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Bachelor of Mathematics

Testamur Title of Degree:

Bachelor of Mathematics

Abbreviation:

BMath

UOW Course Code:

762

CRICOS Code:

002936B

Total Credit Points:

144

Duration:

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences

Intake Session(s):

Autumn/Spring

Delivery Mode:

On-campus (Face-to-face)

Delivery Campus / UAC Code:

Wollongong / 756511

Additional Information:

Course Finder

Overview

Mathematics is the basis for successful decision making and problem solving independent of sector or industry. Mathematical and statistical models help us analyse and forecast results in economics, finance, medicine and industrial processes. This analysis helps governments and businesses understand the factors behind important decisions.

Graduates of UOW's Bachelor of Mathematics will gain highly transferable skills in problem solving, data analysis, probability and variability, mathematical modelling, logistics and logic. The degree is flexible, so you can take up to one third of your subjects from other disciplines to expand your career options.

Applied Statistics uses mathematical concepts and methods to develop scientific experiments, sample surveys, medical clinical trials and environmental studies. It uses mathematical models of variation to enable analysis and forecasting in many industries.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mathematics will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a coherent core understanding of the fundamentals of both the mathematical and statistical disciplines.
  2. Exhibit depth and breadth of knowledge in one or more of the discipline areas of pure mathematics, applied mathematics and/or statistics.
  3. Investigate and solve problems using mathematical and/or statistical methods including software tools to solve practical and abstract problems and then interpret results critically.
  4. Appropriately interpret and present information to different audiences, using various delivery modes, communicated in mathematical and/or statistical form giving reasoning and conclusions.
  5. Apply professional, social and ethical approaches in learning to extend existing knowledge and work effectively and responsibly as an individual or in a team context.

 

Course Structure

The following requirements for the Bachelor of Mathematics degree are to be read in conjunction with the General Course Rules. Students who enrol in the Bachelor of Mathematics must satisfactorily complete at least 144 credit points which must include:

  1. core subjects (42cp) listed in the Core Subjects table below;
  2. at least one subject in each of the three strands Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Statistics listed in the Strand Subjects table below, including at least one 200 level subject from one strand (total of at least 18cp);
  3. no more than 60 credit points at the 100-level; and
  4. 300- and/or 400- level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule with a value of at least:
    1. 36 credit points, or
    2. 24 credit points if combined with a major study in Computer Science, or
    3. 30 credit points if combined with any other major study;
  5. at least one major as outlined in the Majors Subjects table below; and
  6. elective subjects from either or the Mathematics Schedule or the General Schedule, up to the degree total of 144. 

 

Core Subjects

 

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
100-Level
MATH187 Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus 6 Autumn
CSCI114 Procedural Programming 6 Autumn, Spring
MATH188 Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus 6 Spring
200-Level
MATH201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus 6 Autumn
MATH202 Differential Equations 2 6 Spring
MATH203 Linear Algebra 6 Autumn
MATH204 Complex Variables and Group Theory 6 Spring

Strand Subjects

 

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
Applied Mathematics
Students must complete at least one of the following two subjects:
MATH111 Applied Mathematical Modelling 1 6 Spring
MATH212 Applied Mathematical Modelling 2* 6 Spring
Pure Mathematics
Students must complete at least one of the following two subjects:
MATH121 Discrete Mathematics 6 Spring
MATH222 Continuous Mathematics* 6 Autumn
Statistics
Students must complete at least one of the following two subjects:
STAT131 Understanding Variation and Uncertainty 6 Autumn
STAT231 Probability and Random Variables* 6 Autumn
* As part of the strand subject requirement, students must complete at least one of the three 200 level subjects.

It is highly recommended that students in Year 1 attempt all three 100 level subjects above, then select the 200 level subject from their preferred area for Year 2.

Majors

Candidates may complete a major in:

All candidates are expected to consult with the course or discipline advisers before committing themselves completely to any particular pattern, whether outlined below or not.

Mathematics

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
Six 300- or 400-level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule* 36

* Chosen in consultation with program coordinator.

