Mathematics is a language of fundamental importance which underpins many activities of society. It plays a crucial role, both theoretically and practically, in many areas such as science, computing, economics and finance.

Mathematics is available as a first major for the Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences with Honours (BCMS(Hons)) and the Bachelor of Science (BSc). Mathematics may also be included as a second major or minor in other undergraduate degrees, subject to approval of the Division in which the student is enrolled.

To complete Mathematics as a single major for the BCMS(Hons) or the BSc, students must gain 135 points from papers listed for Mathematics, including 105 points above 100 level, and 60 points above 200 level. Students must complete MATHS101 or MATHS104, MATHS102 or MATHS103, MATHS201, and MATHS202. Students may include up to 30 points of DATAX-coded papers as part of their Mathematics major. Students in the BCMS(Hons) will also need to take at least 60 points in the subject of Mathematics at 500 level, including MATHS520.

To complete Mathematics as part of a double major for the BCMS(Hons), BSc or other undergraduate degree, students must gain 120 points from papers listed for Mathematics, including 90 points above 100 level, and 45 points above 200 level. Students must complete MATHS101 or MATHS104, MATHS102 or MATHS103, MATHS201, and MATHS202. Students may include up to 30 points of DATAX-coded papers as part of their Mathematics major. Students in the BCMS(Hons) will also need to take at least 60 points in the subject of their first major at 500 level including MATHS520 if Mathematics is the first major.

To complete a minor in Mathematics, students must complete 60 points, including at least 30 points above 100 level. The 60 points must be chosen from the papers listed for the Mathematics major. MATHS135 may also be taken towards a minor. Students may include up to 15 points of DATAX-coded papers.

Note:

Students who commenced a major in Mathematics in 2017 or prior are encouraged to contact the Division of Health, Engineering, Computing and Science for programme advice.

There will be no new enrolments in the following degrees: BA(Hons) in Mathematics, BCMS(Hons) in Mathematics and the MA in Mathematics. Students enrolled in these degrees previously should consult the Division of Health, Engineering, Computing and Science for programme advice.

Note on Assessment:

To be eligible to pass these papers students should normally achieve a minimum grade of D in the internal assessment and the final examination, and an overall grade of C-.

Other qualifications

Prescriptions for:

Mathematics papers

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CSMAX170 Foundations in Computing and Mathematical Sciences right arrow

The objective of this paper is to provide students with the academic foundations for computing and mathematical sciences. The paper will cover the...

15 No occurrences
CSMAX175 Introduction to Cyber Security right arrow

This paper provides an introduction to Cyber Security through the exploration of concepts such as digital information, digital identities, digital...

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Tauranga) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
ENGEN101 Engineering Maths and Modelling 1A right arrow

A study of the fundamental techniques of algebra and calculus with engineering applications.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Secondary School - Unistart) & 25A (Tauranga) & 25B (Hamilton)
ENGEN102 Engineering Maths and Modelling 1B right arrow

A further study of the fundamental techniques of algebra and calculus with engineering applications. Includes an introduction to relevant statistical...

15 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) & 25B (Tauranga) & 25G (Hamilton)
MATHS103 Mathematics 1A right arrow

A study of the fundamental techniques of algebra and calculus.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
MATHS104 Mathematics 1B right arrow

A further study of the fundamental techniques of algebra and calculus.

15 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS135 Discrete Structures right arrow

An introduction to a number of the structures of discrete mathematics with wide applicability in areas such as: computer logic, analysis of...

15 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) & 25B (Tauranga) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
MATHS165 General Mathematics right arrow

An introduction to algebra, calculus, and their applications for students without NCEA Level 3 Mathematics. Students who meet the prerequisites of...

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton Waikato College)
MATHS166 Management Mathematics right arrow

An introduction to algebra and calculus for students in Management or Social Sciences. Students who meet the prerequisites for MATHS103 may wish to...

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
MATHS168 Preparatory Mathematics right arrow

This paper covers basic algebraic concepts, along with an introduction to statistics and calculus. It is intended for those who wish to improve their...

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25JS (Hamilton)
RPLCR103 Recognition of Prior Learning - Mathematics 1A right arrow

A study of the fundamental techniques of algebra and calculus.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25H (Hamilton)
RPLCR104 Recognition of Prior Learning - Mathematics 1B right arrow

A further study of the fundamental techniques and applications of calculus and algebra.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25H (Hamilton)
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CSMAX270 Cultural Perspectives for Computing and Mathematical Sciences right arrow

The paper provides students with an understanding of scientific and culture-specific perspectives on issues in computing and mathematical sciences...

15 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Tauranga)
DATAX201 Practical Data Science right arrow

This paper gives students practical experience for the entire data science process. It covers the data collection process, data cleaning and...

