UnitLevel 5Postgraduate

MTH5835 Mathematics industry placement

Faculty of Science

MTH5835 Mathematics industry placement is a level 5, 24-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.

Credit points: 24
Offered in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2; Clayton
Assessment: No exam; 3 tasks

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before MTH5835

No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.

After MTH5835

No unit lists MTH5835 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.

Enrolment rules

PROHIBITION: MTH5000

PREREQUISITE:

Must have completed Part B of the Master of Mathematics program prior to undertaking this unit.

Must have achieved at least an average of 70 in Part A and Part B units, and permission from Course Director.

Overview

This unit is designed to provide you with industry experience and work-based learning. Through the placement, you will be able to apply mathematical thinking, modelling techniques and statistical skills acquired throughout the Masters programme to solve real-life problems in industry. In the process you will acquire invaluable experience and knowledge on the functioning of an industrial workplace.

You must complete at least 360 hours of placement in a relevant industry.

Offerings in 2026

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
First semester	Clayton	Immersive
Second semester	Clayton	Immersive
Second semester to First semester	Clayton	Immersive

Assessment

Minor reportsWritten
30%
Oral presentationPresentation
20%
Final reportWritten
50%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1
Apply advanced mathematical thinking, modelling techniques, and statistical skills in professional settings;
2
Analyse complex data using appropriate tools and methodologies developed throughout the programme;
3
Develop and implement mathematical models and data-driven solutions for real-world industrial problems;
4
Design effective, context-specific solutions grounded in mathematical and statistical reasoning;
5
Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and professionally through written and oral reports suited to industry standards.

This capstone unit aims to prepare you for graduate-level roles in relevant industries.

Workload and teaching

Practical activities360 hours
Teaching approachIndustry-based learning

You must complete at least 360 hours of placement in a relevant industry. Remaining hours are for preparing reports, presentations, and other assessments.

Contacts

Chief Examiners: Dr Gregory Markowsky
Unit Coordinators: Dr Gregory Markowsky

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for MTH5835?

MTH5835 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

When is MTH5835 offered?

In 2026, MTH5835 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton.

Does MTH5835 have an exam?

No. MTH5835 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.

More details

Credit points: 24
Level: 5
Study level: Postgraduate
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Organisational unit: School of Mathematics

Type: Coursework
EFTSL: 0.500
Student contribution: SCA Band 1
Study abroad: Not available
Handbook years: 20262027