MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
The discipline of Mathematics and Statistics is contained in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences.
A variety of postgraduate courses are available for students wishing to pursue a higher degree in Mathematics and Statistics. These include:
- Graduate Diploma of Science
- Master of Applied Science
- Master of Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF SCIENCE
The Graduate Diploma of Science in Mathematics and Statistics provides specialist training in the principles of modern mathematics and statistics.
Admission to the program requires a degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline (usually in the mathematical, biological, chemical, environmental or health sciences) and typically at least two years of professional experience. The minimum mathematical prerequisite is at least two semesters of mathematics at university level. Normally, one year of full-time study, or two years of part-time study will be required to complete the course. Programs of study are subject to the approval of the Head of School.
The course comprises 24 units of coursework which will normally be chosen in Mathematics at graduate and upper undergraduate level. The course may also include up to 6 units in a related discipline.
Subject to the approval of the Head of the School, students enrolled in the course may be permitted to transfer to the Master of Applied Science degree on completion of one semester of the course with good grades.
MASTER OF APPLIED SCIENCE
The Master of Applied Science in Mathematics and Statistics provides specialist training in the principles of modern mathematics and statistics, together with a project in an area of current research.
Admission to the course requires a degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline (usually in the mathematical, biological, chemical, environmental or health sciences) and typically at least two years of professional experience. The minimum mathematical prerequisite is at least two semesters at mathematics at university level. Normally, 18 months of full-time study, or three years of part-time study will be required to complete the course. Programs of study are subject to the approval of the Head of the School.
The course comprises 36 units of coursework which will normally be chosen in Mathematics at graduate and upper undergraduate level. Typically, the project will count for a total of 12-15 units. The course may also include up to 6 units in a related discipline.
MASTER OF SCIENCE AND DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The Master of Science and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees consist of directed study and a research project. They both provide research training in modern mathematics and statistics.
Admission to the course requires a degree or equivalent in mathematics or a closely related discipline. A minimum of one academic year of full-time study for a Master’s degree and three years for a doctorate are required to complete the course. Programs of study are subject to the approval of the Head of the School.