MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2 (Australian National University): rated 4.5/5 overall across 3 reviews collected on ANU Wall.
MATH1116 is a Australian National University course taught by the ANU College of Systems and Society in Mathematics. This page brings together its handbook details and what ANU students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 高等数学及其应用2
Type: Undergraduate course
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Mathematics
Faculty: ANU College of Systems and Society
Level: Undergraduate Level 1
Handbook year: 2026
This course continues on from MATH1115, providing an in-depth development of fundamental concepts of calculus and linear algebra, with a particular emphasis on the underlying foundations of mathematics. The use and understanding of proof and abstract ideas will allow students to develop analytical skills which will form a base for further study in fundamental mathematics, as well as providing a foundation for a wide range of quantitative areas such as actuarial studies, co…
MATH1116 has 3 scored reviews: overall 4.5/5 · usefulness 5.0 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 1 StudentVIP review (average 5.0 stars); 2 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 4.3/5).
On Reddit: "ANU maths is not super friendly in first year undergrad. If you hope to apply for undergrad, you will take MATH1115 and MATH1116 in your first year. These courses have an awful reputation, as they are often demoralising to a portion of students who really struggle with them for …"
On Reddit: "I did MATH1115 and it kicked my absolute ass in the first semester however I did do MATH1116 in sem 2 and I got a HD in it and have been pursuing maths as a major since then. In my opinion it is not something you will fail and there is absolute no harm in taking it as either way…"
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Q: Is MATH1116 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 3 reviews: usefulness 5.0/5, overall 4.5/5.
Q: Which faculty teaches MATH1116, and when is it offered?
A: MATH1116 is taught by the ANU College of Systems and Society. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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