Bachelor of Science (Mathematics) (Honours)

The Bachelor of Science (Mathematics) (Honours) is designed to further develop the analytic and modelling skills that you will have acquired in your undergraduate mathematics degree.

The program is intended to provide specialisation in Mathematics;

this will prepare you for postgraduate research and employment in research establishments, government bodies, industry or commerce where some elements of research, mathematical maturity and advanced study is required.

There is a continuing commitment to the use of modern mathematical software in this program.

You shall also undertake research methods, and complete a research thesis, as part of your program.

This applies especially to these courses:

MATH2183 and MATH2184.

For more details about these courses, please refer to the Program Structure in this guide.This program is delivered on campus;

some courses may be available online.MATH2183 (Honours Mathematics Project 1) and MATH2184 (Honours Mathematics Project 2) will serve as a capstone experience - a culmination of prior knowledge, skills and their application acquired during the program of study.

Year One

Complete the following Eight (8) courses:

You should have completed an undergraduate degree in Mathematics or a related field with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5 out 4.

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is a measure of your average results across all courses and is explained at https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/results/grade-point-average--gpa-

English Language Requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Gaining Credit and Exemptions

RMIT University offers Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning to recognise the skills you may have gained through formal and informal education and training, work experience and/or life experience including volunteer work, committee responsibilities, family duties and hobbies.

At the completion of the program you will possess a sound knowledge of basic and some advanced mathematical theory. You will have a range of skills and abilities to operate effectively in professional settings that involve mathematical expertise. You will also have the ability to select and apply mathematical theories and techniques to a wide range of problems. We have consulted industry representatives and past graduates to ensure that the capabilities developed in the program are relevant to current industry needs.

Mathematics in context Ability to appreciate the complex, diverse and evolving social, political and cultural dimensions of practicing as a mathematics professional in organisational and community settings. Problem Solving Ability to apply knowledge and skill to characterise, analyse and solve a wide range of problems. Teamwork and Project Management Ability to contribute to professional work settings through effective participation in teams and organisation of project tasks. Communication Ability to communicate both technical and non-technical material in a range of forms (written, electronic, graphic, oral) and to tailor the style and means of communication to different audiences. Ethics Ability to appreciate the ethical considerations that inform judgements and decisions in academic and professional settings. Information Literacy Ability to locate and use data and information and evaluate its quality with respect to its authority and relevance.