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Graduate Qualities

The University of Wollongong is committed to developing graduates with qualities that will equip them for roles in society and the workplace. Refer to the full Graduate Qualities inventory at

http://www.uow.edu.au/about/teaching/qualities/

The School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics interprets these qualities as follows:

Informed –

a) Have sound technical knowledge in mathematics at a level to enable informed contribution in the community

b) Understand the applications of mathematics to other fields.

c) Be aware of the breadth of the discipline(s) of mathematics and/or statistics.

Independent Learners –

a) Have skills in accessing, understanding, summarising, extending and generalizing technical information

b) Have the ability to work independently.

c) Be able to demonstrate a facility with technical computer software that enhances their expertise in mathematics.

d) Understand conventions for the referencing, citation and attribution of the work of others.

Problem Solvers –

a) Be capable of applying logical, analytic and creative thinking to a range of problems.

b) Display skills in constructing clear, precise and rigorous mathematical arguments as well as critical thought and analysis in the practice of mathematics.

c) Are able to identify and apply relevant mathematical techniques to a problem; adapting or extending them as necessary.

Effective Communicators –

a) Be able to communicate effectively on mathematical issues at technical and lay level and in both oral and written form.

b) Be able to interpret data and results from mathematical analysis and draw valid conclusions.

c) Have the ability to work collaboratively in teams as professionals.

Responsible–

Be aware of and able to develop arguments about limitations and ethical and privacy issues, in the design, analysis and written reports of mathematical and/or statistical models and studies.