Degree overview

Deepen your understanding of the world around you

Science is about asking new questions and uncovering the answers. It underpins technology, business, environmental management, research, health and the world around us. Mathematics is the language of science. It underpins most technological advances that we rely on every day. Without maths, interpreting the real world would not be possible.

Career opportunities

Most of the critical issues that face our society today require both science and mathematics to help find solutions. Because this combined degree emphasises problem-solving, teamwork and critical thinking, graduates are sought after across a range of sectors.

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86.4% employed within four months of graduating.

Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 - Undergraduate Science and Mathematics

Bachelor of Mathematics / Bachelor of Science

UAC Code , Program Code 40170

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UAC Code

Program Code 40170

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CRICOS Code

Program Code 40170

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Course overview

Your degree includes compulsory or optional courses in maths. To increase your chance of academic success, it is recommended that you select a course which matches your existing knowledge and understanding of maths concepts.

This is a combined degree

For additional information about this degree you can refer to the pages for the corresponding single degrees: Bachelor of Mathematics, and Bachelor of Science

2024 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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Student experience

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At the University of Newcastle, we embed practical, hands-on learning in all our degrees. Check out just some of the opportunities our students have had to build their experience.

Career-ready placements

Through the program, you will complement your theoretical studies with tutorials and laboratories that apply theory to practical situations. In your final year, you will complete a capstone project, working with industry on a real-world project.

High achieving students can also apply for our Merit Pathway program. Students work on active research projects and are mentored by leading researchers.

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You are a domestic student if you are:

  • An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
  • A permanent resident of Australia
  • A holder of a permanent Australian visa.

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