If you enjoy problem‑solving and thinking deeply about how the world works, a maths degree can take you further than you might expect. From data and technology to finance and beyond, mathematical thinking underpins many of today’s fastest‑growing fields.
Ranked first in Australia for mathematics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025), the University of Sydney offers the new Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences and Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Honours) to help students tackle big ideas and real‑world challenges.
Technology is changing fast, and maths is right at the centre. From AI and quantum computing to healthcare, finance, and space exploration, maths helps drive innovation in almost every industry. A degree in mathematical sciences builds powerful analytical, problem-solving and data skills, setting you up for a robust career.
You could find a future career in:
Studying mathematics will set you up to make sense of complex problems, create smart solutions and make an impact in the world.
The Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences gives you the freedom to shape your studies around what excites you most. Pursue your passion by choosing one of our six majors:
| Major | What you'll study |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Pure and applied mathematics |
| Statistics | Probabilistic modelling, statistical and machine learning |
| Financial Mathematics and Statistics | Mathematical theory of probability, analysis, differential equations and statistics. |
| Data Science | Data analysis, computational problem-solving, data-driven decision making |
| Mathematical Modelling and Computation | Model development, application and assessment, including computational and numerical skills |
| Discrete Mathematics and Algorithms | Number theory, cryptography, computer algorithms, operations research, deep learning and large language models |
When you study at the University of Sydney, you’ll become part of an exceptional maths community. We're ranked 1st in Australia and 38th in the world for mathematics in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, and we are the only Australian university to receive the highest rating (5 out of 5) in every Australian Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia assessment for mathematical sciences.
Our exceptional teaching and research staff are world-leading experts working across seven research themes:
We’re also home to the Sydney Mathematical Research Institute (SMRI), which is the first institute of its kind in Australia. Both the School of Mathematics and SMRI bring top international mathematicians to campus, offering you access to the best researchers from across the globe.
American mathematician Poh Shen Loh lecturing at a Sydney Mathematical Research Institute event.
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LinkIn this degree, you’ll learn advanced data science techniques that can be used in all kinds of careers, from algorithmic trading in finance to bioinformatics in health and medical research.
As the amount of data in the world keeps growing, so does the demand for people who know how to work with it. You’ll learn how to analyse and interpret complex data, spotting patterns, trends and connections that help people make smarter decisions. Employers are actively looking for grads with these skills, and you’ll be ready.
The nice thing about studying mathematics is that it helps develop strong analytical skills, particularly the ability to break down a big problem into more manageable chunks and then devise reasonable solutions that consider the relevant variables and constraints.
Mathematics student
Our teaching takes you beyond the classroom through a series of capstone units, where you’ll get to put your maths skills to the test in real-world projects. These are hands-on, interdisciplinary experiences where you’ll work on real problems, just like you would in a future job or research setting.
You’ll gain experience in teamwork, research, writing, communication and project management. These units challenge you to use your maths in new and practical ways, and help you learn how to explain your ideas clearly to different audiences.
One thing that surprised me was how collaborative studying math can be. I expected it to be a very individual pursuit, but being able to work on problems with other students and the tutors in the tutorials has made math more enjoyable and allowed me to learn much more effectively.
Mathematics student
A degree in mathematical sciences provides a strong foundation for understanding complex systems, solving real-world problems, and driving innovation across a wide range of industries. At the University of Sydney, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to make a meaningful impact in a data-driven, technologically advanced world.
