Master of Mathematical Sciences New
Mathematics is both a logical and creative pursuit. It drives human progress, with millions of industries around the world depending on mathematical scientists.
Our Master of Mathematical Sciences is an intensive degree designed for students with backgrounds in related study areas.
What will you do?
- Develop advanced research skills as you learn from award-winning academics in state-of-the-art facilities.
- Take your mathematical knowledge to an advanced level through a major of your choice.
- Applied Mathematics—use mathematical techniques to answer questions about the world around us. These answers might come in the form of insights, explanations, solutions or predictions.
- Pure Mathematics—study abstract theories built by logical deduction that underpin modern science and technology.
- Statistics—solve real-world problems through the collection, analysis and modelling of data.
Where could it take you?
Our maths graduates go on to all sorts of fascinating careers in technology-led industries. You could help build business start-ups as a data scientist or enter the growing field of gaming design and performance analysis. You might be an actuary, applying probability and statistics to insurance and banking. Perhaps you’ll take your research to the next level in academia.
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Entry Requirements
Please note: For programs including placements and/or study-related activities in settings where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, it is an inherent requirement that all students be fully vaccinated prior to undertaking the placement and/or study-related activity.
From 30 June 2023, in accordance with Australian government requirements, the University will be returning to face-to-face teaching for all students where it is safe and practical to do so. For students with circumstances where it would not be practical or safe to travel to Australia, exemptions may apply. Students are encouraged to regularly check Study in 2023 and International Student Covid-19 FAQ for information and updates.
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information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM260 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor degree or equivalent in mathematical sciences or related background within FOE codes: 010100 Mathematical Sciences, 010101 Mathematics, 010103 Statistics,with a minimum GPA of 5.0. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $35,500
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
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Potential careers
Actuary, Meteorologist, Banker, Bioinformatics, Business Data Analyst, Commodities or Futures Trader, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Telecommunications Analyst
Degree Structure
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Last updated: Thursday, 19 Jan 2023
