Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours)

The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) is a four-year, full-time degree that focuses on advanced mathematics coursework, including majors in applied mathematics, pure mathematics, and advanced statistics.

Overview

This program is designed for students who love mathematics and want to pursue a career in a quantitative field. With a strong focus on preparing students for a range of careers, including jobs in finance, tech, and other fast-growing industries, this degree opens doors to a wide range of exciting, well-paid careers.

Key Features

• Make your degree your own with flexible study options
• Take on real-world challenges with your honours research project
• Get hands-on experience before you graduate

Why Study at UNSW?

• Learn with the best: UNSW is ranked #2 in Australia and in the global top 50 for mathematics (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025)
• Leverage our industry connections: As a global top 20 university, you can reach your career goals with industry-relevant skills and training

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) is made up of 24 courses plus an honours year taken over four years of full-time study.

Majors

• Applied Mathematics: Learn how to understand and solve real-world problems using maths
• Pure Mathematics: Dive into the core ideas behind all maths, exploring patterns and structures
• Advanced Statistics: Discover how to make sense of big, complex data sets

Future Careers

Mathematics plays a key role in everything from finance and tech to healthcare, government, and climate science. With a Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) from UNSW, youll graduate with in-demand skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Double Degrees

Our double degrees enable you to broaden your opportunities and study different areas simultaneously. You can combine the Bachelor of Advanced Mathematics (Honours) with one of the following to form a double degree:

• Actuarial Studies
• Arts
• Commerce
• Computer Science
• Economics
• Engineering (Hons)
• Law

How to Apply

Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service.

Fees & Scholarships

2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $7,500* 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $27,500* Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 1

Scholarships

At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether youre a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes, and awards can support your journey.

• UNSW Mathematics Scholarship (UGCA1108)
• School of Mathematics and Statistics Beautiful Mind Scholarship (UGCA1392)
• Faculty of Science Scholarship (UGCA1106)
• The Ian and Barbara Burgess Memorial Rural Science Scholarship (UGCE1466)
• Women in Science Scholarship (UGCA1599)
• Science Achiever Award (UGCA1358)
• School of Mathematics and Statistics Indigenous Scholarship (UGCE1268)
• School of Mathematics and Statistics Rural Student Scholarship (UGCE1079)