Master of Science (Mathematics and Statistics)

The University of Melbourne

Mathematics and statistics provide powerful tools for understanding the natural world and human endeavours, ranging from health care to logistics to economics. This coursework masters degree, which includes a major research project, will take your expertise in mathematics and statistics to an advanced level. The Master of Science (Mathematics and Statistics) provides excellent preparation for a specialist role in the workforce or graduate research in the field. The course is designed with flexibility in mind. Choose from one of five areas to specialise in: Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Biology, Operations Research and Industrial Optimisation, Pure Mathematics, Statistics and Stochastic Processes and Mathematical Physics and Physical Combinatorics. In addition to compulsory subjects, you’ll be able to select electives from a broad range of advanced subjects – both from your chosen specialty and from others. You can even choose to take advanced subjects in physics, computer science or bioinformatics.Career outcomesQualified mathematicians and statisticians are in high demand due to a national shortage. Consequently, graduates of higher level degrees in these areas often attract head-hunters and above-average salaries.

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