Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar)

It is widely recognised that mathematical and statistical modelling and analysis are the key to future breakthroughs in areas including the understanding of biological systems, the treatment of diseases, drug development, and targeted clinical trials.

This is because mathematics and statistics enable us to design meaningful yet streamlined experiments;

find structure in data;

and construct models that help to predict, and therefore control, future outcomes.The Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) provides the tools and develops the skills required for advanced modelling and analysis in the medical and health sector.

Students gain the skills needed to pursue careers in mathematics, statistics, medical research and industry, in areas such as genetics, epidemiology, medical imaging, drug delivery, neurophysiology, and pharmacokinetics.Dean's Scholars degrees are highly recognisable, giving students the edge in competitive employment.

The degree offers a challenging and enriched educational experience for high-achieving students who want to perform above the level normally expected.

Students are also encouraged to continue their studies through the completion of Honours and research programs.Students in this course receive special privileges as they study such as accelerated learning, where appropriate, and academic mentoring.

Dean’s Scholars are also encouraged to contribute to the scholarly life of the Faculty through events in the Faculty's postgraduate program.Places are limited each year.

Current students who have achieved a weighted average mark (WAM) of 80 at the end of one year of full-time study in a relevant degree may apply to transfer to the Dean’s Scholar degree.Continuation in the Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) degrees will normally be dependent on the student achieving a WAM of at least 80 in each year of study.

Students who do not meet the required average will be transferred to the Bachelor of Medical Mathematics degree.Please note that the Dean's Scholar Program is not offered for double degrees and is not a scholarship.

Students who enrol in Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) shall satisfactorily complete 144 credit points of prescribed subjects as listed in the table below:

Year 1

Autumn

Students must choose ONE of the following two subjects:

Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) must select CHEM101. All other students must enrol in CHEM104.

Spring

Students must choose ONE of the following two subjects:

Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) must select CHEM102. All other students must enrol in CHEM105.

Year 2

Autumn

Spring

Year 3

Autumn

Spring

Students must choose ONE of the following two subjects:

Accelerated Program

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

CLO Description 1 Demonstrate a coherent core understanding of the fundamentals of both the mathematical and statistical disciplines. 2 Exhibit depth and breadth of knowledge in the discipline areas of mathematics and statistics. 3 Integrate knowledge derived from the medical, biological, physical and behavioural sciences. 4 Investigate, solve and critically interpret practical and/or abstract problems using mathematical and/or statistical methods, including appropriate software tools. 5 Appropriately communicate mathematical and/or statistical reasoning and conclusions to different audiences, using various delivery modes. 6 Apply professional, social and ethical approaches in learning to extend existing knowledge and to work effectively and responsibly as an individual or a team member. 7 Plan and compose a research-based project or piece of scholarship that demonstrates understanding and critical analysis in medical mathematics.