Optimisation

Postgraduate | 2026

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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 5019
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Course ID
204201
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Adelaide University
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Course level
1
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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
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The course focuses on linear optimisation problems involving both continuous and integer variables, which are used in a wide range of real-world situations. It will present the theory underlying optimisation, and demonstrate how to apply optimisation techniques on real problems, for example; maximising profit, minimising cost, or minimising risk. 

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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