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Master of Science (Mathematics and Planning)

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code 689

This research program focuses on applied statistics. Areas available for research include mathematical modelling, image analysis, time series analysis, spatial data analysis, geostatistics and spatial modelling.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex ideas, concepts and theories in an area of mathematical sciences.
  2. Apply communication and collaboration skills to analyse, interpret, and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge in mathematical sciences.
  3. Reflect critically on a complex body of specialist knowledge and understanding of recent developments and methods applicable to the field of mathematical sciences.
  4. Use high-level self-management skills to plan and execute a substantial piece of research.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 6)

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have a three-year undergraduate degree which includes a substantial mathematics component, with equivalents considered.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 2 Years
  • Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Part Time, Full Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Johnny Su Hau LO

Course Structure

Year 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
RES5115Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches20
MAT5215Introduction to Geostatistics20
SCI5140Current Issues in Natural Sciences20
ASP5113Masters Thesis 120
ASP5114Masters Thesis 220
And
MAT5218 ^Geostatistical Methods20
Or
MAT5212 ^Biostatistics20

Note: Students who have completed MAT5215 Introduction to Geostatistics, or equivalent, should enrol in MAT5219 Modelling and Simulation.

Year 2
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Students are required to continue re-enrolling in the thesis component of their study until the thesis is submitted for examination.
MAT6200Masters Thesis

^ Core Option

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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