Professional Practice

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
MATH 1021
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Course ID
204140
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

How to gain a professional position and keep it: employability skills for mathematicians and scientists in industry or academia. Development of communication skills, personal branding, professional applications, interview skills, teamwork, presentations and reports.

  • Professional Self-Awareness
  • Opportunity Awareness & Graduate Applications
  • Transitioning World Of Work

Course learning outcomes

  • Exemplify effective communication skills at all stages of application for employment
  • Qualify the importance of good communication in a professional environment, as well as differences in communication and personality styles
  • Collaborate effectively in a team to analyse and solve industry problems
  • Participate effectively in, and understand the function of, meetings
  • Employ understanding of a business context to help an organisation achieve its strategic aims

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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