Enabling Courses
Preparatory Studies
The preparatory studies program is a bridging mathematics course designed for students who need to complete mathematics as part of their degree, specifically Mathematics 1A (SMA101), but do not have the required assumed knowledge. Students undertaking this bridging unit (PRP001) will build on their existing knowledge and mathematical skills prior to undertaking Mathematics 1A (SMA101).
Topics covered will include:
- Algebra - revision of algebraic operations and the application of algebra to polynomials and functions.
- Trigonometry - right angle and obtuse triangle trigonometry and its application to vector operations.
- Logarithms and exponentials - operations with logarithmic and exponential functions and their applications.
- Differential calculus - concepts of differential calculus and application of the rules of differentiation to polynomials and functions.
Successful completion of the program provides candidates with the advanced mathematical knowledge required for courses such as Engineering, Information Technology and Sciences.
Contact details
For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:
Admission criteria
This course is available to students who have met the minimum entry requirements for undergraduate study and have received an offer but require a higher level of mathematical assumed knowledge.
Essential requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
Course structure
- 2022 HE unit offerings and unit fees are not yet available however will be published no later than 1 December 2021.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
The Preparatory Studies program is a four-week intensive mathematics course run prior to Semester 1 and Semester 2 to prepare students for subsequent higher education studies.
A candidate must successfully complete 10 credit points as detailed below.
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
| Specialist Elective (1 unit) |
10cp |
Specialist Elective unit totalling 10 credit points as detailed below.
PRP001 Prepartory Studies Mathematics |
|
10cp
|
Total Credit Points |
Study plan
- 2022 HE unit offerings and unit fees are not yet available however will be published no later than 1 December 2021.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
The preparatory studies program is delivered across four weeks, in January and July each year?
In 2021 PRP001 Preparatory Studies Mathematics will be offered as follows:
Study Period 2: 5 July - 30 July 2021
Everything you need to know to get started
Domestic applications
To apply for the Preparatory Studies Program, please complete the Higher Education Enrolment Form and email through to student.central@cdu.edu.au.