Future Students

Mathematics

The Area of Study

Although it has ancient roots, Mathematics is a very modern and dynamic subject that underpins today’s technology. While specific mathematical content is required for some jobs, a mathematics degree provides a unique training in abstract reasoning and problem solving which are highly sought after by employers.

On the one hand, mathematics is pure thought, independent of the external world. On the other, it needs to look to the world for its inspiration. In the past astronomy and physics produced new branches of mathematics. In more recent times, computing science and finance have been added to that list.

The advanced mathematics program is primarily designed for students with higher mathematical ability who are studying mathematics or some other subject which requires a considerable level of mathematical expertise. In particular, it is designed for those interested in mathematics or an area that uses a lot of mathematics such as astronomy, computing, electronics and physics, as well as banking and finance.

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Degree Program Information

Degree UAI 2008 CSP Course duration
Bachelor of Science in Advanced Mathematics #
 98.50 3 years full-time/ equivalent part-time
Bachelor of Science
73.00 3 years full-time/ equivalent part-time
Bachelor of Arts
76.00 3 years full-time/ equivalent part-time
Bachelor of Science with Diploma of Education
74.40 4 years full-time/ equivalent part-time
Bachelor of Arts with Diploma Education
 75.00 4 years full-time/ equivalent part-time
Bachelor of Science with Bachelor of Laws
96.00 5 years full-time
Bachelor of Arts with Bachelor of Laws
95.45 5 years full-time
Bachelor of Commerce – Actuarial Studies with Bachelor of Science
95.70 4 years full-time
Bachelor of Engineering with Bachelor of Science 76.55 5 year full-time

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What You Will Study

You must complete a program of study (major) in one of the following:

  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Mathematics Advanced

Your program of study may include units from the subject areas listed below:

  • advanced mathematics
  • computer science
  • electronic systems
  • philosophy (logic)
  • physics
  • statistics

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Recommended Prior Knowledge

HSC Mathematics (Band 4) or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E2) or Mathematics Extension 2 or their equivalents are subject prerequisites for mathematics units. Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E3) or Mathematics Extension 2 or their equivalents are recommended studies. Other units taken as part of a degree may require assumed knowledge, prerequisites or recommended studies and students should refer to the Macquarie University Handbook of Undergraduate Studies for full degree requirements.

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Career Options

  • financial analysis
  • mathematics teaching
  • computer analysis
  • university lecturing and research
  • engineering
  • statistics analysis
  • data analysis

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Some Major Employers

  • utilities such as Telstra, AGL and electricity companies
  • banks
  • life insurance companies
  • defence industry, DSTO
  • CSIRO
  • treasury
  • education
  • social security

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Further information

Department Administrator
Department of Mathematics
Macquarie University, NSW 2109
Telephone:  (02) 9850 8947
Fax: (02) 9850 8114
Email: mathematics@maths.mq.edu.au
Web: www.maths.mq.edu.au

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