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Overview

  • Study mathematic modelling, applied mathematics, computational mathematics, statistical modelling, quantitative analysis and financial mathematics.
  • Prepare yourself for a career in financial analysis, natural resources and health management, transport management, and mathematics teaching.
  • Complete in 1 semester full-time or 2 semesters part-time.
  • Opportunity to progress on to a Graduate Diploma in Mathematical Science.
QUT course code MA65
Attendance Full-time
Course duration 0.5 year full-time
Start month 2013 February, July
Delivery
Faculty
  • Science and Engineering Faculty
Course contact Enquire
CRICOS code046044G
Careers
  • Actuary
  • Mathematician
  • Quantitative Analyst
  • Statistician

Details

This course enables graduates from any discipline to develop their knowledge and skills in one or more areas of the mathematical sciences. Strands available include mathematical modelling/applied mathematics, computational mathematics, statistics/statistical modelling, quantitative analysis/financial mathematics and operations research. This course recognises that students may not have studied mathematics for some time.

Career outcomes

Knowledge and skills in mathematics and/or statistical techniques are increasingly in demand in many different areas, for example, quantitative analysis in the finance area, statistical and mathematical modelling in natural resources and health management, operations research in transport management, and mathematics teaching.

Units

Course design

The program of study for an individual student will be decided in consultation with the course coordinator and will take into account the student’s background and area of interest within the mathematical sciences.

In the Graduate Certificate, at least 36 credit points must be taken from postgraduate mathematics units and up to 12 credit points can be taken from units other than mathematics units.

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Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission an applicant:

  • will normally have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline. Please note that students without prior studies in calculus (first-year level) may need to complete additional units prior to commencing the Master of Mathematical Science.

    Applicants who do not meet the normal entry requirements may be permitted to enrol in the Graduate Certificate subject to approval.

  • Minimum English language requirements

    Students must meet the English proficiency requirements.

    IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
    speaking6.0
    writing6.0
    reading6.0
    listening6.0
    overall6.5
    TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
    speaking20.0
    writing20.0
    reading20.0
    listening20.0
    overall90.0

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    You can complete an IELTS test at our Kelvin Grove campus.

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    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.

    2013: $11,700 (indicative) per Semester (subject to annual review)

    Scholarships and financial support

    You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

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    How to apply for Graduate Certificate in Mathematical Science

    You're ready to apply if you have:

    1. Found all the courses you want to apply for. You can apply for up to 3
    2. Checked important dates
      • Semester 1
        2013
        18 January Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 3, 4 and 5 applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.
        8 February Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 1 and 2 applicants and onshore applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.
      • Semester 2
        2013
        7 June Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 3, 4 and 5 applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.
        5 July Final date for accepting applications (degree programs only) from offshore Assessment Level 1 and 2 applicants and onshore applicants. Student visa assessment levels are available.
    3. Checked you meet the entry requirements
    4. Checked costs and scholarships
    5. Checked if you're eligible for credit for prior learning
    6. Gathered supporting documents

    All done? Then you're ready to apply.

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