Bachelor of Science with the Diploma of Education with a major in Mathematics
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Overview
Become a maths, geography or science high school teacher, or teach in primary schools.
In this degree you'll study education subjects at the same time as you study a science discipline of your choice.
You'll have the opportunity to specialise in primary or secondary education and work in a school in your final year.
From ancient times, mathematics has underpinned developments in science and technology. Mathematics is pure thought, independent of the external world, yet it looks to the world for its inspiration.
Today and into the future, mathematics has a dynamic application in many areas of science and finance such as computing, biology, communications and environmental science.
You will gain a unique training in abstract reasoning and problem-solving that is highly sought after by a wide range of employers.
Key features
- Flexible program: tailor your studies to your interests.
- Balanced program of pure and applied mathematics taught by internationally recognised research mathematicians.
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Those interested in mathematics principally, or in any related fields of science, engineering and technology.
HECS Course fee
AUD $4,520 p.a.
Student amenities fee
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Entry requirements
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 92 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 56 |
| Minimum number of credit points designated as Science units | 42 |
| Completion of a qualifying major for the Bachelor of Science | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | either | MATH132 | Mathematics IA (Advanced) | ||
| or | MATH135 | Mathematics IA | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH133 | Mathematics IB (Advanced) | ||
| or | MATH136 | Mathematics IB | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | MATH235 | Mathematics IIA | 3 | ||
| Required | either | MATH232 | Mathematical Techniques | ||
| or | MATH236 | Mathematics IIB | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Capstone | either | MATH336 | C | Partial Differential Equations | |
| or | MATH337 | C | Algebra IIIA | 3 | |
| Required | 9cp from | MATH units at 300 level | 9 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- data analysis
- engineering
- financial analysis
- IT and computing
- mathematical modelling
- mathematics teaching (with the Diploma of Education)
- research and development
- statistical analysis
- university lecturing and research
Employers
- banks
- CSIRO
- defence industry, DSTO
- education
- life insurance companies
- social security
- treasury
- utilities such as Telstra, AGL and electricity companies
Profiles
Our Expertise
Professor Paul Smith
Head of Department, Mathematics
Paul Smith is the Head of the Mathematics Department at Macquarie University. He completed his PhD at Cambridge University, following undergraduate studies in Adelaide. He was appointed to the Chair of Mathematics at Macquarie University in 2002. His previous position was Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Dundee, Scotland, where he spent some twenty years building an international reputation in modern applied mathematics. He is interested in understanding phenomena in waves and non-linear dynamical systems by a synthesis of novel mathematical analysis, modelling and computation. Such theoretical studies have practical outcomes: he led the team which developed a device for imaging and detecting anti-personnel landmines (it was sucessfully deployed in Bosnia and elsewhere), and he holds patents for other similar devices. He regularly consults for government and industry in UK, USA and Australia.
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