Senior Mathematics
This is the second of two courses in preparatory mathematics. View the first.
The course covers a range of topics equivalent to that covered in the last two years of advanced mathematics at high school, including:
- functions and their graphs
- coordinate geometry
- trigonometry and periodic functions
- an introduction to differential and integral calculus
- statistics and probability.
On successful completion of this course, you will have the prerequisite knowledge for the study of the mathematical content of undergraduate programs in the Applied Sciences, Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Economics and similar courses which require mathematics at senior high school level. This course is also suitable for many positions in industry, commerce and the defence forces.
The modules covered in this course include:
- Introduction to Functions
- Coordinate Geometry and Trigonometry
- Calculus and its Applications
- Financial Mathematics and Statistics.
The course materials include:
- student welcome letter
- course guide book
- senior mathematics modules 1-4
Download a detailed course outline. (PDF, 268 kB)
From March 2010, you will be able to submit your progress tests online.
Cost
The course cost covers the course and all course materials (including any textbooks), but does not cover the fee for sitting the final exam.
Course cost
Australian students: $695
International students: $815
Final exam cost
Australian students: $50
International students: $100
How long will this course take to complete?
You have 12 months to complete this course, however it may be completed sooner. Need an extension?
We recommend 180-220 hours as a reasonable timeframe to complete this course.
Final exam
To be eligible to sit the final exam, you must complete at least 7 of the 10 progress tests for this subject. Completing all tests will improve your chances of successfully passing the final exam. More information about progress tests »
To sit for your final exam, you can either arrange an invigilator or visit a Learning Network Queensland (LNQ) centre. More information about sitting for your final exam »
On successful completion of your final exam, you will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement.
Support
Tutorial support is provided by our experienced and qualified mathematics educator, Suja Nayar.
Enrol in this course
Before enrolling in this course, you must check with the university you plan on attending to ensure you meet their requirements for the completion of this course. (For example: some universities require you to receive at least 75% on your final exam before it will be accepted.)
It is strongly recommended you have a sound knowledge of basic algebra and access to a graphics calculator before commencing this course. Find out whether you have the necessary skills to enrol in this course »
- Australian applicants enrolment form (PDF, 200 kB)
- International applicants enrolment form (PDF, 200 kB)
Enrolments take approximately three days to be processed, but may take longer during our peak times.
Materials should be received within 10 days (for Australian students) and 20 days (for international students).
Last updated: 05 March 2010