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Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences with Bachelor of Finance

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Double Degree

Duration 4 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 314711

2009
ATAR 71.3

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  • Program Outline

    This is a flexible academic program designed for students who wish to study mathematics, statistics or computing. Those studies can be combined with courses from commerce, design studies, economics, engineering, finance, humanities and social sciences or sciences.

    Finance is a new and important area of application of mathematics. There is a need to model and control uncertainty in financial markets and in financial arrangements. Employment opportunities exist in banks, corporations, the insurance and investment industry. Study of mathematical modelling, statistics and computing provides a strong grounding for a career in finance.

    Students who do well in their courses may complete an additional year of study to obtain an honours degree in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics or Computer Science which provides opportunity for research and enhanced employment prospects.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 314711
    2009 CSP ATAR 71.3
    2009 CSP IB 25
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $8,859
    Mid-year entry? Only if prerequisites to core subjects have been completed
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 4 years full time equivalent university study (96 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies.

    IB: Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).

    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent higher education study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 35% and the quantitative component contributes 65% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    Additional Entry Requirements ?
    Applicants who wish to be considered for entry on the basis of a completed VET/TAFE Diploma/Advanced Diploma (or overseas equivalent) must submit an official academic transcript and evidence of completion of the VET/TAFE course to the Professions Student Support Hub, Marjoribanks Building, 10 Pulteney Street, Adelaide SA 5000. Official transcripts for completed VET/TAFE Diploma/Advanced Diploma must be received by the School no later than the first week of January, 2009. For further details contact the Professions Hub on (08) 8303 4755.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 314711

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    International ATAR 75
    IB 25
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    Mathematics
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 75
    IB 25
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    International ATAR 75
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Prerequisites ?
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies.

    IB: Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3).

  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Level I

    Level II
    • CORPFIN 2500: Business Finance II
    • ECON 2508: Financial Economics II
    • MATHS 2103: Introduction to Probability & Statistics [NOT Intermediate Econometrics II]
    • CORPFIN 2501: Financial Institutions Management II
    • Level II Finance and Mathematics electives * # (12 units)

    *  if Mathematics IMA/IA is taken, students must also 
       complete Mathematics IIM

     

    Level III

    • CORPFIN 3501: Portfolio Theory & Management III
    • APP MTH 3012: Financial Modelling Techniques III or
    • CORPFIN 3502: Options, Futures & Risk Management III
    • 2 Level 3 Finance courses (6 units)
    • Either 12 units of Level III electives or        
    • a further 6 units of Level 3 Finance courses
    • plus Level II/III electives (6 units)
    Level IV

    • MATHS 3105 Communication Skills III (3 units)
    • Level III Mathematical Sciences courses (12 units)
    • Level III elective course (3 units)#
    • Level II or III elective courses (6 units)#

    #   Electives must be selected to ensure that a minimum of 36 units for Mathematical and Computer Sciences courses is presented towards the B Ma & Comp Sc.

  • Career Opportunities
    Our graduates are highly regarded by employers and have been successful in a wide variety of areas. Opportunities for graduates occur over a wide range of occupations. They are employed in business, industry, the government sector and in research organisations. For example, our recent graduates have been employed by CSIRO, DSTO, consulting engineering firms, United Water, Santos, the pharmaceutical industry, the telecommunications industry, biomedical research industries and institutes, banks and insurance companies, the Bureau of Meteorology, the Australian Bureau of Statistics, State and Federal Government agencies, and Universities and other research institutes all over the world.

    Potential careers

    Accountant, Actuary, Auditor, Banker, Business Analyst, Business Data Analyst, Commodities or Futures Trader, Computational Engineer, Computer Programmer, Consultant, Data Analyst, Database Coordinator, Economic Researcher, Finance Manager, Financial Adviser, Financial Analyst, Financial Services Officer, Financial Systems / Computer Analyst, Foreign Affairs, Fund and Portfolio Manager, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, ...

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  • Further Information
    An information session for the Bachelor programs of Commerce, Economics and Finance will be held on 8 December 2008 from 4-7pm. You will be able to register online from early August by visiting the Faculty of Professions website www.adelaide.edu.au/professions. Telephone (08) 8303 4755, email commerce@adelaide.edu.au or visit www.business.adelaide.edu.au.
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