Bachelor of Mathematics/Bachelor of Computer Science

This combined degree program provides students with an opportunity to undertake concurrent study in Mathematics and Computer Science and complete two awards over a period of four years.

In general, a combined degree program offers greater breadth of learning, enhancing the academic and professional qualities gained in each separate degree. At the same time, it recognises the increasing need for students to graduate with multidisciplinary skills.

Along with core (compulsory) and directed (chosen from a list of approved courses) courses in Computer Science, students undertake core and directed Mathematics courses and some electives according to their particular areas of interest.

University of Newcastle Mathematics graduates are in high demand and when combined with the Computer Science degree you will enjoy excellent career prospects. Our graduates are highly sought after in industry as the majority of businesses worldwide require personnel skilled in with good analytical skills as well as programming, systems analysis and design and the management of computer resources.

Graduate of this combined degree program have excellent career prospects. Skills in Mathematics are highly valued in private industry and the public sector in such areas as international finance, merchant banking and medicine, or whenever real world problems must be solved. Graduates often enter research, management and strategic planning, working in banks, finance and insurance companies, taxation or computer enterprises. At the same time, the field of Computer Science is experiencing exceptional growth and career opportunities can be found in a variety of areas including programming, systems analysis and design, and the management of computer resources.

Current Australian Year 12 Students:

Apply for entry through UAC. Entry based on UAI or equivalent.

Non school leavers and previous Australian Year 12 students:

Apply for entry through UAC. Entry based on:

• Previous Year 12 studies and/or
• Higher education, tertiary, post-secondary qualifications and/or
• Overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications.

International Students

International students currently undertaking:

• an Australian Year 12 in Australia
• an Australian Year 12 outside Australia
• an International Baccalaureat (IB) in Australia

Apply for entry through UAC. Entry based on UAI or equivalent.

All other international students:

Apply direct to International Admissions. Entry based on overseas qualifications considered equivalent to Australian qualifications, as well as satisfying English language requirement.

Mathematics (Band 5 or above). Study of one science-related subject would also be an advantage.

HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent.

Credit transfer agreements with TAFE NSW and other educational providers are under continuous negotiations. For more information about articulation arrangements please see www.newcastle.edu.au/credit/.

An Honours year is available to students as a separate program in the form of an additional year to those who meet the entry requirements.

International students must comply with the University of Newcastle's English language proficiency requirements. All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an Orientation of the Faculty of Science and Information Technology and the University at the commencement of each semester. Additionally, the Deputy Head of the Faculty of Science and Information Technology has special responsibility for the progress of international students. All can also access additional learning support mechanisms provided by the Centre Teaching and Leaning at http://www.newcastle.edu.au/unit/ctl/index.htmlstudents

The support structures provided by the Student Support Unit will be available to assist any students with a disability or chronic illness. The Faculty and School accepts responsibility, in liaison with the Student Support Unit for providing reasonable accommodations to allow students wth disabilities to complete their program. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will draw on the assistance and support provided by the Wollotuka Indigenous Support Unit.

To meet the current requirements of the combined degree program, students must complete a program of study that conforms to the structure set out below. The combined program will consist of 320 units of study make up of:

• 200 units of core courses across the Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of Mathematics;
• 10 units of B Computer Science courses at 2000 level (chosen from the list of approved 2000 level courses in the BCompSc)
• 10 units of directed Mathematics/Statistics courses (chosen from an approved list);
• 30 units of B Computer Science courses at 3000 level (COMP or SENG courses chosen from the list of approved 3000 level courses in the BCompSc); and
• 40 units of Mathematics/Statistics courses at 3000 level.

Within the program, students have the opportunity to select electives (courses chosen from any available course offered across the University) according to their individual areas of interest.

A maximum of 120 units at 1000 level is allowed.

The program of study is based on current year program requirements and may be varied as a result of future changes. Students are advised to contact the Student HUB for assistance when planning their academic program.