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  • Offerings in 2024: Registration for Winter 2024 intake is now open and will close on Friday 9 August 2024. The online course materials is available upon registration. Optional in-person tutorial classes from Wednesday 14 August – Friday 28 August. Live online tutorial option may be available, depending on need and demand. More information will be posted on the Open Learning website closer the commencement of the tutorial class. It is recommended that students aim to complete as much of the online material as they can before the tutorial classes start. The timetable can be found here.

    The Mathematics Bridging Course aims to teach relevant topics of the HSC Mathematics Extension 1 subject, including:

    • Revision of algebra
    • Functions
    • Trigonometric identities and inverse trigonometric functions
    • Calculus
    • Induction
    • Combinatorics and Binomial Theorem
    • Further calculus, including integration leading to inverse trigonometric functions
    • Newton’s method
    • Application of calculus to the physical world

    Your performance in the Mathematics Bridging Course exam may mean you are properly prepared for entry directly into MATH1131: Mathematics 1A which is a compulsory course in all engineering, mathematics and many science-based degrees at UNSW.

    The Mathematics Bridging Course will run before Term 1 (February), Term 2 (May) and Term 3 (September) each year (approximately 1 month prior to the start of Term). For further information on enrolment please go to this website.

  • Would increasing your knowledge of maths help you to get the most out of your uni course? Do you want to excel at university but don’t have the necessary HSC maths background?

    This program will be delivered in partnership with UNSW Sydney and covers the contents of the HSC 2 unit Mathematics course. It is suitable for students who want to improve their knowledge in mathematics or are having difficulty with mathematics in their first year of their chosen university course.

    Topics covered include Basic Algebra, Equations, Functions and Trigonometry, Log Functions and Limit, Rules for Differentiation, and Integration.

    For more information email Vaughn Keena, phone 131 601 or refer to TAFE NSW website - see link below. The next offering will commence on 1st November and finish on 9th December. Enrolment will open from 1st October.

    Enrolment via TAFE NSW website.

    Course Code 800-000548A 

  • Join UNSW Science for the 2024 RIL x WIL Showcase, a celebration of the remarkable achievements of Research Integrated Learning (RIL) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) students at UNSW Science over the past year. This event highlights the diverse and innovative projects undertaken by our students, showcasing the incredible opportunities UNSW Science provides for research and industry experience.

     

    The showcase will feature 12 student finalists who will deliver 3-minute presentations on their groundbreaking work, followed by a poster competition where attendees can delve deeper into more student experiences. The event includes a networking component over dinner, offering guests the opportunity to connect with UNSW Science staff, industry partners, and fellow attendees about RIL and WIL opportunities.

     

    Details: 

    • Time: 5:30pm - 8pm 
    • Date: Wednesday 2 October 2024 
    • Dinner and lucky door prizes included 

     

    We will look forward to seeing you at the event for a celebratory night of networking and learning about RIL and WIL experiences.

  • The Science Teaching and Quality Committee (STAQC) is responsible for the detailed examination of academic quality, academic Programs and Courses, operational decisions around teaching, and makes approvals, endorsements and/or recommendations on academic offerings which are reported to Faculty Board.
    STAQC is currently seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a Student Representative member to join the Committee. This student will provide valuable insight into discussions which shape the educational experience for all students within Faculty of Science Programs and Courses.

    All Students in a Science UG program or PG Coursework program are eligible to apply, and application will close on 7 July 2024.

    For more information on the role and how to apply, please refer to here.