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University of Technology, Sydney (UTS)

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Master of Science (Research) in Mathematical Sciences

  • Masters (Research)

The Master of Science (Research) in Mathematical Sciences provides an opportunity to acquire research skills and to deepen knowledge in one of the areas of mathematics.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Research)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
C03026, 032335A
Study Mode
In person

About this course

The Master of Science (Research) in Mathematical Sciences provides an opportunity to acquire research skills and to deepen knowledge in one of the areas of mathematics. The aim of the program is the professional development of candidates through mastery of a substantial body of mathematical literature together with original research work under the guidance of a supervisor.

This research degree provides an opportunity for graduates to acquire high-level research skills and substantially deepen their knowledge in an area of mathematics or statistics. Students work under the guidance of a supervisor who is a full-time academic staff member of the faculty. Students may be required to take a prescribed subject in research methodology or any other subject deemed necessary by their principal supervisor.

Study locations

City

City campus

Career pathways

Skills in research and the ability to think mathematically are in growing demand in industry, finance and various government organisations. As a consequence, graduates of this course significantly broaden their career choices, and the research topic may be chosen to further facilitate their career paths, for example, in senior levels of market research, quantitative management and quantitative finance.

Course structure

Students work under the guidance of a supervisor who is a member of the full-time academic staff of the University. The degree is examined through the presentation of a thesis. Students are also required to present seminars during the time of their enrolment and at the completion of their program. Students may be required to take one or several subjects deemed necessary by their principal supervisor or the Faculty Research Committee.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Technology, Sydney (UTS).
77.7%
Overall satisfaction
86.8%
Skill scale
69.1%
Teaching scale
66.7%
Employed full-time
$84k
Average salary