What you'll learn
In the Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) majoring in Statistics, you will complete a range of core courses that provide a solid grounding in key mathematical and statistical concepts, theories, principles and methods.
In your first year, you’ll be introduced to several key, foundational mathematical concepts and principles. You’ll take core classes in linear algebra, calculus, probability and statistics, problem-solving and programming. Additionally, you’ll have the option to broaden your focus through the choice of electives in areas such as discrete mathematics, data science, geometry and more.
In second year, you’ll tackle advanced topics in statistical practice, multivariable calculus, differential equations and algebra. You’ll also complete two elective courses, allowing you to specialise further in areas of interest.
You’ll continue to take core, statistics-driven courses in third and fourth year. Third year includes a strong focus on the development and application of professional skills. To help you hone your professional skillset you’ll have the option to undertake an industry focused experience through completing one of the following: a Maths Clinic experience, internship in mathematics or industry-focused mathematics project.
You’ll also complete one elective course from the following:
- Advanced differential equations
- Advanced mathematical modelling
- Advanced optimisation
- Complex networks
- Cryptography
- Data science practice
- Fluid dynamics
- Functional analysis
- Geometry of surfaces
- Groups, rings and fields
- Introduction to topological data analysis
- Mathematical biology
- Measure and integration
- Metric and topological spaces
- Number theory
- Simulation for decision science
- Text and social media analytics.
In your final year, you’ll complete a major honours research project on a topic of your choosing. Under the guidance of our supportive academics, you’ll develop high-level research skills and produce a final project that contributes new knowledge to the field.
Together, these experiences ensure you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills and expertise to thrive in your data-driven career.
Majors
The Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) is also available with majors in the following: