Overview
Pure Mathematics is the study of the essential structures of mathematics. Work by pure mathematicians underpins most of the technological advances of this century. Pure Mathematics is concerned with problems and techniques which transcend specific applications. Research, focussing on the development of existing theories or the creation of new ones, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Pure Mathematics courses provide the insights and understanding required by those using mathematics, leading to mastery of the fundamental processes of mathematical science and the capacity for innovative applications in any area.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) - BSc(AdvMath)(Hons)3956 - Advanced Mathematics (Honours)
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 90 UOC.
Level 1 Core Courses18 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses36 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses18 Units of Credit:
Level 1 Computer Science Elective6 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Electives12 Units of Credit:
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Additional Information
Recommended Electives
The following courses are not required for this major, but are recommended as good complementary courses when students are selecting electives.
- Pure Mathematics courses relevant to the mathematical aspects of Computer Science are MATH2400 Finite Mathematics (3 UOC) in stage 2, and MATH3411 Information, Codes and Ciphers (6 UOC) in stage 3.
- Pure Mathematics courses relevant to Mathematics teaching are MATH3511 Transformations, Groups and Geometry (6 UOC), and MATH3560 History of Mathematics (3 UOC) in stage 3.
Honours
Students completing a Pure Mathematics major may be eligible to undertake Honours in Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, or Statistics.
Please consult with staff from the School of Mathematics and Statistics
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions
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