Curious about studying maths, but want extra support to take the plunge? Macquarie University has you covered
Building maths confidence is not about getting everything right the first time. It’s about sticking with it and building your skills. Macquarie’s Numeracy Centre is your maths safety net, cheer squad and problem-solving support rolled into one.
You can drop into the Numeracy Centre and get free, one-on-one help from people who explain first-year maths in ways that click. Pick from on-campus or online. No booking needed, and no judgment if you’ve forgotten something from year 9.
The Numeracy Centre also offers workshops to help you stay on track, plus bridging courses if you want to level up your skills before the semester kicks off.
Macquarie’s approach is designed to help more students access maths-heavy degrees and actually succeed, not just scrape through.
Best of all, maths at Macquarie starts with curiosity thanks to lecturers like Dr Christian Thomas, who uses a vibrant mix of short videos and collaborative lectures.
“I teach first-year linear algebra using a flipped classroom approach”, he says.
Then, in second year, study zombie apocalypse scenarios, applying maths to population and infectious disease models.
“I like to use popular culture in my modelling unit, with examples inspired by Harry Potter, Munchkins and Oompa Loompas,” says Christian.
You don’t have to arrive at uni as a maths genius. Just be prepared to have fun!
Pick a Bachelor of Science (Mathematics)
With built-in support from the Numeracy Centre, an industry-based project, and flexible study options, this degree helps turn maths curiosity into real-world opportunities.
Macquarie’s Numeracy Centre supports first-year uni students with…
- A free drop-in service
- Weekly workshops
- Bridging programs
- Prep courses
- Online resources
Macquarie Maths & Stats Society
There’s plenty of peer support while studying at Macquarie University! Macquarie Maths & Stats Society (MASS) is free and connects you with study groups, social events and more! See what MASS is up to on Instagram: @mmassmq
This article was first published in Careers with STEM: Maths, and was produced in partnership with Macquarie University.
