Mathematical Sciences (major in Data Science)

Program

As a student in the Dalyell stream, you can choose the Mathematical Sciences program, which will give you a recognised and distinctive pathway of accelerated or advanced study in the mathematical sciences.

Graduate attributes

Students who graduate from Mathematical Sciences will be able to show:

Ability to construct logical, clearly presented and justified arguments incorporating deductive reasoning
Knowledge of the principles and concepts of a broad range of fundamental areas in mathematics and statistics
Ability to formulate and model practical and abstract problems in mathematical or statistical terms using a variety of methods
Ability to apply mathematical principles, concepts, techniques and technology to solve practical and abstract problems and interpret results critically
Understanding of the breadth of the discipline, its role in other fields and the way that other fields contribute to development in Mathematical Sciences
Appropriate interpretation of information communicated in statistical or mathematical form
Appropriate presentation of information, reason and conclusions in a variety of modes to diverse audiences (expert and non-expert).

Career pathways

The course information on this website applies only to future students. Current students should refer to faculty handbooks for current or past course information.

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