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Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science |
Abbreviation: | BMath-BCompSc |
UOW Course Code: | 769 |
CRICOS Code: | 016108A |
Total Credit Points: | 216 |
Duration: | 4-4.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus (Face-to-face) |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong / 751701 |
Additional Information: |
Overview
Double degrees aim to broaden a student's knowledge and skill base and improve career options in competitive, increasingly interactive fields. The programs are designed to enhance a student's educational, academic and professional qualifications whilst minimising the costs of their studies.
The Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science double degree offers an opportunity to combine the power of mathematics with knowledge bases in other disciplines. Pure Maths, Mathematical Analysis, Applied Statistics, and Industrial Maths are some of the programs that can be combined with Computer Science.
More information regarding double degree course requirements can be found in UOW's Policy Guidelines. Students must seek advice and approval from both Faculties before enrolment.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
A number of the course learning outcomes in each of these degrees complement and consolidate outcomes in the partner degree. Applied across two discipline areas, the outcomes are achieved at a broader and more comprehensive level. The outcomes which are common and consolidated in this joint degree ensure that on successful completion of the course students will be able to:
- Demonstrate sound disciplinary knowledge;
- Investigate and solve problems using discipline specific approaches;
- Work as part of a team; and
- Apply professional, social and ethical approaches in learning and decision making.
Please refer to the Undergraduate Course Handbook page of each individual degree for a comprehensive list of degree course learning outcomes.
Course Structure
To qualify for the double degree of Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science, a candidate must satisfactorily complete at least 216 credit points from the Computer Science Schedule, the Mathematics Schedule and the General Schedule, and, in so doing, satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Mathematics and the Bachelor of Computer Science respectively, as specified in the Course Handbook.
Candidates must maintain a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65 at the end of each year, otherwise they must show cause as to why they should be permitted to remain registered for the two courses.
Candidates who, at the end of any year of registration, have satisfied the minimum rate of progress requirements under General Course Rules, but who do not have a WAM of at least 65 and who have not given adequate reason as to why they should be permitted to continue with registration for the joint course, will be required to transfer into either a Bachelor of Mathematics or a Bachelor of Computer Science.
The following program of study is recommended to satisfy the requirements in minimum time.
Students who enrol in the Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science, must complete a minimum of 216 credit points including:
- Mathematics component to the total value of 90 credit points consisting of 54 credit points of core subjects and 36 credit points of 300 level mathematics subjects
- Computer Science component to the value of 102 credit points consisting of 78 credit points of core subjects and 24 credit points of 300 level computer science subjects
| Subject Code | subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| CSCI103 | Algorithms and Problem Solving | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| CSCI114 | Procedural Programming | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| CSCI124 | Applied Programming | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| MATH187 | Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH188 | Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus | 6 | Spring |
| MATH111 | Applied Mathematical Modelling 1# | 6 | Spring |
| MATH121 | Discrete Mathematics | 6 | Spring |
| STAT131 | Understanding Variation and Uncertainty | 6 | Autumn |
| # Not compulsory and can be replaced by another 100 level subject from the General Schedule. | |||
| Year 2 | |||
| CSCI120 | Professional Computing | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| CSCI203 | Algorithms and Data Structures | 6 | Spring |
| CSCI204 | Object and Generic Programming in C++ | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| CSCI212 | Interacting Systems | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH201 | Multivariate and Vector Calculus | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH202 | Differential Equations 2 | 6 | Spring |
| Plus TWO subjects from the following: | |||
| MATH111 | Applied Mathematical Modelling 1 | 6 | Spring |
| MATH212 | Applied Mathematical Modelling 2 | 6 | Spring |
| MATH222 | Continuous Mathematics | 6 | Autumn |
| STAT231 | Probability and Random Variables | 6 | Autumn |
| STAT232 | Estimation and Hypothesis Testing | 6 | Spring |
| Year 3 | |||
| MATH203 | Linear Algebra | 6 | Autumn |
| CSCI235 | Database Systems | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH204 | Complex Variables and Group Theory | 6 | Spring |
| CSCI222 | Systems Development | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| Plus any 12 credit points of 300-level Mathematics subjects. | |||
| Plus any 12 credit points 300-level Computer Science subjects. | |||
| Year 4 | |||
| CSCI321 | Project | 12 | Annual |
| Plus 24 credit points of 300-level Mathematics subjects. | |||
| Plus 12 credit points of 300- level Computer Science subjects. | |||
| Remaining subjects may be selected from the Mathematics, Computer Science or General Schedules. | |||
Majors
Please refer to the entries for the Bachelor of Mathematics and the Bachelor of Computer Science.
Honours
Candidates may apply to register to do either the Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) or the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours), or to do both sequentially, after the satisfactory completion of the double degree program.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Professional Recognition/Accreditation
The Bachelor of Computer Science is being accredited by the Australian Computer Society to possible meet the requirements for membership at a “Professional level”.
The Bachelor of Mathematics is accredited by the Australian Mathematical Society.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au