2019 Undergraduate Courses
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Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) | 2019

Testamur Title of Degree:

Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar)

Abbreviation:

BMedMath(Dean'sSchol)

UOW Course Code:

1855

CRICOS Code:

076241K

Total Credit Points:

144

Duration:

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences

Intake Session(s):

Autumn

Delivery Mode:

On-campus (Face-to-face)

Delivery Campus / UAC Code:

Wollongong / 756535

Overview

It is widely recognised that mathematical and statistical modelling and analysis are the key to future breakthroughs in areas including the understanding of biological systems, the treatment of diseases, drug development, and targeted clinical trials. This is because mathematics and statistics enable us to design meaningful yet streamlined experiments; find structure in data; and construct models that help to predict, and therefore control, future outcomes.

The Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) provides the tools and develops the skills required for advanced modelling and analysis in the medical and health sector. Students gain the skills needed to pursue careers in mathematics, statistics, medical research and industry, in areas such as genetics, epidemiology, medical imaging, drug delivery, neurophysiology, and pharmacokinetics.

Dean's Scholars degrees are highly recognisable, giving students the edge in competitive employment. The degree offers a challenging and enriched educational experience for high-achieving students who want to perform above the level normally expected. Students are also encouraged to continue their studies through the completion of Honours and research programs.

Students in this course receive special privileges as they study such as accelerated learning, where appropriate, and academic mentoring. Dean’s Scholars are also encouraged to contribute to the scholarly life of the Faculty through events in the Faculty's postgraduate program.

Places are limited each year. Current students who have achieved a weighted average mark (WAM) of 80 at the end of one year of full-time study in a relevant degree may apply to transfer to the Dean’s Scholar degree.

Continuation in the Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) degrees will normally be dependent on the student achieving a WAM of at least 80 in each year of study. Students who do not meet the required average will be transferred to the Bachelor of Medical Mathematics degree.

Please note that the Dean's Scholar Program is not offered for double degrees and is not a scholarship.

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

CLO Description
1 Demonstrate a coherent core understanding of the fundamentals of both the mathematical and statistical disciplines.
2 Exhibit depth and breadth of knowledge in the discipline areas of mathematics and statistics.
3 Integrate knowledge derived from the medical, biological, physical and behavioural sciences.
4 Investigate, solve and critically interpret practical and/or abstract problems using mathematical and/or statistical methods, including appropriate software tools.
5 Appropriately communicate mathematical and/or statistical reasoning and conclusions to different audiences, using various delivery modes.
6 Apply professional, social and ethical approaches in learning to extend existing knowledge and to work effectively and responsibly as an individual or a team member.
7 Plan and compose a research-based project or piece of scholarship that demonstrates understanding and critical analysis in medical mathematics.

Course Structure

Students who enrol in Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) shall satisfactorily complete 144 credit points of prescribed subjects as listed in the table below: 

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
Year 1
Autumn
Students must choose ONE of the following two subjects:
CHEM101 Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry 6 Autumn
CHEM104 Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter 6 Autumn
Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) must select CHEM101. All other students must enrol in CHEM104.
MATH100 Introduction to Mathematics 6 Autumn
MATH187 Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus 6 Autumn
MEDI100 Human Structure and Function 6 Autumn
Spring
Students must choose ONE of the following two subjects:
CHEM102 Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life 6 Spring
CHEM105 Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures 6 Spring
Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) must select CHEM102. All other students must enrol in CHEM105.
BIOL103 Molecules, Cells and Organisms 6 Spring
MATH188 Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus 6 Spring
STAT101 Introduction to Statistics 6 Spring
Year 2
Autumn
MATH201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus 6 Autumn
MATH202 Differential Equations: Analysis and Applications 6 Autumn
BIOL213 Principles of Biochemistry 6 Autumn
STAT201 Random Variables and Estimation 6 Autumn
Spring
MATH203 Linear Algebra and Groups 6 Spring
MATH205 Numerical Methods 6 Spring
BIOL215 Introductory Genetics 6 Spring
STAT202 Statistical Inference and Introduction to Model Building 6 Spring
Year 3
Autumn
MATH329 Medical Mathematics 6 Autumn
STAT332 Linear and Generalised Linear Models 6 Spring
STAT335 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design 6 Autumn
PSYC101 Introduction to Behavioural Science 6 Autumn, Summer 2019/2020
Spring
MATH319 Advanced Numerical Methods 6 Not available in 2019
STAT301 Statistical Methods for Data Science 6 Not available in 2019
PHYS155 Introduction to Biomedical Physics 6 Spring
Students must choose ONE of the following two subjects:
MATH345 Mathematics Project B 6 Autumn, Spring
STAT345 Statistics Project B 6 Autumn, Spring

 Accelerated Program

Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar) students who also meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Mathematics Advanced, which currently specify an ATAR of 95 and a high performance in Mathematics Extension 2, will be considered for an accelerated form of the above program. This involves permission to replace MATH187 and MATH188 by MATH110 Advanced Mathematics. Details should be discussed with the Academic Program Director.

Honours

A fourth year of study, Honours, is available to students who have achieved a Credit average or better in the Bachelor of Medical Mathematics (Dean's Scholar). It is a  more challenging program that includes a research project. Students who wish to enter the Honours program should obtain the approval of the Honours Coordinator at the end of their third year.

Other Information

For further information email: eis@uow.edu.au or the Academic Program Director

Last reviewed: 15 November, 2018