MATH2701 Abstract Algebra and Fundamental Analysis

MATH2701 Abstract Algebra and Fundamental Analysis (UNSW Sydney): rated 3.2/5 overall across 18 reviews collected on UNSW Wall.

MATH2701 is a UNSW Sydney course taught by the Faculty of Science in School of Mathematics & Statistics. This page brings together its handbook details and what UNSW students say about it.

Review data updated 2026-10-24.

Course details

Chinese title: 抽象代数与基础分析

Type: Undergraduate course

Credit points: 6

Subject area: School of Mathematics & Statistics

Faculty: Faculty of Science

Level: Undergraduate Level 2

Handbook year: 2026

Overview

Mathematics went through quite a revolution around the turn of the 20th century. In particular, an axiomatic approach infiltrated the mathematical paradigm, both as a tool to ensure mathematical rigour and to abstract common principles working in a variety of different settings.

MATH2701 student reviews, difficulty and workload

MATH2701 has 18 scored reviews: overall 3.2/5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).

Sources: 18 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 3.2/5).

On Reddit: "**ACTL3161 - General Insurance Techniques** Content Difficulty - 8/10 Assessments Difficulty - 5/10 Mark - 82 DN Overall Rating: 9/10 Assessments: 10% Formative Quizzes, 20% Assignment, 70% Final Exam ​ This course was a pretty good overall course. It taught some of more …"

On Reddit: "**MATH2701 - Algebra and Real Analysis** Content Difficulty - 7/10 Assessments Difficulty - 7/10 Mark - 85 HD Overall Rating: 7/10 Assessments: 5% Assignment 1, 5% Assignment 2, 15% Class Test, 10% Assignment 3, 15% Assignment 4, 50% Final Exam This course was certainly quite di…"

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MATH2701 FAQ

Q: Is MATH2701 worth taking?

A: Averaged over 18 reviews: overall 3.2/5.

Q: Which faculty teaches MATH2701, and when is it offered?

A: MATH2701 is taught by the Faculty of Science. Check the official handbook for the current year.

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