Bachelor of Mathematics / Bachelor of Science

The University of Newcastle

About

The Bachelor of Mathematics/Bachelor of Science combined degree is for those who are interested in understanding the world around us and how it works.

This degree is for those that are inspired to build new knowledge and discover new things.

Without maths, interpreting the real world would not be possible.

Mathematics is the language of science and underpins most technological advances that we rely on every day.

You will learn from leading researchers who will guide you through a tailored program, specifically designed to give you the skills that employers are seeking.

You’ll be able to follow your passions, and our guidance and mentoring give you the confidence to know you’re heading where you want to with your career.

You’ll have authentic opportunities to work with industry and in research whilst you study.

By the time you finish your studies, you will have the practical skills to make a difference in the world and contribute new solutions to the many scientific challenges we face.

Structure

Code Title Term / Location Units
MATH1800 Mathematical Modelling Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units
SCIE1001 Professional Scientific Thinking Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 1 - 2020 (Central Coast) 10 units
SCIE1002 Multidisciplinary Laboratories Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 1 - 2020 (Central Coast) 10 units
MATH2310 Calculus of Science and Engineering Trimester 1 - 2020 (Singapore) Semester 1 - 2020 (BCA Singapore) Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Trimester 2 - 2020 (Singapore) Trimester 3 - 2020 (Singapore) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units
MATH2320 Linear Algebra Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units
SCIE2001 Professional Employment Skills Summer 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 1 - 2020 (Central Coast) 10 units
SCIE2002 Interdisciplinary Challenges Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Central Coast) 10 units
STAT2010 Fundamentals of Statistics Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units
SCIE3001A Transdisciplinary Capstone: Planning and Implementing Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units
SCIE3001B Transdisciplinary Capstone: Implementing and Communicating Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units

Entry requirements

Admission to this program is available to Australian students, residents and international students. Admission information for Australian students and residents is available online here. Admission information for international students can be found here. During the admission process adjustment factors may be applied to your Selection Rank. Please visit our website to see if you are eligible.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

  • You will be a problem solver and an innovator who can identify, draw upon and manage resources to take a scientific project from concept to completion.
  • You will be a critical thinker who has keen insight and a broad perspective of the world to find scientific solutions to complex problems.
  • You will be a practitioner who has the ability to apply your learning and skills to create new understandings of the world and real world issues that lay at the intersection of many traditional and emerging science disciplines.
  • You will be a keen scientific researcher and skilled technician who has the ability to think creatively, to plan, to evaluation, to reflect upon and apply your findings.
  • You will be a person who has the flexibility to work in many different environments, to harness collective knowledge within local and global professional networks, to communicate effectively, to work with people and have an appreciation of others.
  • You will be a professional who can apply your skills and knowledge of science to the highest ethical standards responsibly and honestly.

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