Bachelor

Bachelor of Science (Major in Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Science)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science majoring in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science equips graduates to function effectively in an increasingly technological society. The three disciplines provide a wide range of concepts, techniques, and tools fundamental to virtually all areas of modern life.

Mathematics prepares students for careers requiring quantitative skills, with pure mathematics concentrating on concepts, theorems, proofs, algorithms, and computer models. Statistics develops skills in designing research studies, analysing results, and applying mathematically oriented methods for inference, prediction, and decision-making in areas such as quality control, agricultural planning, finance, and environmental protection. Computer Science prepares students for careers in banks, industries, management, and government; a popular joint program combines Computer Science and Statistics. Degree subjects are available through Lahara sessions and first-year subjects can be studied by distance education.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for selection into the Science Foundation Year (SFY), applicants must have successfully completed Grade 12 from a recognised institution. Requirements are strict:

  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.20 (in practice, applicants with higher GPAs are generally considered).
  • Minimum grade of B in English — a grade of C automatically disqualifies the applicant.
  • Minimum grade of A in Advanced Mathematics (Maths A) — General Mathematics (Maths B) cannot substitute for Advanced Mathematics.
  • Minimum grade of B in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at Grade 12 level.
  • Intake is limited by a strict quota system.

Non-School Leavers must complete all three sciences in addition to English, and must complete Applied Finite Mathematics if upgrading Mathematics A. They must meet the minimum GPA of 3.20 and will be recommended to enrol at the NCD Open Campus if all requirements are met.

Course Structure

Year 1

Semester 1

  • 1.10821Computer Literacy & Numeracy
  • 1.10801Foundation Mathematics I
  • 1.10803Applied Finite Mathematics

Semester 2

  • 1.10802Foundation Mathematics II
  • 1.10804Fundamentals of Calculus

Year 2

Semester 1

  • 1.20801Calculus I
  • 1.20803Discrete Mathematics
  • 1.20804Linear Algebra
  • 1.20811Basic Statistics
  • 1.20823Information Technology Concepts

Semester 2

  • 1.20802Calculus II
  • 1.20812Statistical Methods
  • 1.20822Introduction to Programming

Year 3

Semester 1

  • 1.30801Calculus III
  • 1.30811Probability & Sampling Distributions
  • 1.30821Introduction to Databases
  • 1.30823Data Structures & Algorithms
  • 1.30831Ordinary Differential Equations

Semester 2

  • 1.30802Calculus IV
  • 1.30803Abstract Algebra
  • 1.30804Work Experience
  • 1.30812Inferential Statistics
  • 1.30813Estimation & Test of Hypothesis
  • 1.30822Systems Analysis
  • 1.30824Database Design & Management
  • 1.30832Partial Differential Equations

Course codes shown are indicative. Please contact the School directly for official course codes and credit information.