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science adv maths is not actuary..
actuary is a discipline related to commerce, tho it is heavy math/statistics based...
in a sci(adv math) stream, u will need to major in math and statistics in the bacholar of science.
career option, well, applied math will grant u into fields which algorithms need to be written to solve real life problems, things like modelling, predicting... statistics, contrary to popular belief, is actually alot theoretical based... after graduate, u can find urself in places like ABS, govt sector, private sector ... any places where data need to be collected and analysed...
a further note, a math major can assist in alot of fields... not only in the field of science... for eg, i believe engineering require a certain level of maths... a 2nd yr subject called financial mathematics is also offered to assist those wanting a career in commerce field.
to major in maths n stat:
first yr u do wut ever one does... 12cp of maths, 36 cp of something else
2nd yr do at least 2 maths 2 stat (1 per sem)
3rd yr, u will be able to do major in maths + stat... (noting however, some 3rd topic require prereq from1st/2nd yr... so choose wisely)
actuary is a discipline related to commerce, tho it is heavy math/statistics based...
in a sci(adv math) stream, u will need to major in math and statistics in the bacholar of science.
career option, well, applied math will grant u into fields which algorithms need to be written to solve real life problems, things like modelling, predicting... statistics, contrary to popular belief, is actually alot theoretical based... after graduate, u can find urself in places like ABS, govt sector, private sector ... any places where data need to be collected and analysed...
a further note, a math major can assist in alot of fields... not only in the field of science... for eg, i believe engineering require a certain level of maths... a 2nd yr subject called financial mathematics is also offered to assist those wanting a career in commerce field.
to major in maths n stat:
first yr u do wut ever one does... 12cp of maths, 36 cp of something else
2nd yr do at least 2 maths 2 stat (1 per sem)
3rd yr, u will be able to do major in maths + stat... (noting however, some 3rd topic require prereq from1st/2nd yr... so choose wisely)
Super Pig
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Hmm I don't think you have to major in stats in this stream, but you do need to major in maths. This is really a generic degree that focuses on developing your quantitative skills that are virtually applicable in every field you can think of. So if you are interested in maths but not really sure about your future career directions, this is a good choice. If you wanna get into the business world, BCom/BSc(Adv maths) offers a good combination.
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Oh, it's basically a Science degree in which you need at least one major in either maths or stats at the adv level. First year is generally a typical science selection of subjects. It is pretty flexible compared to other degrees.
If you are dedicated enough to mathematics and can persevere through the years, then I believe you will find it quite satisfying. Currently I find 1st year maths a bit slow but the stuff gets better in higher years.
I'm not too aware about the career prospects as I mainly chose to do the degree out of interest. However, I will make my decisions in the future.
You'll also get invited to the Maths special studies program, which cover severl topics which are quite interesting.
So I reckon it's a pretty nice degree to do, but it requires a fair bit of dedication to mathematics.
If you are dedicated enough to mathematics and can persevere through the years, then I believe you will find it quite satisfying. Currently I find 1st year maths a bit slow but the stuff gets better in higher years.
I'm not too aware about the career prospects as I mainly chose to do the degree out of interest. However, I will make my decisions in the future.
You'll also get invited to the Maths special studies program, which cover severl topics which are quite interesting.
So I reckon it's a pretty nice degree to do, but it requires a fair bit of dedication to mathematics.
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I have $99.65, where can I buy that UAI?
nit
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Interesting eh...hence the late-night job on assignment no.2?
Actually I agree, the topics for maths ssp are pretty interesting.
nit
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yes, you waffled quite nicely, though rather messily. I dug deep and managed to waffle my way to a 27 page assignment all up...all of the 6 pages for q3 were complete waffle though.
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That'd be BA&Sc, BLibStud or BA/BSc you'd want.KFunk said:
I'm not in the TSP, so I can't really comment on exact details. But it allows you to take units not from science quite easily, and if you have done sufficient cp of a subject I suppose you can major in it without being in that faculty.KFunk said:
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Though it requires a uai of 99+ and a band 6 in a hsc science sub or 95+ in 4unit maths to get invited. I don't know much about taking interfaculty stuff though, but I'm using it to get some prerequisites waivered so I can take higher year units.
Bob.J
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the whole point of science degrees these days (especially maths) is that it gives you the most number of job options available. You could work in ANY field you want with it, almost.xrtzx said:2) what career options do u have??
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