Program Requirements

The Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences requires completion of 96 units which must consist of:

72 units from completion of the coursework component

A minimum of 24 units from completion of 8000-level courses

A minimum of 36 units must come from completion of courses from the discipline area MATH- Mathematics

The 96 units must include:

A minimum of 24 units from completion of 6000-8000 level MATH courses, excluding MATH6005

A minimum of 12 units from completion of integrative courses from the following list not previously taken:

MATH6209 Special Topic in Mathematical Sciences (6 units)

MATH6211 Topics in Mathematical Physics (6 units)

MATH6216 Advanced Topics in Algebra (6 units)

MATH8201 Topics in Computational Mathematics (6 units)

MATH8702 Mathematics Reading Course (6-24 units, which may be completed more than once under different topics)

MATH8705 Mathematics Special Topic (6 units, which may be completed more than once under different topics)

12 units from completion of Science and Society Courses from the following list:

ENVS6013 Society and Environmental Change (6 units)

SCOM6007 From Creativity to Impact: Science Communication Project Design (6 units)

SCOM6012 Communicating Science Online (6 units)

SCOM6015 Public Speaking About Science (6 units)

SCOM6016 Science, Journalism and Society (6 units)

SCOM6027 Science Politics (6 units)

SCOM6029 Science Communication and Planetary Crises (6 units)

SCOM6031 Misinformation, Disinformation, and Risk (6 units)

SCOM6032 Making Modern Science (6 units)

SCOM6501 Science Communication Strategy and Leadership (6 units)

SCOM8014 Communicating Science with the Public (6 units)

SCNC8000 Science Internship (6 units)

A maximum of 24 units from completion of courses from the following list:

MATH6005 Discrete Mathematical Models (6 units)

ECON6012 Optimisation for Economics and Financial Economics (6 units)

ECON6053 Game Theory (6 units)

EMET8005 Econometric Methods and Modelling (6 units)

6000-, 7000-, or 8000- level from the subject area COMP - Computer Science (maximum 6 units)

6000-, 7000-, or 8000- level from the subject area PHYS - Physics

6000-, 7000-, or 8000- level from the subject area STAT - Statistics

A maximum of 24 units from elective courses offered by ANU

Admission Requirements

Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent

• with a minimum GPA of at least 5.0/7.0
• with at least 8 courses in a cognate discipline, which must also have a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0.

The GPA requirement for this program must be met by both the program as a whole, as well as by the 8 courses in a cognate discipline. Where more than 8 cognate courses have been completed by the applicant, ANU will take the best 8 courses when assessing the cognate GPA.

The GPA for a Bachelor program will be calculated from (i) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades and/or (ii) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades other than those from the last semester (or equivalent study period) of the Bachelor degree. The higher of the two calculations will be used as the basis for admission.

Ranking and English language proficiency: At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. In line with the University's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors. Applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes. If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of:

• a GPA ('GPA2') calculated on the penultimate and antepenultimate semesters (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes; and/or
• demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency

Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their Bachelor degree reassessed, to confirm minimum requirements were met.

Further information: English language admission requirements and post-admission support

Diversity factors: As Australia’s national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe.

Assessment of qualifications: Unless otherwise indicated, ANU will accept all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications or international equivalents that meet or exceed the published admission requirements of our programs, provided all other admission requirements are also met.

Where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will base assessment on the qualification that best meets the admission requirements for the program. Find out more about the Australian Qualifications Framework: www.aqf.edu.au.

Unless otherwise indicated, where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will calculate the GPA for each qualification separately. ANU will base assessment on the best GPA of all completed tertiary qualifications of the same level or higher.

ANU uses a 7-point Grade Point Average (GPA) scale. All qualifications submitted for admission at ANU will be converted to this common scale, which will determine if an applicant meets our published admission requirements. Find out more about how a 7-point GPA is calculated for Australian universities: www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/admission-criteria/tertiary-qualifications.

Pathways

Vertical Double Degree pathway UGRD-PGRD:

This program is part of the Vertical Double Degree pathway structure offered by the College of Science and the College of Health and Medicine. The Vertical Double Degree pathway presents students with the opportunity to complete a 3-year undergraduate degree offered by the ANU College of Science or the College of Health and Medicine with a cognate 2-year Masters degree in 4 years (full-time) instead of 5 years (full-time). Not all undergraduate and Masters programs are offered as a Vertical Double Degree. For more information on applicable combinations, benefits and how to apply, eligibility and conditions, please visit https://science.anu.edu.au/flexible-vertical-double-degrees or https://health.anu.edu.au/flexible-vertical-double-degrees

Fee Information

All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.

For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments

Scholarships

ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.

Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are.  Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.

For further information see the Scholarships website.

Learning Outcomes

1. demonstrate high level knowledge in mathematical sciences;
2. apply acquired knowledge in mathematical sciences to new problems;
3. interpret, synthesize and critically analyse published literature of relevance to mathematical sciences;
4. demonstrate theoretical and/or practical skills relevant to techniques and research methodology in mathematical sciences;
5. critically analyse data within applications of mathematical sciences to reach independent conclusions;
6. demonstrate a critical understanding of science in society;
7. clearly communicate theory and results in both written and oral formats.