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Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences
B.Ma.Sc.
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
This program has been specifically designed for those seeking the high level of mathematical and statistical training required in today’s high technology workplaces. The degree content has been designed to meet this need, providing a fixed pathway through the study of the mathematical sciences at Levels I, II and III. The first year provides the foundation of Mathematics and Statistics. The second year further develops the fundamental tools of Mathematics and Statistics. Third year allows specialisation into the streams of Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or Statistics. Graduates may find employment in industry and commerce, government establishments, public service, teaching and research.
It is possible for high achieving students to undertake an additional year of study and obtain 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.
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.
Admissions information for
domestic
and
international
students.
| Selection criteria:
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| Prerequisites:
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SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and Specialist Mathematics
IB: Mathematics (HL grade 4) |
| How to apply:
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SATAC
Code: 324421
Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
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| Mid-year entry? | Subject to availability |
| Annual tuition fees:
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Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
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| General enquiries: | Student Centre |
| Selection criteria:
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| Prerequisites:
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Mathematics |
| How to apply: | |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Annual tuition fees:
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International student place: $22,000 |
| General enquiries: | Student Centre |
It is possible to study in fields such as financial market analysis, information technology, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, game theory, computer graphics, real-time programming, software engineering and computer networking.
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
| Level I |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Level I Maths requirement: Students are encouraged to satisfy the Level I Maths requirement by doing Maths IA followed by Maths IB, as above. Note however that the prerequisite for Maths IA is either SACE Stage 2 Specialist Maths (or equivalent) or the University course MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA, so some students will need to successfully complete Maths IMA prior to doing Maths IA followed by Maths IB. |
| Level II |
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Semester 1
Semester 2
*Compulsory Mathematical Sciences Courses |
| Level III |
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Semester 1
Semster 2
*Compulsory Mathematical Sciences Courses Electives: At each level, electives can be chosen from courses offered at that level towards a degree program at the University, provided that the student is eligible to do that course e.g. has satisfied the prerequisite/s, the course is not offered exclusively for a program other than the B Math Sc. Electives Semester 1
Semester 2
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Graduates are highly regarded by employers and have been successful in a wide variety of areas. Opportunities for graduates occur over a wide range of occupations. They are employed in business, industry, the government sector and in 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 Universities and other research institutes all over the world.
Potential career opportunities include Systems Analyst, Systems Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer, Network Engineer, Scientific Data Analyst, Statistician, Telecommunications Analyst, Actuary, Business Data Analyst, Computer Programmer, Database Coordinator, Financial Systems / Computer Analyst, Internet and Web Programmer, Research Scientist, Stockbroker, Economist, Naval Architect, and Mathematics Teacher are some of the fields where graduates have found employment.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Monday, 22 Dec 2008
The University of Adelaide has over 80 exchange agreements with partner universities around the world. These agreements allow students to study part of their degree at one of our partner universities for one or two semesters. International students are also encouraged to apply for a "3rd country" experience.
