, together with a number of electives. Students must complete at least 18 units of Level III courses chosen from Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Statistics together with Advanced Mathematical Perspectives III.
A major is a great way to specialise and pursue topics of interest, without narrowing future career options. Majors are available in: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and Statistics.
Students completing the Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Advanced) will be automatically eligible for entry to the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences. Honours consists of one further year of full-time study that includes a research component. Specialisations in applied mathematics, pure mathematics or statistics are available for honours. The honours degree is highly regarded by employers and provides suitable preparation for postgraduate study.
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.