C10224v3 Bachelor of Mathematics and Computing Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

Overview

This course integrates studies in mathematics and computing with immersion in another language and culture, enhancing professional training and career options. The course is designed to meet the increasing industry need for graduates with both computational and analytical skills. It offers the prospect of careers in fields which require a sound knowledge of computing together with the ability to analyse and model practical situations.

Demand for mathematics and computing skills is increasing as quantitative analysis becomes more widespread in dealing with commercial and industrial problems. There is also a growing need for teachers with skills in computing as well as mathematics, and graduates of this course are well qualified to fill this role. Employment opportunities are enhanced by the international experience of studying and living overseas.

Career options

Career options include programmer, quantitative analyst, software engineer, systems analyst and technical applications software developer. Teachers with qualifications in this field are highly sought after. Graduates of this course can expect to gain employment in a range of companies and industries that rely on IT and computational techniques, including banks, finance, insurance, logistics and transport, and manufacturing.

Course duration and attendance

The combined degree is offered only on a full-time basis over five years. Students spend two semesters of study at a university or other higher education institution in the country of their major.

Course structure

Students are required to complete 240 credit points of study, comprising 144 credit points in mathematics and computing and 96 credit points in international studies. The mathematics and computing component consists of an integrated sequence of subjects in the mathematical sciences and information technology. The international studies component requires students to study a region or country major over a minimum of three years. The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is not offered as a separate degree, but is completed only in combination with the professional degree program.

Course program

Further study at UTS

Professional recognition

Graduates of this course are eligible for associate-level membership of the Australian Computer Society.

Other information

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