Bachelor of Mathematics / Bachelor of Computer Science

On successful completion of the program students will have:

• In-depth knowledge and skills in mathematics a) Proficiency in the fundamentals of mathematics and statistics b) Knowledge and skills of at least one area of Mathematics to a depth sufficient for further study, research or employment as a mathematician or statistician c) Overview of areas of mathematics and understanding of connections between them

Admission requirements

Minimum English language proficiency requirements

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 the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.

Australian Mathematical Society

Statistical Society of Australia

2021 Revision

From 2021 there are changes to the program. For students who commenced the program prior to 2021, please refer to the 2021 Transition Arrangements in the Additional Documents section for more information.

2020 Revision

• INFT3800 was added as a core course in 2020, students who commenced prior to 2020 do not need to complete INFT3800.
• The Computer Science and Robotics major was removed in 2020, students who commenced prior to 2020 can continue to complete the Computer Science and Robotics major.
• Please refer to the 2020 B Mathematics/B Computer Science Transition Arrangements.

2019 Revision

• ELEC3500 replaces SENG3400 as Core in the program. Any student who has not successfully completed SENG3400, must complete ELEC3500.
• STAT2010 has been moved from Core to a Directed list with STAT1070. Students can choose to complete either STAT0170 or STAT2010 to complete their program requirements.
• Applied Mathematics major- MATH2330 replaces MATH2730 as a compulsory course. Any student who has not completed MATH2730 must complete MATH2330 to meet their major requirements.
• Data Science major- COMP3350 replaces INFT3007 as a compulsory course. Any student who has not successfully completed INFT3007, must complete COMP3350 to meet their major requirements.
• Computer Systems and Robotics major- ELEC1710 replaces ELEC2710, and ELEC2720 replaces ELEC3730 as compulsory courses for this major. Any student who has not successfully completed ELEC2710 and/or ELEC3730 must complete its respective replacement course to meet their major requirements.

2018 revision

• STAT1070 was removed as a compulsory course from the Statistics major and from the Studies in Maths and Statistics major. Pre-2018 students who are undertaking the Statistics major, and who have not yet completed STAT1070, can either choose to take STAT1070, or undertake STAT2020 as a component of their major. Pre-2018 students who are undertaking the Studies in Maths and Statistics major, and who have not yet completed STAT1070, can either choose to take STAT1070, or undertake an additional 10 units of 2000 or 3000 level Directed course.

2016 Revision

• MATH1800 was removed from the core of the combined program.ﾠ Continuing students who have successfully completed MATH1800 are advised to contact the relevant Program Advisor for independent enrolment advice.

2013 Revision

• Students who commenced a B Math or B Math combined program in 2013 will be automatically transitioned to the revised 2014 structure, unless they advise the relevant Program Advisor in writing of their intention to remain in the pre-2014 structure.  Students who commenced the program prior to 2013 are strongly encouraged to transition to the revised 2014 structure if their pattern of enrolment allows them to do so.  All students are encouraged to seek independent transition and enrolment advice from the Program Advisor.
• B Computer Science:  Students who commenced the program prior to 2013 can remain in the previous program structure, unless they elect to transition to the 2013 revised program structure.  Pre-2013 students must indicate their intention to transition to the 2013 revised program structure to the relevant Program Advisor.  Students are encouraged to seek advice on their chosen program of study with the relevant Program Advisor. 

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.

For more information about honours, please refer to the program handbooks for the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours); http://www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-computer-science-honours

Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours);  http://www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-mathematics-honours

All students can access free academic skills and support provided by Academic Learning Support through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre.

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.

AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the Faculty or School to ensure that this happens 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. More information is available online.