'My favourite part of this course is the capstone unit, where we get to learn maths theories then apply them to real-world problems in assignments and group projects. I get asked a lot what I am going to do with a maths degree. A maths degree gives a solid analytical and problem-solving foundation that may be used to a variety of careers, such as academia, data science, finance, or working in the tech industry. A mathematics degree opens up a world of opportunities.'
Thunyaporn (Pam) Suetrong, Thailand Bachelor of Mathematics (Operations Research)
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Applied science and mathematics
Kari Stuart talks about returning to study and discovering the varied and unexpected careers a Bachelor of Mathematics can lead you to.
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'My favourite part of this course is the capstone unit, where we get to learn maths theories then apply them to real-world problems in assignments and group projects. I get asked a lot what I am going to do with a maths degree. A maths degree gives a solid analytical and problem-solving foundation that may be used to a variety of careers, such as academia, data science, finance, or working in the tech industry. A mathematics degree opens up a world of opportunities.'
Thunyaporn (Pam) Suetrong, Thailand Bachelor of Mathematics (Operations Research)
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Applied science and mathematics
Kari Stuart talks about returning to study and discovering the varied and unexpected careers a Bachelor of Mathematics can lead you to.
A world of opportunities
'My favourite part of this course is the capstone unit, where we get to learn maths theories then apply them to real-world problems in assignments and group projects. I get asked a lot what I am going to do with a maths degree. A maths degree gives a solid analytical and problem-solving foundation that may be used to a variety of careers, such as academia, data science, finance, or working in the tech industry. A mathematics degree opens up a world of opportunities.'
Thunyaporn (Pam) Suetrong, Thailand Bachelor of Mathematics (Operations Research)
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Push beyond your limits
'I chose to study a double degree in maths and IT because I had an interest in mathematics, and did small programming projects for fun in high school. Throughout my degree, I have been involved in in various IT and maths projects which built my confidence, serving as proof that I am capable of learning on the job and can deliver value to a community. I recommend QUT to others because there will always be something meaningful for you here, not just academically. It is a good place to find like-minded people and to push beyond your limits.'
Dang Khuong (Dan) Tran, Vietnam Mathematics and Information Technology double degree student
Applied science and mathematics
Kari Stuart talks about returning to study and discovering the varied and unexpected careers a Bachelor of Mathematics can lead you to.
Highlights
Learn to design, operate and/or predict behaviour of complex systems like people, machinery, materials and money in industry, business, finance, education, government and defence.
Use mathematical models and numerical algorithms to make appropriate and better decisions in complex decision-making problems.
Employ advanced analytical methods such as operations research, financial mathematics, stochastic and mathematical modelling, and mathematical optimisation.
Work within different industries including manufacturing and production, management, health care, finance and economics, goods and services, infrastructure, transportation and logistics, mining and defence.
Highlights
Learn to design, operate and/or predict behaviour of complex systems like people, machinery, materials and money in industry, business, finance, education, government and defence.
Use mathematical models and numerical algorithms to make appropriate and better decisions in complex decision-making problems.
Employ advanced analytical methods such as operations research, financial mathematics, stochastic and mathematical modelling, and mathematical optimisation.
Work within different industries including manufacturing and production, management, health care, finance and economics, goods and services, infrastructure, transportation and logistics, mining and defence.
QUT is ranked sixth for statistics and operational research in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024).
Why choose this course?
The operations research major encompasses the study of quantitative techniques relevant to decision-making in its broadest sense. You will employ a problem-solving approach, using advanced analytical methods such as operations research, financial mathematics, stochastic and mathematical modelling, and mathematical optimisation. You will also use a variety of software and improve your information technology skills.
Because of its emphasis on human-technology interaction and its focus on practical applications, operations research is a multidisciplinary field, notably overlapping with industrial engineering and operations management, and economics and finance.
