From banking, medicine, AI and data analytics, the possibilities are endless with a Maths & Stats degree from Murdoch Uni.
A degree in Mathematics and Statistics can take you far, to interesting and often surprising places. Maths and Stats sets the foundation for understanding a whole range of different areas and is the starting point for many other degrees and career paths and makes a great combination with other majors.
Where can a degree in Mathematics & Statistics take you?
There are diverse career opportunities for Mathematics and Statistics graduates. You can find a job in almost any sector, including:
- Banking
- Bioinformation
- Epidemiologist
- Investments
- Accounting
- Quantitative Risk Analysis
- Project Management
- Management Consulting
...and so many more. Explore more job opportunities from AMSI.
When combined with studies in respective areas, you are set for a great career in law, health sciences, teaching and engineering. Plus, a shortage of numerate graduates makes mathematics and statistics graduates highly employable. Especially, in the field of teaching and researching.
Why study at Murdoch?
As a Murdoch Mathematics and Statistics student, you will learn from high achieving and friendly academics with a wide range of experience in teaching, research and collaborative initiatives within industries. You will also learn from experts from various industries and gain valuable experience, preparing you for a successful career.
The focus of our Mathematics and Statistics major is very practical. You'll have the opportunity to work on projects solving real-world problems. You'll develop advanced skills in computational methods, including data analysis – skills that are in high demand across a range of industries.
Combining your degree
In the flexible Bachelor of Science degree, you can study a second major of your choice from across the university. This broadens your skillset and helps set you apart. You will then develop a broad range of professional, problem solving and soft skills which are widely sought by employers and have opportunities to seek world-wide employment or pursue a research career.
Hear from a current student
Initially interested in computer science, Jaiden di Lanzo decided to pursue his second tertiary education at Murdoch University. As a part of his degree, he had to take math units, which he then fell in love with. Now, Jaiden is majoring in Math & Stats.
Not sure if you want to fully dedicate your studies to Maths and Stats?
If you are considering a degree in Mathematics and Statistics but are not 100% sure if it's right for you, there are options available to you.
You may choose to study a Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Statistics) which is a full-fledged but accessible degree which qualifies for Honour's study in Mathematics and Statistics.
You may also choose to study Applied Mathematics and Statistics, an accessible major that fits well alongside other degrees as the second major. It is a fully self-contained degree with no prerequisites beyond ATAR Maths Methods, but still includes options to accommodate other pathways, including lower-level high school maths.