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) courses and a chosen major in Computer Science, students undertake core (compulsory) courses and a chosen major in Mathematics. Depending on the majors selected, students may also be required take a number of 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 with good analytical skills as well as programming, systems analysis and design and the management of computer resources.

Graduates 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.

Admission to this program is available to Australian students, residents and international students. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/undergraduate-programs/how-to-get-in/ for information on how to gain entry.

You may also be eligible to receive bonus points if you will be receiving an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). Please visit

http://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/undergraduate-programs/how-to-get-in/domestic-students/options-for-entry/bonus-points.html to see if you may be eligible.

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

HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent.

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to your new program, go to http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/credit-transfer/ and click on How to apply for 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.

There is no International Admission to this program.

Students with disabilities who require reasonable adjustments to undertake their program should contact the Disability Support Service before semester or early in the semester. Some adjustments need up to 4 weeks lead time to organise, so it is imperative that early contact is made. The Disability Support Service and relevant Faculty and School officers will work together to ensure reasonable adjustments are provided in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/disability/ for more information.

Learning Development Resources

All students can access additional learning development resources which are provided by the Centre for Teaching and Learning at http://www.newcastle.edu.au/unit/ctl/index.html

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.