The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationContinue your study in advanced mathematics to gain the foundation for a highly paid career in diverse industry sectors, or in multidisciplinary and emerging research areas.
The Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) program is designed to further cultivate the mathematical and communication skills that you developed throughout your undergraduate studies.
During the year, you'll devote yourself to a single, in-depth research project and take on a broad range of advanced courses. The research project will ensure that you investigate one particular topic to a deep and thorough level of scholarship, with a requirement of producing written and oral outputs of the highest quality. You'll also broaden your mathematical skills by undertaking advanced coursework with topics such as number theory, advanced statistics, combinatorial designs, financial calculus or general relativity.
When you graduate with honours, you'll be sought by industry for your excellent problem-solving abilities. You'll have opportunities to pursue a wide range of rewarding positions in finance, economics, mathematical research, statistics, actuarial studies, quantitative finance, meteorology, information technology, data science and teaching.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bachelor of Mathematics (or equivalent), with:
- an overall GPA of 4, and
- a GPA of at least 5 for 8 units of courses at level 3 or higher relevant to the honours project, and
- have secured an honours project and supervisor, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
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Statistician
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Business Analyst
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Financial Analyst
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Investment Analyst
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About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
