Mathematics
MDDU-MATHS

Mathematics

Undergraduate double degree major

Course outline
  • ATAR

    ATAR

    Minimum ATAR 70
  • Qualification
    Mathematics Double Degree Major (BSc/BCom, BSc/BA)
  • Credit

    Credit

    450
Course outline

Select your preferred degree

This course belongs to multiple degrees. Select the single degree or double degree below to see the application deadlines.

Course outline

Outline

Outline

Curtin has strong links with industry and the business world. As a result of this close interaction, the units offered are designed to develop the practical skills needed to address real-world problems. A work experience program runs from second year onwards, exposing students to real applications of their mathematical studies, and introducing them to potential employers.

This course sits within the double degree combination of Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts, and also the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce. Applicants have the choice of which double degree combination they would like to study.

 Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.

What jobs can the Mathematics course lead to?

Mathematics graduates are sought after by many Federal and State government departments, research organisations, industries and consultancies due to their science training, critical thinking skills and problem solving abilities.

  • Data analyst
  • Information technologist
  • Programmer
  • Project analyst/manager
  • Logistics
  • Scheduler
  • Statistical analyst
  • Industrial engineer
  • Mathematician
  • Statistician
  • Supply chain manager

What you'll learn

  • understand and apply mathematical and statistical principles and concepts in areas such as operations research to solve problems relevant to science, industry, commerce and government
  • apply mathematics and statistical methods to critically analyse problems in science, and mathematics and to think creatively to generate innovative solutions
  • locate, extract and critically appraise relevant evidence and scientific literature in relation to industrial modelling
  • communicate effectively within the context of mathematical science through the written word and by oral presentation
  • use new technologies to effectively gather data and communicate information
  • understand the theoretical framework of mathematical and statistical science and work as a responsible, reflective, self directed and motivated life long learner
  • be aware of the diversity of international perspectives and apply international standards of practice within their profession
  • understand cultural diversity and how it impacts on the discipline of mathematical science
  • display professional behaviour both independently and as a team member through the use of ethical practices

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

Select an option that best suits you:

You’re considered someone with work and life experience if:

You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

How we define ‘experience’
‘Experience’ includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.

Pathways

  • STAT entry

    Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

    STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency. 

ATAR pathway

  • Minimum ATAR 70

    This course has a minimum ATAR of 70

  • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

    Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

    ATAR Mathematics Methods 

  • Desirable WACE subjects

    Desirable WACE subjects

    ATAR Mathematics Specialist 

Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

Find your pathway to Curtin

Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

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You’re considered someone who studied at TAFE or have done an apprenticeship if:

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.

Pathways

  • TAFE entry

    To meet the entry criteria with VET studies you need to have: 

    1. AQF Certificate IV – Separate evidence of English language proficiency is required 

      or 

      AQF Diploma 

      or 

      AQF Advanced Diploma 

    2. Met ATAR Mathematics Methods prerequisite (or equivalent).

  • STAT entry

    Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

    STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency. 

ATAR pathway

  • Minimum ATAR 70

    This course has a minimum ATAR of 70

  • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

    Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

    ATAR Mathematics Methods 

  • Desirable WACE subjects

    Desirable WACE subjects

    ATAR Mathematics Specialist 

Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

Find your pathway to Curtin

Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

Pathway finder tool

You’re considered someone who has recently left university if:

Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

Curtin course switcher criteria

To switch into this course, you need to have:

  1. Met the minimum admission criteria
  2. Met ATAR Mathematics Methods prerequisite (or equivalent).

Prerequisite Information

The ATAR Mathematics Methods prerequisite can be met with one of the following Curtin unit:
MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus
MATH1016 Calculus 1

Higher education course switcher criteria

Our admission criteria for minimum entry apply to those who are switching courses from another higher education course provider.

In addition, you need to have: 

  1. Met ATAR Mathematics Methods prerequisite (or equivalent).

ATAR pathway

  • Minimum ATAR 70

    This course has a minimum ATAR of 70

  • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

    Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

    ATAR Mathematics Methods 

  • Desirable WACE subjects

    Desirable WACE subjects

    ATAR Mathematics Specialist 

Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

Find your pathway to Curtin

Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

Pathway finder tool

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Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.

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Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and charges

Please view the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts degree for indicative fees.

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How to apply

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  • Curtin course code: MDDU-MATHS
  • Last updated on: 10 December 2024

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