Why Mathematics at UTS
The biggest assets in the School of Mathematical Sciences are its PEOPLE!
They are friendly, approachable and accessible. Academics are also current researchers and are experts in their own field with teaching and research awards under their belt. They are also down-to earth, dedicated and passionate about their areas of expertise.
We ask the experts
We know what industry seeks and expects from our graduates because we ask.
The School of Mathematical Sciences regularly reviews its courses with industry advisory committees to ensure programs are industry-relevant, practical and have the right balance of theory and practice. The courses are regularly reviewed to ensure currency and relevance to industrial and commercial practice.
Professional relevance of programs is further assured as the School maintains strong links with industry through its academic staff who undertake appropriate research and consulting activities through research institutes.
We’re recognized
The Australian Computer Society accredits the UTS: Science’s Bachelor of Mathematics and Computing and relevant postgraduate programs offered by the School of Mathematical Sciences, UTS: Science.
Graduates from our Bachelors and Postgraduate programs discover that they have the opportunity to work in a wide range of international locations because our professional qualifications are widely recognized and respected.
A world of career opportunities
From finance to tourism, every area of today’s employment depends on the handling, analysis and interpreting of data, and on predicting and modelling outcomes. In other words, on the kind of skill and expertise offered by trained mathematicians and statisticians.
When mathematics is combined with finance, computing, health, information security, biology, agriculture and meteorology - just to name a few, a whole world of career possibilities emerge!
At UTS, you can also combine the Bachelor of Science degrees, either majoring in Mathematics or Statistics with a degree from other UTS study areas such as Business, International Studies, Law and Engineering. This series of innovative combined degrees give you the chance to specialize in an area that interests you and enhances your career paths in the commercial world, which will help you break new grounds and make you more marketable in the employment market.
By combining it with another specialization you create another dimension to your career path. With the international studies component you will spend a year overseas and experience the world.
We provide extra support
UTS: Science runs three learning centres in chemistry, physics and mathematics to support UTS students in their studies.
The School of Mathematical Sciences run the "Maths and ICT Study Centre". This is a drop-in learning centre staffed by the School’s academics. Students from all UTS study areas can get help with introductory subjects in mathematics, statistics and basic computing. The Centre assists students with common computing packages such as word-processing, spreadsheets, presentation managers, Mathematica, Minitab and SPSS.
Although the emphasis is on the provision of help for first year subjects, assistance can sometimes be provided for later year subjects. The Centre also run a volunteer peer tutoring program to UTS students.
The Centre also runs subjects to assist with particular courses, for example, Mathematics for Nursing and Midwifery, and workshops such as Examination Preparation for Business students. It also runs short courses such as Maths Bridging Courses, which are free to all UTS students.
For more information, see UTS Science Student Learning Centre
Access to world class facilities
Mathematical education and research depends on access to world-class, up-to-date facilities and you can be assured you will gain access to these at the School of Mathematical Sciences, UTS: Science.
We conduct innovative research
Mathematics are in demand in today’s industry in all aspects - science and technology, environment conservation, sustainability and management of natural resources, cleaner, greener and more efficient energy and power, medical and biomedical science discoveries and development, climate change management, etc.
Therefore, the School practises innovative and applicable industry-relevant research, expanding both the academic and professional knowledge of mathematical sciences. It also has a strong record of research and development; essential to facilitating quality postgraduate research programs and encourages research that engages the interest of industry and community partners.
The School plays key roles in major UTS key research strengths, namely the Quantitative Finance Research Centre (QFRC) and the Centre for Ultrahigh-bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems (CUDOS).
Graduates are outstanding professionals who are highly valued and actively sought after by local and international employers.
