A Bachelor of Mathematics Advanced (Honours) degree considerably widens career opportunities, particularly in mathematical/statistical research. It also satisfies the entry requirement for higher research studies such as a Master of Philosophy or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree.

The Bachelor of Mathematics Advanced (Honours) program is a fourth year of study available to students who have achieved an average of 80%, or better, in the Bachelor of Mathematics Advanced. It is a challenging program which includes a research project. 

If you wish to enter the Honours program you should obtain the approval of the Honours Coordinator at the end of your third year. 

The UOW Honours website provides useful information regarding research opportunities, scholarships, application procedures, and more.

This degree

This elite degree offers a practically oriented program to high achieving students, providing adaptability and application, which is highly valuable in industry and research organisations.

There are opportunities for scholarships from corporate partners, plus summer scholarships and undergraduate research projects with academic staff, access to programs of the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute (AMSI) and inter-university courses via our Access Grid Room.

What you will study

You will complete a substantial thesis in an area of interest under the close supervision of one or more members of staff in the discipline. The remainder of the degree consists of coursework subjects chosen from those offered by the School or the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute (AMSI), with the approval of the Bachelor of Mathematics Advanced (Honours) Coordinator.

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