MAST30013 Techniques in Operations Research

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is MAST30013 hard?

MAST30013: About average. Makes it harder: Final exam 60%. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Methods for solving nonlinear optimisation problems, with a group project on a real problem.

After it you can

What you need first

MAST20035

How it’s assessed

Assignments 12%, Tests 8%, Reports and essays 15%, Presentations 5%, Final exam 60%

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Quick answers

When is MAST30013 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking MAST30013?
Needs MAST20035.
Does MAST30013 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 60% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 12%, Tests 8%, Reports and essays 15%, Presentations 5%, Final exam 60%.
How many class hours a week does MAST30013 have?
4 h a week in class
Can I take MAST30013 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.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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