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- Gain advanced mathematics and statistics skills required for current research and for a competitive edge in the employment market.
- Pursue specialised studies in an area of mutual interest with a personal research mentor/supervisor.
- Opportunity to progress on to the PhD program.
- Be in demand with a shortage of highly trained mathematical scientists in Australia and abroad.
Highlights
- Gain advanced mathematics and statistics skills required for current research and for a competitive edge in the employment market.
- Pursue specialised studies in an area of mutual interest with a personal research mentor/supervisor.
- Opportunity to progress on to the PhD program.
- Be in demand with a shortage of highly trained mathematical scientists in Australia and abroad.
Why choose this course?
The primary aim of the Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) is to provide a strong and practical foundation both for professional employment and for undertaking research work either in an academic setting or in industry. Advanced theory, professional training (where appropriate), and a research project that leads to a research paper or thesis are therefore incorporated within the course.
In addition to developing graduates' skills in knowledge and problem solving to an advanced level, the honours program aims to equip graduates with well-developed skills in lifelong learning and a strong commitment to professional and ethical practice.
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The Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) course provides extended modern and rigorous training in mathematical sciences and related research, to prepare students both for higher-level graduate careers in industry and government and for research at PhD level or a Master of Philosophy. The course contributes to addressing the continuing shortage of highly trained mathematical scientists in Australia and abroad.
Through a combination of research and advanced coursework units, students pursue specialised studies in an area of mutual interest with a personal research mentor/supervisor. Research units will enable students to develop an understanding of the nature of mathematical and statistical approaches to solving real world, current research problems. Coursework units provide students the opportunity to develop much more advanced skills and knowledge compared with those built in the undergraduate course. The coursework emphasises mathematics and statistics that is required for current research and for a competitive edge in the employment market.
The course provides students with further depth of knowledge and analytical skills expected of professionals who apply mathematics, computational methods, decision science and statistics in the workplace and in further research.
Careers and outcomes
Mathematics graduates are employed across a wide range of areas. These include, but are not limited to, finance, investment, data analytics, defence and national security, research, information technology, engineering modelling and simulation, environmental science, health, management, marketing, logistics, media, and education. In addition to their knowledge and skills in mathematics, graduates are also highly valued for their analytical and problem-solving skills. Development of skills in communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and teamwork form an integral part of the course.
Professional recognition
Graduates of this course may be eligible for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society, Statistical Society of Australia and/or the Australian Society for Operations Research.
Research pathways
This degree can potentially lead to admission into a PhD or research masters degree program for students with a sufficiently high grade point average at graduation, and subject to offer and/or application approval.
Possible careers
- Academic
- Actuary
- Data communications specialist
- Database manager
- Financial advisor/analyst
- Ict administrator
- Mathematician
- Meteorologist
- Operations manager
- Quantitative analyst
- Research officer
- Risk manager
- Statistician
- Systems analyst
Requirements for the completion of MS10 Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) are as follows:
MXN400 Mathematical Research Training (12 cp)
MXN404-1 Honours Research Project-1 (12 cp)
MXN404-2 Honours Research Project-2(12 cp)
MXN404-3 Honours Research Project-3(12 cp)
and 4 Advanced Coursework units (48 credit points)
Requirements for the completion of MS10 Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) are as follows:
MXN400 Mathematical Research Training (12 cp)
MXN404-1 Honours Research Project-1 (12 cp)
MXN404-2 Honours Research Project-2(12 cp)
MXN404-3 Honours Research Project-3(12 cp)
and 4 Advanced Coursework units (48 credit points)
- Course code
- MS10
- CRICOS code
- 080486K
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 1 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- 1 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
You must have a recognised bachelor degree with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.00 (on QUT's 7-point scale) completed within the last 5 years in one of the fields of:
- computer science
- economics
- engineeriing
- finance
- mathematics
- physics
plus:
- Suitable honours topic
- Proposed honours supervisor
If you do not meet the grade point average requirement but you have:
- Excelled in the final semesters of your degree; or
- Completed a double degree and excelled in the mathematics part of your double degree
you are encouraged to apply.
Places are subject to supervisor availability, infrastructure, and other required resources.
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2023
This course is not open to current year 12 students. This course is open to graduates with a relevant completed degree with a suitable grade point average and honours topic. Thus no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirements
You must have a recognised bachelor degree with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.00 (on QUT's 7-point scale) completed within the last 5 years prior to course commencement in one of the fields of:
- computer science
- economics
- engineeriing
- finance
- mathematics
- physics
plus:
- Suitable honours topic
- Proposed honours supervisor
Places are subject to supervisor availability, infrastructure, and other required resources.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Applying for this course
Applying for this course
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP fees available from September
2025 fees
2025: Available from July
2024 fees
2024: CSP $4,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $34,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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