Advanced Calculus
PostgraduateUND-MATH50032026
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start dates
- 16 Feb 2026
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Advanced Calculus
About this subject
On completion of this subject students should be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:
- Solve complex physical problems using differential equations.
- Apply the theory of differential equations to modelling real-world phenomena.
- Apply concepts related to the theory of multivariable functions.
- Solve constrained optimisation problems.
- Communicate theoretical concepts to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Differential equations
- Modelling
- Series
- Multi variable functions
- Integration and partial differential equations
Advanced Calculus is designed to instruct students in areas of modern calculus and its applications to real world phenomena. The subject covers differential equations, modelling, series, multivariable functions, integration and partial differential equations. It is designed to further students’ mathematical content knowledge as well as their skills in communicating complex mathematical knowledge and ideas.
- Oral presentation on problems. (20%)
- Final exam (50%)
- Written class test. (30%)
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- UND-MTE-GDI-2026 - Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education
Prior study
You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:
Others
Pre-requisites can be waived by Head of School if this subject is being undertaken to complete the minimum number of discipline-specific studies for a NESA-recognised Mathematics specialisation in primary or secondary teaching.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education
PostgraduateUND-MTE-GDI