MAST10008 Accelerated Mathematics 1
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- Final exam 70%: exam-heavy
- About 6 class hours a week
Is MAST10008 hard?
MAST10008: Harder. #1 on the hardest list for Bachelor of Science. Makes it easier: First-year subject. Makes it harder: Reviewers say it’s hard (10 reviews), Reviewers say it takes a lot of time, Final exam 70%, 6 class hours a week.
What you learn
Fast-paced maths covering linear algebra and calculus of two variables, with an introduction to proofs.
After it you can
- Solve linear equation systems with matrices
- Differentiate and integrate two-variable functions
- Write a simple mathematical proof
What you need first
(a VCE Specialist Mathematics study score of 38 or more (or equivalent) or the subject coordinator’s permission) or MAST10009
What it leads to
- ACTL10001 Introduction to Actuarial Studies
- ACTL20001 Introductory Financial Mathematics
- BMEN20003 Applied Computation in Bioengineering
- CVEN30008 Engineering Risk Management
- ELEN20006 Digital Systems
- ENGR20004 Engineering Mechanics
- ENGR20005 Numerical Methods in Engineering
- MAST10009 Accelerated Mathematics 2
- MAST20004 Probability
- MAST20006 Probability for Statistics
- MAST20009 Vector Calculus
- MAST20018 Discrete Maths and Operations Research
- MAST20022 Group Theory and Linear Algebra
- MAST20026 Real Analysis
- MAST20029 Engineering Mathematics
- MAST20030 Differential Equations
- MAST20032 Vector Calculus: Advanced
- MAST20033 Real Analysis: Advanced
- MAST20035 Introduction to Operations Research
- MAST20036 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
- MAST30025 Linear Statistical Models
- MAST30028 Numerical Methods & Scientific Computing
- MULT20015 Elements of Quantum Computing
- PHYC10001 Physics 1: Advanced
- PHYC10002 Physics 2: Advanced
- PHYC20014 Theoretical Physics 2
- PHYC20015 Special Relativity and Electromagnetism
Can’t be taken together with
- MAST10007 Linear Algebra
- MAST10022 Linear Algebra: Advanced
- MAST10013
- MAST10018
Careers
Helps toward: Actuary
How it’s assessed
Assignments 12%, Tests 18%, Final exam 70%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 10 students on StudentVIP (2014–2026)
- Very fast-paced with four lectures a week; falling behind makes it much harder.
- Do all the practice problems; they are key for the exam, which carries most of the weight.
- Rewarding for students who love maths, but not recommended if you were not strong at school maths.
- Some assessments are hard and time-consuming but worth little; the exam can have very hard questions.
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Quick answers
- When is MAST10008 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking MAST10008?
- Needs (a VCE Specialist Mathematics study score of 38 or more (or equivalent) or the subject coordinator’s permission) or MAST10009.
- Does MAST10008 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 70% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 12%, Tests 18%, Final exam 70%.
- Is MAST10008 hard?
- From 10 student reviews on StudentVIP: Very fast-paced with four lectures a week; falling behind makes it much harder.
- What do students say about MAST10008?
- Very fast-paced with four lectures a week; falling behind makes it much harder. Do all the practice problems; they are key for the exam, which carries most of the weight. Rewarding for students who love maths, but not recommended if you were not strong at school maths.
- How many class hours a week does MAST10008 have?
- 6 h a week in class
- Can I take MAST10008 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 MAST10008?
- 27 subjects need it first, for example ACTL10001, ACTL20001, BMEN20003, CVEN30008.
- Can I rate MAST10008?
- 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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