MAST10005 Calculus 1
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- Final exam 60%: exam-heavy
Is MAST10005 hard?
MAST10005: About average. Makes it easier: First-year subject. Makes it harder: Final exam 60%. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
More functions and calculus, plus an introduction to vectors and complex numbers.
After it you can
- Differentiate and sketch more types of functions
- Solve integrals and simple differential equations
- Calculate with vectors and complex numbers
What you need first
a VCE Mathematical Methods study score of 25 or more (or equivalent) or MAST10012 or (MAST10014 and MAST10015) or (MAST10025 and MAST10026)
- MAST10012 Introduction to Mathematics
- MAST10014 Foundation Mathematics 1
- MAST10015 Foundation Mathematics 2
- MAST10025 Bridging Mathematics A
- MAST10026 Bridging Mathematics B
What it leads to
- ATOC20003 Atmospheric Modelling
- ATOC30006 Modern and Future Climate
- ATOC30008 Atmospheric Processes and Composition
- ENGR20005 Numerical Methods in Engineering
- EVSC20007 Modelling the Real World
- MAST10006 Calculus 2
- MAST10007 Linear Algebra
- MAST10021 Calculus 2: Advanced
- MAST10022 Linear Algebra: Advanced
Can’t be taken together with
- MAST10008 Accelerated Mathematics 1
- MAST10009 Accelerated Mathematics 2
- MAST10019
- MAST10013
How it’s assessed
Assignments 15%, Tests 20%, Quizzes 5%, Final exam 60%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 10 students on StudentVIP (2020–2026)
- Most reviewers say steady practice (tutorial sheets, worksheets, past exams) makes a good mark achievable.
- The final exam carries a heavy weight (about 60-80%) and is long and algebra-heavy, so avoid careless errors.
- Opinions are split recently: some found it well taught, while others found it poorly organised with abstract tutorials.
A summary of public reviews, not scored here.
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Quick answers
- When is MAST10005 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MAST10005?
- Needs a VCE Mathematical Methods study score of 25 or more (or equivalent) or MAST10012 or (MAST10014 and MAST10015) or (MAST10025 and MAST10026).
- Does MAST10005 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 60% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 15%, Tests 20%, Quizzes 5%, Final exam 60%.
- Is MAST10005 hard?
- From 10 student reviews on StudentVIP: Most reviewers say steady practice (tutorial sheets, worksheets, past exams) makes a good mark achievable.
- What do students say about MAST10005?
- Most reviewers say steady practice (tutorial sheets, worksheets, past exams) makes a good mark achievable. The final exam carries a heavy weight (about 60-80%) and is long and algebra-heavy, so avoid careless errors. Opinions are split recently: some found it well taught, while others found it poorly organised with abstract tutorials.
- Can I take MAST10005 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
- What can I take after MAST10005?
- 9 subjects need it first, for example ATOC20003, ATOC30006, ATOC30008, ENGR20005.
- Can I rate MAST10005?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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