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Mathematics - 8718

Program Summary

   
   
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Typical Duration: 1 Years
 
 
Typical UOC Per Semester: 24
 
 
Min UOC Per Semester: 3
 
 
Max UOC Per Semester: 27
 
 
Min UOC For Award: 48
 
 
Award(s):
 
 
Master of Science And Technology
 
  

Program Description

The Master of Science and Technology in Mathematics degree program is intended for suitably-qualified graduates in Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Statistics, but others may be admitted after completing a qualifying program. It may be completed in one year of full-time or two years of part-time study, and may be taken as a preliminary step towards enrolment in the PhD program in Mathematics. The program also provides advanced training for persons specialising in the teaching of Mathematics in tertiary institutions. In addition appropriate course choices may provide training for those employed or seeking employment in the area of Industrial Mathematics.

Note:

Entry Requirements
To gain entry to this program, students must have:
1. completed a Mathematics or Statistics degree in a Science and/or Mathematics program, or a degree in a related area;
2. sufficient mathematical/statistical background, and an average above 65% in the relevant level III courses; and
3. shown some evidence of the ability to undertake independent study.

A formal application must be made by applying
through this online link.

Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Please contact the School of Mathematics for information.

Program Structure

The program consists of six lecture courses worth 6 UoC each, and a supervised project worth 12 UoC. The project is compulsory, and students are typically enrolled in it in two consecutive semesters. The total number of UoC required for the program is 48. Part-time students are expected to complete the project in two consecutive semesters.

The project will be supervised by an academic staff member of the School in an area agreed to by the student and supervisor. The project could include a literature survey and a critical analysis of the topic area; or could be a small research project.

There are no compulsory courses, other than the project. Students may choose from a wide variety of courses within the School of Mathematics and Statistics, or elsewhere within the University. The courses to be offered in each year are described on the School of Mathematics and Statistics web site.

Academic Rules

Please refer to the Program Structure above and contact the School office for more information.

Fees

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html


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