Undergraduate
Mathematics
Contact us
Address
Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
Hours
Frequently asked questions
Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
Mathematics provides graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which are highly valued in a variety of industries. Graduates can choose from a range of careers, depending on their interests and strengths. Industries where they can pursue their careers include finance, technology, education, government, research, consulting, and science.
Further Study
Further your professional development and learning with one of the following courses:
- Honours
- Master of Philosophy
- Doctor of Philosophy
Fees and scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.6
- 75.5
- 254
- 324
- 14.5
- 280
- 61
- 1130
- 56
- 75
Admission requirements
Mathematics requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Specialist ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Refer to the below regarding application processes for each of the pathways . More information regarding admission requirements and prerequisites for each pathway can be found on the 'Admission Requirements' tab.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available in 2024
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 15 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and exams
- Undergraduate
- MJD-MATHS
- 3 years (BSc), 4 years (BSc [Hons]), 4 years (BPhil[Hons])
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Why study this course?
- UWA is one of the leading universities in Australia and Mathematics is recognised for its high-quality education
- Graduates are well-equipped to pursue a wide range of career opportunities. Mathematics provides you with a solid foundation in mathematical principles, as well as the ability to apply these principles in real-world contexts which makes graduates highly valuable to employers
- UWA is home to world-class researchers in mathematics, offering you the opportunity to work alongside these researchers on cutting-edge projects
Your degree options
This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Philosophy
You'll learn to
- explain mathematical concepts and principles that underpin a wide range of applications
- investigate physical, numerical and theoretical problems using appropriate mathematical techniques
- demonstrate an understanding of axiomatic systems and the fundamentals of mathematics, by applying abstract reasoning, rigour and logical deduction
- apply the power of mathematics to model and understand the real world
