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Theory and techniques of optimization for both continuous and discrete problems. Topics range from convex analysis to computational complexity.

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Paper title Optimization
Subject Mathematics
EFTS 0.0833
Points 10 points
Teaching period Not offered in 2026 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $696.55
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BA(Hons), BSc(Hons), PGDipArts, PGDipSci, MA(Thesis), MSc
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Mathematics 400-level programme co-ordinator: Dr Fabien Montiel

Teaching staff

Professor David Bryant

Textbooks

To be confirmed.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Critical thinking.
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Learning Outcomes

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Overview

Theory and techniques of optimization for both continuous and discrete problems. Topics range from convex analysis to computational complexity.

Theory and techniques of optimisation for both continuous and discrete problems. Topics range from convex analysis to computational complexity, with an emphasis on problems coming from data science and machine learning. 

About this paper

Paper title Optimization
Subject Mathematics
EFTS 0.0833
Points 10 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Limited to
BA(Hons), BSc(Hons), PGDipArts, PGDipSci, MA(Thesis), MSc
Contact

Mathematics 400-level programme co-ordinator: Dr Fabien Montiel

Teaching staff

Professor David Bryant

Textbooks

To be confirmed.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Critical thinking.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

To be confirmed.

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