The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) at UNSW is designed for high-achieving students who want to specialise in mathematics as a basis for the growing range of quantitative careers in the finance, environmental modelling and research sectors. The bachelor’s degree is structured around three major areas of mathematics - applied mathematics, pure mathematics and advanced statistics - created to take you on a deep dive into the complex world of mathematics.
How to structure your degree
You can choose to structure your Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) degree program as either a single degree or a double degree.
Single degree structure
When structured as a single degree, Advanced Mathematics (Honours) is made up of 24 courses plus an honours year taken over four years, if studying full-time.
Double degree structure
When structured as a double degree, Advanced Mathematics (Honours) is made up of 16 courses plus an honours year taken simultaneously with courses from your chosen ‘other’ degree.
Students undertaking a double degree do not take general education courses or free electives.
Your honours year
Find out more about how the honours year of your Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) degree works.
Choosing your courses
- You’re required to take one compulsory course within your first year: SCIF1131 Introductory Skills for Science (T1 and T3).
- Select your major from the list of available specialisations/majors in the UNSW Handbook.
- Next, browse for elective courses and general education by area of interest or subject area.
- Use the degree templates to help you map out your bachelor’s degree.
TIP: When using the Handbook or the degree templates, always select the year you commenced studying science at UNSW, and follow those rules throughout your degree.
Following degree requirements
All rules are outlined in the Handbook, and we encourage you to use this in conjunction with the Degree Templates to ensure you are selecting courses that count towards your degree. If you’re approaching the end of your studies, you can request a progression check, and our staff will provide an outline of your remaining degree requirements.
Available majors
Applied Mathematics
Applied mathematics studies the development of mathematics and models. This major is designed to help you apply mathematics for understanding scientific phenomena, for the solution of technical and industrial problems, and for use in the social, economic and management sciences.
Pure Mathematics
Pure mathematics is the study of the essential structures of mathematics, which underpins most of the technological advances of this century. This major provides the insights and understanding required by those using mathematics, leading to mastery of the fundamental processes of mathematical science and the capacity for innovative applications.
Advanced Statistics
Advanced statistics has been designed to ensure that graduates are well trained in three key areas: probability and stochastic processes, statistical inference and modelling, and modern statistical computing methods.
Not sure about your major?
You won’t need to make your major selections until the start of your Stage two courses. This allows you time to gain a clearer understanding of the direction you’d like to focus your advanced mathematics study.