Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Laws

The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics)(Honours) degree focuses on developing a depth of understanding in pure and applied areas of mathematics and practical skills in specific disciplines are essential; as well as focusing on instilling a culture of research and enquiry through early induction into the research ethos and access to research groups and facilities. The Law courses satisfy the requirements for the award of the professional LLB degree. Learning Outcomes Advanced Mathematics (Honours) Capability and motivation for intellectual development; including capacity for creativity, critical evaluation, entrepreneurship and demonstrating a commitment to their own learning, motivated by personal autonomy, accountability, curiosity and an appreciation of the value of learning. Effective and appropriate communication in both professional (intra and inter disciplinary) and social (local and international) contexts. Information literacy including the ability to make appropriate and effective use of information and information technology relevant to their discipline. Research, enquiry and high level analytical thinking abilities including the ability to construct new concepts or create new understanding through the process of enquiry, critical analysis and problem solving, including constructing a research project, that demonstrates technical skills in research and design. Independently identify and formulate solutions to complex problems with intelligence, initiative and judgement in scholarship that demonstrates advanced knowledge and critical thinking of the underlying principles and concepts in Mathematics and Statistics, and knowledge of research principles and methods. Teamwork, collaborative and management skills including the ability to recognise opportunities and contribute positively to collaborative scientific research, and to demonstrate a capacity for self management, teamwork, leadership and decision making based on open-mindedness, objectivity and reasoned analysis in order to achieve common goals and further the learning of themselves and others. Appreciation and respect of the social, cultural and global context of science with an ability to communicate across cultures and to develop an international professional network. Ethical, social and professional understanding including the ability to critically reflect upon broad ethical principles and codes of conduct in order to behave consistently with a personal respect and commitment to ethical practice and social responsibility, multicultural, cultural and personal diversity. Law Interpret and analyse statutes, for example: Navigating and applying statutory enactments in accordance with contemporary modes of statutory interpretation; Applying knowledge of the difference between interpretation of statutes and constitutions; Applying knowledge and ability to use extrinsic materials in the interpretation of statutes; Developing a coherent body of knowledge and skills about the rules of statutory interpretation; The application of statutory interpretation techniques in the context of problem-solving to generate appropriate analytical responses to statutory issues; Analysing the relationship between statutory interpretation and human rights instruments in different jurisdictions. Demonstrate and adopt professional and ethical dispositions and values, for example: Professional disposition and values; Developing ability to exercise professional judgment; Ability to reflect on professional responsibilities of lawyers in promoting justice; Understanding the law's role in serving society; Understanding the value of community engagement; Ethical practice; Understanding of ethical approaches to decision-making; Developing ability to respond to ethical issues arising in legal practice;