Mathematics

Choose a major in Mathematics

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Mathematics is an essential life skill. Not only is it widely used in science, engineering and technology, it is also used in professions like finance, economics, insurance and medicine. The Mathematics major provides a firm foundation in the basic principles and techniques of modern mathematics, and an understanding of how mathematics is applied in the social and natural sciences.

Why study Mathematics?

Mathematics underpins every branch of science
Find ways to apply mathematics to computer science, IT, engineering, defence, finance, sports and more
Apply your mathematics knowledge to a range of careers
Take a mathematical approach to problem solving and reasoning

What you will study

Mathematic and numerical analysis
Linear algebra and differential equations
Partial differential equations
Statistics and probability
Calculus

Add Mathematics to your degree

Bachelor of Arts, Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Bachelor of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Arts, Master of Teaching (Primary R-7)

Bachelor of Education (Primary R-7), Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Bachelor of Special Education

Bachelor of Arts, Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Bachelor of Arts

How many topics will you study?

A major in Mathematics consists of:

13.5 units of Year 1 topics
18 units of Year 2 topics
18 units of Year 3 topics.

Your career

Mathematics is a valuable tool in many areas of life; it is widely used in science, engineering and technology in estimating, modelling and forecasting.

Potential occupations include: