The Graduate Certificate in Mathematics and Statistics is a short and flexible program designed to deepen the mathematics or statistics knowledge gained in undergraduate studies. It's designed for students with a degree comprising a significant quantitative component, such as science, engineering or finance, who wish to consolidate their mathematical background for further studies.

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Mathematicians and statisticians are trained to think logically and to approach problems in analytical and creative ways. Studying mathematics and statistics prepares you for a wide variety of careers as it equips you with the problem-solving, computing and communication skills that employers want.

Academic and research positions within universities, the CSIRO and the Defence Science and Technology Organisation are available for those with the drive to discover new knowledge in mathematics and statistics. 

Potential careers

• Mathematical Modeller
• Banker 
• Programmer
• Business Analyst 
• Maths Communicator

To gain entry to this program, you must: Have completed a Bachelor of Mathematics or a Bachelor of Science undergraduate degree with a major in mathematics or statistics; and Have sufficient

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of C+ and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.