Computational Modelling

Computational Modelling is one of the majors for the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc) degree. This 4-year programme links applied science and technology with business skills, introducing students to advanced knowledge in their chosen major, combined with several business papers that allow graduates to engage successfully in science and technology enterprises.

The Computational Modelling major combines several special-purpose COMO papers, with various supporting Math papers. The degree requirements are available below. It is also possible to take COMO papers as a minor for a degree with another major. Computational Modelling students will be regarded highly by potential employers for their training in both problem analysis and computational expertise, along with their understanding of basic business concepts.

If you can do mathematics and know how to use it to make computer models of real world problems then there are exciting jobs waiting for you. We have requests from high tech companies and leading research groups for people who can do mathematical modelling. Leap to the forefront of medical resarch, making models of the human body (kidneys, heart, ...) for the cures of the future. Be part of the new wave of biologists using mathematical models of animal movement. Lead the market with the latest financial analysis using the new mathematical techniques that are reshaping finance.

From computational modelling you can leap to work at the frontier in many areas. Many traditionally trained specialists struggle to deal with the new mathematical techniques — companies are using increasingly sophisticated methods to improve their products and productivity.

Expect premium employment and exciting work.

BAppSc in Computational Modelling

To check the latest regulations for completing a COMO major or minor for the BAppSc and the major for the BAppSc with Honours please refer to the Divisional page.

(You are advised to check with the COMO Director of Studies, who should also be contacted if you have any questions about paper details or course structure.)

BSc in Mathematics with a Computational Modelling theme

If you do not wish to study for the four-year Computational Modelling major of the BAppSc, you may wish to consider a BSc or BA in Mathematics including COMO papers. Such a degree requires 360 points, and 180 points must be above 100-level, of which at least 72 will be in papers above 200-level. In particular you should include:

100-level: MATH 160 and MATH 170; COMO 101
200-level: MATH 242, MATH 251, MATH 262, COMO 202
300-level: 54 points of 300-level MATH papers (including MATH 361), plus COMO 301

Other Options

COMO papers in other degrees (COMO as a minor)

You don’t have to major in COMO to take some of the interesting COMO papers that are available — many people from other degrees (including in the past physical education, computer science, physics, chemistry, surveying, political studies and german) take COMO papers to support their core subject or even just for their own interest. COMO 101 is popular with people who have an interest in computers and science, and it gives an interesting and insightful look at how computers and mathematics are used to solve real problems. For more information on how COMO papers might be of use in your degree contact the Director of Studies.

Double majors

You can of course take a double major in computational modelling and another subject. Current and past double majors include computational modelling and physics, international business, computer science, finance and chemistry.

Because of the practical problem-solving experience, rigorous mathematical background, useful business knowledge and computer skills gained in the computational modelling major, expertise in a second area of your choosing will give you a formidable knowledge base for a successful career. The ideas from computational modelling can be applied to detailed and complex problems in your second major, allowing you to produce accurate solutions using sophisticated methods.

More information

For more information on the course requirements and recommended papers contact the Director of Studies.

Check these out:

Complete descriptions, details and resources for all COMO papers.

See a chart of available papers, their prerequisites and semesters.

Taking COMO as a minor in combination with other subjects.

See where previous graduates have ended up and how computational modelling is helping them in their careers.