The Degree of Master of Mathematical Modelling – MMathModel

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 120 points must have:

a (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree

and

(ii) completed the requirements for a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree

and

(ii) completed the requirements for a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III

or

c completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors Honours degree from this University in a relevant subject with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

d completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors Honours degree from this University in a relevant subject with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III

or

e (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors Honours degree from this University in a relevant subject, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed 60 points with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematical Modelling, or in a relevant postgraduate certificate or diploma in a relevant subject, from this University, provided the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

2 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 180 points must have:

a completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II

or

c (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed 60 points with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematical Modelling, or in a relevant postgraduate certificate or diploma in a relevant subject, from this University, provided the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

3 Applicants must have completed 15 points from COMPSCI 130, ENGGEN 131, MATHS 162, and 15 points from ENGSCI 311, 313, 314, MATHS 361, or the equivalent.

4 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1, 2 and 3 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

5 a In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 and 3 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has a Bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind that is equivalent to one year of postgraduate study.

b In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 2 and 3 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

Notes:

(i) Relevant Bachelors degrees may include the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.

(ii) Relevant Bachelors Honours degrees may include the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours), Bachelors of Arts (Honours), Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or Bachelor of Science (Honours).

(iii) Relevant postgraduate certificates or diplomas may include the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering, Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Science.

(iv) Relevant subjects may include analytics, applied mathematics, artificial intelligence, computer science, data science, engineering, information systems, information technology, machine learning, mathematics, operations research, physics, software engineering, structural engineering, electrical engineering, statistics or technology.

6 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1 or 5a must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

7 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 2 or 5b must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

8 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Mathematical Modelling Schedule.

9 A student who has previously passed any course or courses the same as, or similar to, the courses required for this degree must substitute an alternative course or courses as approved by the Programme Director.

10 Courses selected for this qualification are subject to the confirmation of the Programme Director.

11 With the prior approval of the Programme Director, up to 45 points may be replaced by other appropriate 600 and 700 level courses offered at this or another university.

12 A student who has to complete 120 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in their first 45 points of taught courses taken for this programme. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Mathematical Modelling cannot continue.

13 A student who has to complete 180 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in their first 120 points of taught courses taken for this programme. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Mathematical Modelling cannot continue.

14 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

15 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering, Postgraduate Certificate in Mathematical Modelling, Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering, Postgraduate Diploma in Science or Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematical Modelling.

16 a The research project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the relevant Academic Head.

b The topic of the research project must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The research project is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

17 A student who has passed courses towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering, Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Science that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

18 A student who has passed courses towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Mathematical Modelling or Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematical Modelling that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the postgraduate certificate or post graduate diploma has not been awarded.

19 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

20 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

21 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.