310709 v.2 Mathematical Sciences Major (Master of Science)

Introduction

The Master of Science (Mathematical Sciences) offers a range of studies in mathematics extending the student's knowledge and developing their ability to find efficient numerical and analytical solutions to problems. Students completing the major will have been exposed to the methodology involved in the pursuit of independent research.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit

		SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		125.0
		SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		150.0
				275.0
Year 1 Semester 1
311700	v.1	Science Research Methodologies 551	3.0	25.0
				25.0
Year 1 Semester 2
5174	v.5	Mathematics Project 592	3.0	25.0
				25.0
Year 2 Semester 1
309813	v.1	Master Project 503	1.0	25.0
				25.0
Year 2 Semester 2
6842	v.3	Master Project 652	8.0	50.0
				50.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified)			Hrs/Wk	Credit
309803	v.1	Actuarial Statistics 501	4.0	25.0
309811	v.1	Survival Analysis 501	4.0	25.0
309812	v.1	Theory of Interest 502	4.0	25.0
311014	v.1	Statistical Modelling 501	4.0	25.0
4474	v.3	Mathematical Methods 502	3.0	25.0
4478	v.4	Mathematics Topics 501	3.0	25.0
5898	v.3	Numerical Analysis 502	3.0	25.0
5914	v.4	Applied Mathematics Topics 502	3.0	25.0
6116	v.4	Mathematics 501	3.0	25.0
6121	v.5	Advanced Optimisation Techniques 501	3.0	25.0
6122	v.6	Combinatorial Optimisation 502	3.0	25.0

N1		Additional Optional units may be available - consult the Course Coordinator.
N2		Up to 75 credits of preparatory units may be taken in place of electives where required.
N3		Preparatory units are taken when students do not have the required background to complete core or selected optional units within this major. These units should be selected in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
NB		The Mathematical Sciences Major is made up of 125 credits of core units and 150 credits of listed options