Mathematics IB

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
MATH 2050
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Course ID
202611
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Mathematical Science
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Elliot Herrington
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

This course, together with MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA, provides an introduction to the basic concepts and techniques of calculus and linear algebra, emphasising their inter-relationships and applications to engineering, the sciences and financial areas, introduces students to the use of computers in mathematics, and develops problem solving skills with both theoretical and practical problems.


Topics covered are Calculus: Differential equations, sequences and series, power series, calculus in two variables. Algebra: Subspaces, rank theorem, linear transformations, orthogonality, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, applications of linear algebra.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate understanding of concepts in linear algebra, relating to vector spaces, linear transformations, orthogonality, eigenvalues and eigenvectors and diagonalisation.
  • Demonstrate understanding of concepts in calculus, relating to differential equations, sequences, series and convergence and multivariable calculus.
  • Employ methods related to these concepts in a variety of applications.
  • Apply logical thinking to problem-solving in context.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of proof in mathematics.
  • Use appropriate technology to aid problem-solving.
  • Demonstrate skills in writing mathematics.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 30/01/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 23/01/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 13/02/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 27/02/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 1195
Section
Section PR01
Size
Size 45
Available
Available 8
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Feb - 4 Feb Wednesday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Ingkarni Wardli, 2.34 Michael Peake, Edward Bihari, Nicholas McLean, Clover Hoffman
Class number
Class number 1194
Section
Section PR02
Size
Size 45
Available
Available 28
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Feb - 4 Feb Wednesday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Ingkarni Wardli, 2.34
Class number
Class number 1193
Section
Section PR03
Size
Size 45
Available
Available 28
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Feb - 4 Feb Wednesday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Ingkarni Wardli, 2.34
Class number
Class number 1192
Section
Section PR04
Size
Size 45
Available
Available 35
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Feb - 4 Feb Wednesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Ingkarni Wardli, 2.34
Class number
Class number 1196
Section
Section SE01
Size
Size 200
Available
Available 119
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
13 Jan - 10 Feb Tuesday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 102
16 Jan - 13 Feb Friday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 102
Class number
Class number 1260
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 10
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
19 Feb - 19 Feb Thursday 9:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Centenary, C4-08
Class number
Class number 1259
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 21
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
19 Feb - 19 Feb Thursday 9:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-30
Class number
Class number 1258
Section
Section TU03
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 0
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
19 Feb - 19 Feb Thursday 9:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Mawson, 134
Class number
Class number 1257
Section
Section TU04
Size
Size 70
Available
Available 64
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
19 Feb - 19 Feb Thursday 9:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Centenary, C7-08
Class number
Class number 1255
Section
Section TU06
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 4
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
19 Feb - 19 Feb Thursday 9:10am - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 231
Class number
Class number 1203
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
16 Jan - 16 Jan Friday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
20 Jan - 13 Feb Tuesday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
Class number
Class number 1202
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 29
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
16 Jan - 16 Jan Friday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
20 Jan - 13 Feb Tuesday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
Class number
Class number 1201
Section
Section WS03
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 11
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
16 Jan - 16 Jan Friday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
20 Jan - 13 Feb Tuesday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
Class number
Class number 1200
Section
Section WS04
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 0
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
16 Jan - 16 Jan Friday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
20 Jan - 13 Feb Tuesday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
Class number
Class number 1199
Section
Section WS05
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 19
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
16 Jan - 16 Jan Friday 2:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
20 Jan - 13 Feb Tuesday 2:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111b
Class number
Class number 1197
Section
Section WS07
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
16 Jan - 16 Jan Friday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a
20 Jan - 13 Feb Tuesday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 111a

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
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Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 26831
Section
Section PR01
Size
Size 50
Available
Available 42
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
9 Apr - 9 Apr Thursday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G13
Class number
Class number 26830
Section
Section PR02
Size
Size 50
Available
Available 7
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
9 Apr - 9 Apr Thursday 10:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G13
Class number
Class number 26832
Section
Section SE01
Size
Size 100
Available
Available 49
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 16 Apr Thursday 2:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 309
7 May - 28 May Thursday 2:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Hughes, 309
Class number
Class number 26836
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 25
Available
Available 11
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Mar - 14 Apr Tuesday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G07
5 May - 26 May Tuesday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G07
Class number
Class number 26835
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 25
Available
Available 14
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Mar - 16 Apr Thursday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 218
7 May - 28 May Thursday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 218
Class number
Class number 26834
Section
Section WS03
Size
Size 25
Available
Available 10
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Mar - 16 Apr Thursday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 218
7 May - 28 May Thursday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 218
Class number
Class number 26833
Section
Section WS04
Size
Size 25
Available
Available 14
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Mar - 14 Apr Tuesday 3:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 105
5 May - 26 May Tuesday 3:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 105

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed MATH1050 Mathematics IA

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed 1 of ECON1019 Introduction to Mathematical Economics I/ECON1020 Mathematical Economics I/MATH1039 Applications of Quantitative Methods in Finance I/MATH1040 Introduction to Financial Mathematics I/MATH1041 Mathematics for Data Science I OR must not have completed MATHS1012 Mathematics IB at the University of Adelaide

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