Applied Statistics

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
STAT232 Estimation and Hypothesis Testing 6 Spring
STAT304 Applied Probability and Financial Risk 6 Autumn
STAT332 Linear and Generalised Linear Models 6 Spring
STAT333 Statistical Inference 6 Spring
STAT335 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design 6 Autumn
Plus TWO 300- or 400- level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule

Mathematics and Statistics

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
STAT232 Estimation and Hypothesis Testing 6 Spring
STAT304 Applied Probability and Financial Risk 6 Autumn
STAT332 Linear and Generalised Linear Models 6 Spring
STAT333 Statistical Inference 6 Spring
STAT335 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design 6 Autumn
Plus FOUR 300- or 400- level MATH or INFO subjects from the Mathematics Schedule 24

Mathematics and Statistics, and another discipline

Candidates wishing to major in Mathematics and/or Applied Statistics and another discipline are advised to first consult with the Degree Coordinator for verification of their intended program.

Double majors in Mathematics/Statistics and Computer Science and various Commerce disciplines are defined below.

Double Majors with Computer Science

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
Four 300- or 400- level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule or four 300- or 400- level STAT subjects from the Mathematics Schedule 24
Plus the following subjects:
CSCI103 Algorithms and Problem Solving 6 Autumn, Spring
CSCI114 Procedural Programming 6 Autumn, Spring
CSCI124 Applied Programming 6 Autumn, Spring
CSCI204 Object and Generic Programming in C++ 6 Autumn, Spring
Plus FOUR 300-level CSCI subjects 24
To ensure a wider range of options at 300-level, students are advised to undertake at least one additional CSCI subject at 200-level.

Double Majors in Business

To graduate with a second major major from the Bachelor of Commerce, students are required to satisfactory complete 30 credit points of 300- or 400- level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule (as the major in Mathematics or Applied Statistics) and satisfactory complete a major study in AccountancyEconomics, Finance, Management or Marketing as outlined in the Bachelor of Commerce entry. Note, however, that students are not required to complete the core subjects as listed in the Bachelor of Commerce, except where those subjects are prerequisites to subjects in the major.

All students must satisfy subject prerequisites except where waivers have been granted. Alternatively candidates may wish to consider enrolling in the Bachelor of Mathematics and Finance (Honours).

Mathematics Schedule of Subjects

 

Subject Code subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
100-Level
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
CSCI114 Procedural Programming 6 Autumn, Spring
STAT131 Understanding Variation and Uncertainty 6 Autumn
200-Level
MATH201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus 6 Autumn
MATH202 Differential Equations 2 6 Spring
MATH203 Linear Algebra 6 Autumn
MATH204 Complex Variables and Group Theory 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
300-Level
MATH302 Differential Equations 3 6 Autumn
MATH305 Partial Differential Equations 6 Spring
MATH312 Applied Mathematical Modelling 3 6 Not offered in 2015
MATH313 Industrial Mathematical Modelling 6 Spring
MATH317 Financial Calculus 6 Autumn
MATH318 Operations Research 6 Autumn
MATH321 Numerical Analysis 6 Spring
MATH322 Algebra 6 Not offered in 2015
MATH323 Topology and Chaos 6 Not offered in 2015
MATH324 Calculus of Variations and Geometry 6 Spring
MATH325 Wavelets 6 Autumn
MATH329 Medical Mathematics and Applications 6 Autumn
MATH371 Special Topics in Industrial and Applied Mathematics 3 6 Not offered in 2015
MATH372 Special Topics in Mathematical Analysis 3 6 Autumn, Spring
STAT304 Applied Probability and Financial Risk 6 Autumn
STAT332 Linear and Generalised Linear Models 6 Spring
STAT333 Statistical Inference 6 Spring
STAT335 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design 6 Autumn
STAT373 Special Topics in Probability and Statistics 3 6 Spring
STAT374 Special Topics in Applied Statistics 3 6 Autumn, Spring
400-Level
INFO411 Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery 6 Autumn
INFO412 Mathematics for Cryptography 6 Autumn

Honours

A fourth year of study, Honours, is available to students who have achieved a Credit average or better in the Bachelor of Mathematics. It is a more challenging program that includes a research project. Students who wish to enter the Honours program should obtain the approval of the Honours Coordinator at the end of their third year.

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 Mathematics is accredited by the Australian Mathematical Society.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 28 November, 2014