MAST10021 Calculus 2: Advanced
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- Final exam 70%: exam-heavy
- About 4 class hours a week
Is MAST10021 hard?
MAST10021: About average. Makes it easier: First-year subject. Makes it harder: Final exam 70%. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Same topics as Calculus 2, but deeper, with more focus on concepts and proofs.
After it you can
- Test sequences and series for convergence
- Solve differential equations to model systems
- Find maxima and minima of multivariable functions
What you need first
a VCE Specialist Mathematics study score of 36 or more (or equivalent) or MAST10005 or MAST10007 or MAST10022
What it leads to
- ACTL10001 Introduction to Actuarial Studies
- ACTL20001 Introductory Financial Mathematics
- ATOC30004 Dynamical Meteorology and Oceanography
- BMEN20003 Applied Computation in Bioengineering
- CHEN20010 Material and Energy Balances
- CHEN20012 Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering
- ELEN20006 Digital Systems
- ENGR20004 Engineering Mechanics
- MAST10022 Linear Algebra: Advanced
- MAST20004 Probability
- MAST20006 Probability for Statistics
- MAST20009 Vector Calculus
- MAST20018 Discrete Maths and Operations Research
- MAST20026 Real Analysis
- MAST20029 Engineering Mathematics
- MAST20030 Differential Equations
- MAST20032 Vector Calculus: Advanced
- MAST20033 Real Analysis: Advanced
- MAST20035 Introduction to Operations Research
- MULT20015 Elements of Quantum Computing
- PHYC10001 Physics 1: Advanced
- PHYC10002 Physics 2: Advanced
- PHYC20012 Quantum and Thermal Physics
- PHYC20014 Theoretical Physics 2
- PHYC20015 Special Relativity and Electromagnetism
Can’t be taken together with
How it’s assessed
Assignments 15%, Tests 15%, Final exam 70%
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Quick answers
- When is MAST10021 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MAST10021?
- Needs a VCE Specialist Mathematics study score of 36 or more (or equivalent) or MAST10005 or MAST10007 or MAST10022.
- Does MAST10021 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 70% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 15%, Tests 15%, Final exam 70%.
- How many class hours a week does MAST10021 have?
- 4 h a week in class
- Can I take MAST10021 as breadth?
- Yes, for: 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 MAST10021?
- 25 subjects need it first, for example ACTL10001, ACTL20001, ATOC30004, BMEN20003.
- Can I rate MAST10021?
- 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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