Queensland Mathematics Summer School

UQ’s Queensland Mathematics Summer School (QMSS) introduces Year 10 students to the beauty of advanced mathematical ideas and new ways of thinking.

Hosted by UQ’s School of Mathematics and Physics each year, this multi-day non-residential program is open to talented students who are going into Year 11 and have chosen to study Maths Methods and Specialist Maths.

Students commencing Year 11 in 2023 who have chosen to study QCE Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics or IB Mathematics can attend our 2023 event.

What you’ll learn

You’ll delve into the deep, difficult, fun, mysterious, abstract, interconnected and, of course, useful aspects of this fascinating subject.

• Explore and immerse yourself in mathematics: discuss contemporary topics, including artificial intelligence, data science, models on the spread of disease and more through interactive lectures, tutorials and seminars.
• Develop and extend your mathematical skills in problem solving, communication, analysis and reasoning.
• Learn from mathematicians who are passionate about their subject – from globally renowned researchers to experts in mathematical education, and current students, who are all keen to share their experience and knowledge.
• Make friends with students from around the state and discover how much fun it is to be around people who are passionate about mathematics.

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