Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Discover how prized achievements around the world rely on mathematics and statistics
Mathematics is humanity's most powerful tool for comprehending the universe and is essential for many fields of modern endeavours such as science, technology, engineering and finance.
The study of Mathematics and Statistics at UWA involves data analysis, forecasting, decision making and detailed problem-solving while determining creative ways to improve modern life with mathematical tools and techniques.
The Department conducts research in a wide variety of areas of mathematics and statistics such as complex systems, group theory, partial differential equations, discrete mathematics, geometry, mathematical modelling, data analysis and statistical methods.
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics was awarded 5 out of 5 in Excellence of Research Australia in Mathematical Sciences (Pure and Applied Mathematics).
Our courses
Selecting an Honours project and supervisor
The Honours program is an exciting opportunity to enhance your skills. In the Maths and Stats Department, the areas of the program are Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Physics, Pure Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science. You will do some advanced lecture units according to the area of specialisation and an honours dissertation where you get to do some mathematical or statistical research.
The main requirements for honours entry at UWA are:
- completion of a degree with a major in Mathematics or Statistics; and
- a WAM of at least 65% in units forming your Mathematics or Statistics major in 3rd year.
Also, you can start mid-year, i.e., in the second semester, and it is possible to enrol part-time.
Talk to us if you are interested in the Honours program and believe you have the necessary requirements.
Selecting an Honours project and supervisor
The Honours program is an exciting opportunity to enhance your skills. In the Maths and Stats Department, the areas of the program are Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Physics, Pure Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science. You will do some advanced lecture units according to the area of specialisation and an honours dissertation where you get to do some mathematical or statistical research.
The main requirements for honours entry at UWA are:
- completion of a degree with a major in Mathematics or Statistics; and
- a WAM of at least 65% in units forming your Mathematics or Statistics major in 3rd year.
Also, you can start mid-year, i.e., in the second semester, and it is possible to enrol part-time.
Talk to us if you are interested in the Honours program and believe you have the necessary requirements.
Our Reseach Areas
- Applied Mathematics
- Pure Mathematics
- Statistics
Community and industry engagement
WA Junior Mathematics Olympiad
UWA works with the Western Australia Mathematical Olympiad Committee to host the annual WA Junior Mathematics Olympiad for exceptional Year 7, 8 and 9 students.
The competition seeks to find the youngest mathematical minds in the state. Prizes include an award for the most outstanding Year 9 and Year 8 student, as well as prizes for the best mathematic team. A number of Western Australian universities sponsor the prizes, along with the Department of Education, Mathematical Association of Western Australia, New Edition Bookshop, Data Analysis Australia, Optiver and Casio Education.
Blakers Mathematics Competition
The Blakers Mathematics Competition was established with a bequest from the family of Professor Larry Blakers after his death in 1995.
The first Competition was a local event, for UWA students only, in 1996. Since 1997, the Competition has been held annually, open to first to third year students at any Western Australian university.
Professor Blakers was a Professor of Mathematics at UWA for 30 years and Head of Department for 29 of them. He played an important role in the foundation of the Australian Mathematical Society, the Australian Association of Mathematical Teachers and the Mathematical Association of Western Australia (MAWA), and was a founder and long term Director of the National Mathematics Summer School for gifted high school students which takes place in Canberra each year.
See honour roll of previous winners, and problems and solutions of previous years, here.
The Centre for Applied Statistics
The Centre for Applied Statistics provides expert training and consultancy in statistics to enable the University, industry and government to produce excellent research.
Visit the Centre here.
Spotlight on our people
UWA is home to world-class researchers in mathematics and you'll have the opportunity to work alongside these researchers on cutting-edge projects. You'll gain valuable research experience, as well as the opportunity to develop strong relationships with academics who can serve as mentors and references in the future.
