Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science

University of Wollongong

About

Double degrees aim to broaden a student's knowledge and skill base and improve career options in competitive, increasingly interactive fields.

The programs are designed to enhance a student's educational, academic and professional qualifications whilst minimising the costs of their studies.The Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science double degree offers an opportunity to combine the power of mathematics with knowledge bases in other disciplines.

Pure Mathematics, Mathematical Analysis, Applied Statistics, and Industrial Mathematics are some of the programs that can be combined with Computer Science.

Structure

To qualify for the double degree of Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science, a candidate must satisfactorily complete at least 216 credit points and satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Mathematics and the Bachelor of Computer Science respectively, as specified in the Course Handbook.

To remain enrolled in the Bachelor of Mathematics-Bachelor of Computer Science a WAM of at least 65 must be achieved at the end of each calendar year. Students who have not achieved a WAM of at least 65 will be required to meet with the Academic Program Director, and may be required to transfer out of the double degree into either the Bachelor of Mathematics or the Bachelor of Computer Science.

Students who enrol in the Bachelor of Mathematics - Bachelor of Computer Science, must complete a minimum of 216 credit points including:

  1. Mathematics component to a total value of 102 credit points, consisting of

1.1 60 credit points of core subjects (excluding CSIT110)\ 1.2 One of MATH212, MATH222, STAT201 1.3 6 credit points from the Mathematics Schedule in addition to the above requirements, and 1.4 30 credit points of 300- and/or 400-level subjects (additional to MATH301) from the Mathematics Schedule.

2. Computer Science component to the value of 114 credit points consisting of 90 credit points of core subjects and 24 credit points of 300- level computer science subjects. (Students are not required to complete MATH221 from the Bachelor of Computer Science core.)

The following program of study is recommended to satisfy the requirements in minimum time:

Year 1

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
CSIT113 Problem Solving 6 Autumn
CSIT114 System Analysis 6 Autumn
MATH100 Introduction to Mathematics 6 Autumn
MATH187 Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus 6 Autumn
CSIT111 Programming Fundamentals 6 Autumn, Spring
CSIT115 Data Management and Security 6 Autumn, Spring
MATH188 Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus 6 Spring
STAT101 Introduction to Statistics 6 Spring

Year 2

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
CSIT121 Object Oriented Design and Programming 6 Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021
CSIT214 IT Project Management 6 Autumn, Spring
MATH201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus 6 Autumn
MATH202 Differential Equations: Analysis and Applications 6 Autumn
CSIT127 Networks and Communications 6 Spring
CSIT128 Introduction to Web Technology 6 Spring
MATH123 Discrete Mathematics and Difference Equations 6 Spring

Plus ONE subject from the following three:

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
MATH212 Mathematical Modelling 6 Spring
MATH222 Real Analysis 6 Autumn
STAT201 Random Variables and Estimation 6 Autumn

Year 3

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
CSCI235 Database Systems 6 Autumn, Spring
CSCI251 Advanced Programming 6 Autumn, Spring
MATH300 Complex Analysis 6 Autumn
CSCI203 Algorithms and Data Structures 6 Spring
CSIT226 Human Computer Interaction 6 Spring
MATH203 Linear Algebra and Groups 6 Spring
MATH205 Numerical Methods 6 Spring

Plus 6 credit points of 300- and/or 400-level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule.

Year 4

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
CSIT314 Software Development Methodologies 6 Autumn
CSIT321 Project 12 Annual, Spring 2020/Autumn 2021

Plus 18 credit points of 300- and/or 400-level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule.

Plus 12 credit points of 300-level Computer Science subjects.

Year 5 (1 session only)

Any 12 credit points of 300- and/or 400-level subjects from the Mathematics Schedule.

Plus 12 credit points of 300-level Computer Science subjects.

Majors

Entry requirements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder. Students must seek advice and approval from both Faculties before enrolment.

Learning outcomes

A number of the course learning outcomes in each of these degrees complement and consolidate outcomes in the partner degree. Applied across two discipline areas, the outcomes are achieved at a broader and more comprehensive level. The outcomes which are common and consolidated in this joint degree ensure that on successful completion of the course students will be able to:

CLO Description 1 Demonstrate sound disciplinary knowledge. 2 Investigate and solve problems using discipline specific approaches. 3 Work as part of a team. 4 Apply professional, social and ethical approaches in learning and decision making.

Please refer to the Bachelor of Mathematics or Bachelor of Computer Science undergraduate course handbook page of each individual degree for a comprehensive list of degree course learning outcomes.

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