Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Honours)

Turn high-achieving into a higher degree

An honours degree is a one-year program that builds upon undergraduate study by introducing the challenge of an extended research project.

There are many reasons we encourage graduates to apply for an honours year. You might want to build the necessary foundations for postgraduate research. You could be seeking mathematical-based solutions to problems in industry, commerce, science, entertainment, or the public sector. Perhaps you’re pursuing advanced communication and research skills to gain a competitive edge in the job market.

Our researchers work at the cutting edge of science and technology and our mathematics programs are ranked in the top 150 in the world*. Our prerequisite for honours study is at least a credit standard GPA.

What will you do?

  • Attend regular classes for advanced coursework.
  • Conduct a major research project in your chosen specialisation.
  • Partner with a mentor who’ll support and encourage your progress.

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019

Entry Requirements

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Admissions information

SATAC Code 3BH014
Deferment Yes - 2 year
Intake

February and July

Additional Entry Requirements

An Honours Nomination Form must be submitted at the following website: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/study/honours. Further information on Honours in the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology can also be found at this site: https://set.adelaide.edu.au/study/honours

Selection Criteria
Higher Education Study

A completed Bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0. Applicants are required to have completed a major or equivalent specialisation in one or more of the following disciplines: * Applied Mathematics, * Pure Mathematics, * Statistics, * or other mathematically intensive disciplines.

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Fees and Scholarships

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Indicative annual tuition fees
Commonwealth-supported place: $4,625

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Scholarships

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Careers

Career Readiness

Graduates are highly regarded by employers and opportunities exist in a wide range of occupations in business, industry, commerce, government, public service and teaching and research organisations.

Recent graduates have been employed by organisations such as the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO), United Water, Santos, the Bureau of Meteorology and the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Additionally, graduates find work in consulting engineering firms, the pharmaceutical industry, the telecommunications industry, biomedical research industries and institutes, banks and insurance companies, state and federal government agencies, and research and academic organisations all over the world.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Potential careers

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

Actuary;  Business Data Analyst;  Commodities or Futures Trader;  Computational Engineer;  Computer Programmer;  Data Analyst;  Economic Researcher;  Financial Analyst;  Meteorologist;  Statistician ...

Degree Structure

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

This honours degree consists of one year of full-time study including a research component in a specialised area of pure mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics.

Areas of Specialisation

The honours degree allows specialisations in pure mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics.

Assessment

Assessment can vary from course to course and can include a combination of class work, tutorials, assignments, laboratory work, quizzes, project work and exams.

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Last updated: Thursday, 26 Sep 2024