The coursework also introduces you to different industries and processes that greatly contribute to the economy and environment of nations around the world. These include manufacturing and production, management, health care, finance and economics, goods and services, infrastructure, transportation and logistics, mining and defence. This study area provides a foundation for a variety of careers and further study.
Why choose this course?
The operations research major encompasses the study of quantitative techniques relevant to decision-making in its broadest sense. You will employ a problem-solving approach, using advanced analytical methods such as operations research, financial mathematics, stochastic and mathematical modelling, and mathematical optimisation. You will also use a variety of software and improve your information technology skills. Because of its emphasis on human-technology interaction and its focus on practical applications, operations research is a multidisciplinary field, notably overlapping with industrial engineering and operations management, and economics and finance.
The coursework also introduces you to different industries and processes that greatly contribute to the economy and environment of nations around the world. These include manufacturing and production, management, health care, finance and economics, goods and services, infrastructure, transportation and logistics, mining and defence. This study area provides a foundation for a variety of careers and further study.
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What to expect
Operations research is a mathematical discipline that considers how to make appropriate and better decisions in complex decision-making problems. It deals with how best to design, operate and/or predict behaviour of complex systems like people, machinery, materials and money in industry, business, finance, education, government and defence.
Mathematics graduates play integral roles in the workplace, developing mathematical models and numerical algorithms to answer what-if scenarios, and design experiments to help guide research and improve processes.
Customise your degree
Foster your passion and shape your career through complementary study areas. As well as choosing a major area of study, your course includes a second study area, which can be either a second major or a double minor.
A second major can complement your major area of study, allowing you to develop a significant depth of knowledge and skills in two discipline areas.
Mathematics second majors
Applied and Computational Mathematics
Computational and Simulation Science
Data Science
Statistics
Science and mathematics minors
Applied and Computational Mathematics
Operations Research
Statistics
Computational and Simulation Science
Science and Mathematics Education
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Physics
Expand your options with a double or vertical degree
Operations Research graduates typically have a wide range of employment choices upon graduation. The job markets for actuaries, finance analysts, and operations research analysts have been strong in recent years and are expected to remain so in the near future.
In addition, students with excellent grades who desire more education in these areas will find many opportunities for post-graduate study. Operations Research major prepares students for careers or for further post-graduate study in technical fields such as operations research, management science, information technology, industrial engineering, strategic planning, systems analysis, financial analysis, and actuarial science.
Professional recognition
On graduation you may be eligible for membership in the Australian Society for Operations Research Inc. (ASOR).
Possible careers
Actuary
Financial adviser/analyst
ICT administrator
Mathematician
Operations manager
Research officer
Risk manager
Systems analyst
Details and units
To meet the course requirements of the Bachelor of Mathematics, you must complete a total of 288 credit points, made up of:
Core units - 96 credit points
A Major – 96 credit points
QUT You - 24 credit points
Complementary studies - 72 credit points, made up of: - a second major (72 credit points), or - a minor (48 credit points) and option units (24 credit points).
To meet the course requirements of the Bachelor of Mathematics, you must complete a total of 288 credit points, made up of:
Core units - 96 credit points
A Major – 96 credit points
QUT You - 24 credit points
Complementary studies - 72 credit points, made up of: - a second major (72 credit points), or - a minor (48 credit points) and option units (24 credit points).
Requirements
ATAR/selection rank threshold
84.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2025.
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 84.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
Excluding adjustments
Including adjustments
Highest ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank
96.45
Selection rank
99.95
Median ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank
89.30
Selection rank
94.55
Lowest ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank
85.85
Selection rank
90.85
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 84.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Please select a country
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
English Test
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
Overall
6.5
Listening
6
Reading
6
Writing
6
Speaking
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
Overall
176
Listening
169
Reading
169
Writing
169
Speaking
169
PTE Academic
Overall
58
Listening
50
Reading
50
Writing
50
Speaking
50
TOEFL iBT
Overall
79
Listening
16
Reading
16
Writing
21
Speaking
18
English Test
Overall
Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
6.5
6
6
6
6
Cambridge English Score
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