Course Overview

About This Course

From data management to biostatistics, finance to environmental modelling, our advanced-level mathematics degree will prepare you for a wide range of careers. Mathematics and statistics graduates can work across many industries, wherever logical skill and analysis of quantitative data is needed to provide accurate and timely answers. In your arts degree, you can explore humanities, creative arts, social sciences, languages or business. You'll develop a broader understanding of the world and gain the skills you need to make a difference. With expertise across two disciplines, this double degree will broaden your skillset and expand your career possibilities.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

2026 Lowest Selection Rank (ATAR + adjustment factors): 93.0
2026 Lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors): 88.05
2026 A Levels: 15.0 (based on four Advanced Level A2 subjects; entry scores calculated from best three or four A2 subjects using A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1; at most one Applied A Level subject may be included)
2026 IB Diploma: 37.0
Assumed knowledge for Advanced Mathematics (Hons) component: Mathematics Extension 1
Assumed knowledge for Arts component: None
International ATAR: 88.0
UNSW Foundation Studies GPA: 7.7
Great Britain GCE A Levels: 12.0 (minimum of two A2 subjects; A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 34.0
SAT (after 2016): 1240.0 (total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores; must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies)
English language proficiency requirements apply; Australian Year 12 qualification accepted as evidence; otherwise English language tests, prior study in medium of English, or other qualifications required

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Mathematics and statistics graduates can work across many industries, wherever logical skill and analysis of quantitative data is needed to provide accurate and timely answers. Study areas include data management, biostatistics, finance, and environmental modelling. The arts component prepares graduates for careers in government, NGO, education, media, and the arts, among other fields.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units1 units

SCIF1131

Advanced Mathematics Core Course

Core course required as part of the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) component.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units of credit do I need to complete this double degree?

You must complete 240 Units of Credit (UOC) in total, including 144 UOC for the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) and 96 UOC for the Bachelor of Arts. Students undertaking a double degree do not take general education or free elective courses.

What mathematics specialisations can I choose in this degree?

In your science degree, you can specialise in one of three areas: Applied Mathematics (development and implementation of methods to understand and predict real-world problems), Pure Mathematics (discovering patterns and structures that underlie wide areas of mathematics), or Advanced Statistics (methodology for drawing conclusions from data, estimating the present, predicting the future and making decisions in the face of uncertainty).

What arts majors are available in this double degree?

You can complete a major in a wide range of arts study areas including Asian Studies, Criminology, Creative Writing, English, Environmental Humanities, European Studies, Film Studies, Geographical Studies, Global Development, History, Indigenous Studies, Languages (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish), Linguistics, and Media, Culture and Technology, among others. You must complete two arts majors, or an arts major, an arts minor and prescribed arts elective courses.

What is the honours year and what does it involve?

The honours year is an integral part of the degree. It involves a supervised research project and advanced coursework. You'll conduct original scientific investigations and analysis while developing your critical and integrative thinking.

What are UNSW's rankings for mathematics and statistics?

UNSW is ranked #2 in Australia and in the global top 50 for mathematics, and ranked equal #1 in Australia for Statistics and Operational Research, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.

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