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Undergraduate & Honours

Mathematics is the study of universal patterns and structures and is the quantitative language of the world. It underpins information technology, computer science, engineering, and the physical sciences and plays an increasingly important role in the biological and medical sciences, economics, finance, environmental science, sociology and psychology. The MSI provides a unique opportunity within Australia to study mathematics. We offer:

  • a stream of advanced courses from first year through to honours year, open to anyone with the appropriate prerequisites
  • small class sizes when compared to other top Australian universities
  • student access to some of the best Mathematicians in Australia
  • a full suite of courses supporting the quantitative needs of many areas

Mathematics options

View the Mathematics handbook for options for a comprehensive online guide to mathematics streams, courses and majors.

Undergraduate program
PhB (Bachelor of Philosophy)

Australia's most prestigious advanced research oriented undergraduate science degree.

Bachelor of Science

A general science degree with the option to specialise in mathematics.

Bachelor of Science (Advanced)

A prestigious advanced science degree with the option to specialise in mathematics.

Bachelor of Computational Science

An elite degree for students to combine skills from computing, mathematics and science.

Honours program
Honours in Mathematics

The high standard of our honours program equips students with the critical edge required for careers in a diverse range of mathematical and analytical fields.

Honours in Mathematical Applications and Computations

For students who want to apply mathematical techniques to real life problems.

Thesis topics

A large selection of topics is available. It is neither definitive nor exhaustive but provides a wide range of possibilities.

Other opportunities
Summer research scholarships

For undergraduate or honours students thinking about pursuing honours or graduate research in the future. These scholarships are open to those currently enrolled as full-time university students in Australia or New Zealand.

Updated: 15 May 2012/ Responsible Officer:  Director, MSI / Page Contact:  Webmaster