This program provides advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in a range of specialised scientific fields, through lectures, workshops, projects and directed study. Students can extend their knowledge in their chosen field or develop an understanding of specialised fields in which they have little previous knowledge. Mathematics This program enables students to undertake advanced courses in mathematics and its applications. Special topics courses enable students to build the necessary background and techniques in pure or applied areas. Advanced level courses introduce students to recent developments in a broad range of modern mathematics, including analysis; algebra and combinatorics; applied mathematics; computational mathematics; and statistics and probability. Physics Physics generates fundamental knowledge needed for future technological advances that will continue to drive the economic engines of the world. Physics plays a pivotal role in the education of and support for other disciplines, including agriculture, biology, chemistry, engineering and medicine. It also lead to careers in astrophysics and cosmology, geophysics, laser science and photonics, condensed matter physics and theoretical physics. Statistics Statistics is the scientific application of mathematical principles to the collection, analysis, and presentation of numerical data. Statisticians contribute to scientific inquiry by applying their mathematical knowledge to the design of surveys and experiments; collection, processing, and analysis of data; and interpretation of the results. Statistical methods can be applied to a variety of areas, including biology, economics, engineering, medicine, public health, psychology, marketing, education, and sports.