15 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Online) & 25B (Tauranga)
DATAX221 Statistical Data Analysis right arrow

This paper introduces students to the R programming language. Analysis of variance, multiple regression, non parametric methods and time series are...

15 25A (Hamilton)
DATAX222 Principles of Probability and Statistics right arrow

This paper introduces the theoretical background that underpins modern probability and statistics. Topics include conditional probability, random...

15 25B (Hamilton)
ENGEN201 Engineering Maths and Modelling 2 right arrow

Calculus of Several Variables and its Applications. Vector calculus (Green's, Gauss' and Stokes' theorems). Taylor's Theorem in n dimensions...

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25H (Online)
MATHS201 Continuing Calculus right arrow

Calculus of Several Variables and its Applications. Vector calculus (Green's, Gauss' and Stokes' theorems). Taylor's Theorem in n dimensions. The...

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
MATHS202 Linear Algebra right arrow

A formal approach to linear algebra, with applications. Topics include: axioms of a vector space, linear independence, spanning sets and bases...

15 25B (Hamilton) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
MATHS204 Mathematical Tools for Scientists right arrow

This paper gives students a practical introduction to mathematical modelling and real-world problem solving, especially as it relates to science.

15 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS235 Discrete Mathematics right arrow

An exploration of topics in discrete mathematics with applications in computer science, including: graph theory and networks, coding theory and...

15 25A (Hamilton)
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COMPX344 Applied Computational Methods right arrow

This paper explores numerical methods with applications to real world problems. A verity of classes of problems will be introduced, and appropriate...

15 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
COMPX361 Logic and Computation right arrow

The syllabus includes: further development of predicate logic with application to program verification; mathematical induction including structural...

15 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Tauranga) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
COMPX367 Computational Mathematics right arrow

Introduces numerical methods for solving various mathematical problems.

15 25B (Hamilton)
DATAX321 Advanced Data Analysis right arrow

This paper uses R for data analysis and modelling. The topics covered are general linear models, generalised linear models, and statistical learning...

15 25B (Hamilton)
DATAX322 Probability and Stochastic Processes right arrow

This paper introduces students to probability theory and stochastic processes. It covers formally the theoretical foundations of probability, random...

15 25A (Hamilton)
ENGEN301 Engineering Maths and Modelling 3 right arrow

Introduces numerical methods and statistical ideas relevant to Engineering.

15 25A (Hamilton)
MATHS301 Real and Complex Analysis right arrow

Further real analysis, including a formal approach to continuity, differentiability and power series. An introduction to the calculus of complex...

15 25A (Hamilton)
MATHS307 Rings and Fields right arrow

This paper considers the algebraic structures of rings and fields together with applications of the ideas.

15 25A (Hamilton)
MATHS341 Partial Differential Equations right arrow

Develops solution techniques for first and second order partial differential equations, including the method of characteristics and separation of...

15 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS390 Directed Study right arrow

Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS397 Work-Integrated Learning Directed Study right arrow

Students carry out an independent work-related project on an approved topic under staff supervision.

15 25X (Hamilton)
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COMPX546 Graph Theory right arrow

An introduction to graph theory and combinatorics, including network optimisation algorithms.

15 25A (Hamilton)
COMPX567 Advanced Computational Mathematics right arrow

This paper considers computational methods for solving various mathematical problems.

15 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS507 Advanced Rings and Fields right arrow

This paper considers the algebraic structures of rings and fields together with applications of the ideas, studied at an advanced level.

15 25A (Hamilton)
MATHS512 Continuous Groups right arrow

An introduction to the study of continuous groups, particularly matrix groups. The groups have application to theoretical physics.

15 25A (Hamilton)
MATHS520 Dissertation right arrow

A directed investigation and report on an approved project or study topic.

45 25X (Hamilton)
MATHS541 Classical Partial Differential Equations right arrow

Topics chosen from: first-order equations; the method of characteristics; second-order equations: wave, diffusion, and potential; separation of...

15 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS555 Advanced Classical Mechanics right arrow

The theory of classical mechanics from a variational point of view.

15 25A (Hamilton)
MATHS581 Special Topic in Mathematics 1 right arrow

One or more special topics in mathematics, at an advanced level.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS582 Special Topic in Mathematics 2 right arrow

One or more special topics in mathematics, at an advanced level.

15 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton)
MATHS591 Dissertation right arrow

A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation.

30 25X (Hamilton)
MATHS592 Dissertation right arrow

A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation.

60 25X (Hamilton)
MATHS593 Mathematics Thesis right arrow

An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research.

90 25X (Hamilton)
MATHS594 Mathematics Thesis right arrow

An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research.

120 25X (Hamilton)
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MATHS800 Mathematics MPhil Thesis right arrow

120 25X (Hamilton)
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MATHS900 Mathematics PhD Thesis right arrow

120 25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25X (Hamilton)
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