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Overview
- Study a Bachelor of Mathematics and advance your skills to prepare for a career in a wide range of selected disciplines.
- Study advanced calculus, linear algebra, vectors and matrices, computational mathematics, differential equations, operations research, data analysis and statistical modelling.
- Specialise in applied mathematics, discrete mathematics, financial mathematics, mathematical modelling, operations research, scientific computation and visualisation, and statistics.
- Combine your mathematics study with units from another area such as science, business, or information technology.
- Graduate eligible for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society, the Statistical Society of Australia and the Australian Society for Operations Research.
- Prepares you for a career in a wide range of areas such as finance, investment, information technology, environmental management, health, marketing, logistics, defence, media, education, and research.
| QTAC course code | 418701 |
| QUT course code | MA54 |
| Attendance | Part-time or Full-time |
| Course duration | 3 years full-time
6 years part-time |
| Start month | 2013 February, July |
| Deferment | You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year. |
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| CRICOS code | 049433D |
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Details
Mathematics is one of the oldest pure sciences and is the technical language of science, engineering and business. With qualifications in mathematics, employers recognise that you are equipped with the specialist analytical skills required to tackle today’s complex scientific, computation and modelling problems.
Mathematicians and statisticians can develop new financial products in the banking industry, optimise transportation schedules in today’s busy world, or help understand customer value in the commercial world. Mathematicians can aid scientific research by data mining to discover genetics links and pathways or help to understand disease transmission of a pandemic. Computer simulation and visualisation techniques can be used in many research projects including bone fracture and wound healing and modelling saltwater intrusion in coastal systems.
Mathematics graduates play integral roles in the workplace, where they develop mathematical models and numerical algorithms to answer what-if scenarios, and design experiments to help guide research and improve processes.
Why choose this course?
QUT’s Mathematics discipline is a leader in delivering world-class teaching and research outcomes, offering you advanced, relevant and modern courses designed for the real world, underpinned by our award-winning research. Our undergraduate courses in mathematics and statistics combine the underlying theory with modelling, computational skills and the latest computer technology to enable you to solve real-world problems and prepare you for your future career. Skill development in communication, problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork form an integral part of our courses.
There is also a strong honours and postgraduate program. Entry into the Bachelor of Science (Honours) program, majoring in mathematics, from the Bachelor of Mathematics is strongly encouraged.
Career outcomes
As a mathematics graduate you will find employment opportunities across a wide range of areas, such as finance, investment, information technology, environmental management, health, marketing, logistics, defence, media, education and research. In addition to your knowledge and abilities in mathematics, you will also be highly valued for your analytical and problem-solving skills.
Professional recognition
On graduation you will be eligible to join the Australian Mathematical Society, the Statistical Society of Australia and the Australian Society for Operations Research.
Mid-year entry
The Bachelor of Mathematics is available for mid-year entry.
Units
Your Course
Year 1
You will study core units in mathematics and statistics. These core units include studies in calculus, algebra, vectors and matrices, computational mathematics, data analysis and statistical modelling.
Year 2
You will build on your core studies by advancing to more specialised topics such as advanced calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, operations research, data visualisation, statistics or modelling. Your practical assignments will tackle problems faced in the real world. You can choose to study only mathematics units or include units from another area of interest, such as science, business, information technology or a language.
Year 3
Refine your studies by combining advanced units from the following specialisations:
- applied mathematics: using mathematical techniques to solve real-world problems
- computational mathematics: using computers and numerical techniques to find solutions to complex problems which cannot be solved analytically
- discrete mathematics: the mathematics of numbers, including sets, fields, rings and groups which is used extensively in information security
- financial mathematics: applying a wide variety of mathematical techniques for use in a range of financial areas
- mathematical modelling: using mathematical techniques to develop a model or explanation of a real-world problem which can then be tested
- operations research: optimising complex systems including queuing, scheduling or allocation of resources
- scientific computation and visualisation: large-scale scientific modelling and creating graphical representations using visualisation techniques
- statistics: collecting data in an appropriate format, experimental design, analysis of data and using data to make predictions
- statistical modelling: building and analysing models of systems involving probability and variables.
Entry requirements
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Maths B
- English
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement English (4, SA) and Maths B (4, SA). Recommended Study: Maths C.
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you receive an OP 1-5 or equivalent, you're guaranteed an offer for this course in the major offer round.
Course fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.
Financial Support
You should consider applying for an industry-sponsored mathematics bursary to help you financially throughout your studies. For further information visit scholarships.
Mathematics Bursaries
Students enrolled in this course can apply for a Mathematics Bursary. This bursary is awarded to Australian citizens or permanent residents on a competitive basis. For further information see the Mathematical Bursaries Page.
2013: CSP $4600 (indicative) per Semester (48 credit points) (subject to annual review)
Student Services and Amenities Fee
You'll need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Find out if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan
Scholarships and financial support
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
These scholarships are available for this course:
You may also be eligible for Centrelink payments
Apply
How to apply for Bachelor of Mathematics
You apply through QTAC for all our undergraduate courses.
Are you ready to submit your application?
You're ready if you've:
- Found all the courses you want to apply for - you can apply for up to 6.
- Checked important dates.
- Checked you meet the entry requirements.
- Checked your course costs and if you're eligible for financial support.
All done? Then you're ready to apply.
Important: Make a note of the QTAC code for this course (418701) because you'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.
After you've submitted your application to QTAC
If you've studied before or if you have at least two years' work experience, you may want to apply for credit for prior learning.
