This program has been specifically designed for those seeking the high level of mathematical and statistical training required in today’s high technology workplaces. It provides a structured pathway through the study of the mathematical sciences at Levels I, II and III. The first year provides the foundation of mathematics and statistics and the second year further develops these fundamental tools. Third year allows students to select a specialisation in pure mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics. Graduates may find employment in industry and commerce, government establishments, public service, teaching and research.

Mathematical sciences courses are in the areas of applied mathematics, pure mathematics or statistics. Applied mathematics courses cover topics that aim to achieve a balance between mathematical theories and practical applications of mathematics in the world around us. Pure mathematics courses are fundamental to applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, mathematical physics and many other areas of application and they also offer valuable training in rigour and logical thinking. Statistics courses provide the training to enable graduates to solve real-world problems by appropriately collecting, analysing and modelling data.

High achieving students may undertake an additional year of study leading to a Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences with Honours. An Honours qualification is highly valued by employers and is a suitable preparation for students who wish to proceed to postgraduate studies. The Honours year includes a major project.

Students take courses to the value of at least 72 units comprising a core mathematical sciences requirement 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 Communication Skills.

Assessment can vary from course to course and can include a combination of class work, tutorials, project work and exams.

The Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences allows students to choose a specialisation in Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Statistics.

Graduates are highly regarded by employers and have been successful in a wide variety of areas. Opportunities for graduates exist in a wide range of occupations in business, industry, government and research organisations.

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 research and academic organisations all over the world.

• Able to apply knowledge of basic mathematical or statistical fundamentals.
• Able to interpret data or mathematical results, and draw correct conclusions.
• Able to define, formulate and solve a mathematical/statistical problem.
• Possess highly developed problem-solving skills suitable for application in a wide range of situations.
• Possess the flexibility required to adapt quickly to changes in the working environment, including the emergence of new methods, technologies and theories.
• Able to communicate effectively, not only with other mathematicians and statisticians, but with the community at large on mathematical/statistical issues.
• Contribute effectively as members of multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be leaders or managers as well as effective team members.
• Able, by self directed study, to remain up to date with developments in their careers/professions.
• Able to guide developments in their careers/professions.

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