Mathematics and statistics
Why study Honours in Mathematics and statistics?
This course allows you to pursue advanced undergraduate studies in mathematics, statistics or both mathematics and statistics. An Honours degree gives you the chance to set your undergraduate qualification apart from other graduates and tailor your own learning.
You can start to specialise in your areas of interests by selecting the subjects you want to study, and the Honours Coordinator will be happy to discuss your choice of subjects with you.
Download the Students' Handbook [PDF 1.77MB] for detailed information on entry requirements, course structure, assessment and potential thesis topics.
Key Centre for Statistical Science
Honours students may choose units offered by the Key Centre for Statistical Science (KCSS) – a collective organisation that includes La Trobe University, Monash University, RMIT and the University of Melbourne.
Access Grid Room (AGR)
Honours students may also choose subjects offered remotely through the Department’s Access Grid Room (AGR). See a full list of the subjects offered through the AGR.
Career opportunities
There is a worldwide shortage of qualified statisticians. Graduates are prepared for a range of careers that require quantitative skills. Mathematics and statistics play a crucial role in many areas of science including computer science and the life sciences.
Local students
Eligibility
To be eligible for entry into Honours in Mathematics and Statistics, students require a grade average of 70% or more in 60 credit points of MAT3 and/or STA3 units (not including STA3AP) and an average grade of 60% or more across all third year units. Students achieving this requirement are not necessarily guaranteed entry into the program as places are limited.
Students transferring from other institutions require a 70% average in equivalent subjects.
For students who have not recently completed an undergraduate degree the Postgraduate Diploma of Science offers the same course content.
How to Apply
Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. View our research specialisations to see potential topics.
For further information on how to apply contact the Honours coordinator:
Dr Marcel Jackson
Phone +61 3 9479 1570
Email M.G.Jackson@latrobe.edu.au
Structure
120 credit points
Fee Type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There are also a wide range of scholarships available for local students, including an Honours year grant, available to students facing financial hardship.
International students
How to Apply
Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. View our research specialisations to see potential topics.
For further information on eligibilty and how to apply contact the Honours coordinator
Dr Marcel Jackson
Phone +61 3 9479 1570
Email M.G.Jackson@latrobe.edu.au
Structure
120 credit points
Fees and scholarships
Contact La Trobe International for estimated fee costs for international students and scholarship information.
Related study options
Your study experience
Overseas study opportunities
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About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academic staff during your studies, from tutors through to lecturers and supervisors. You can view staff in Mathematics and statistics or search all staff in the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering.
