Program Overview
The Applied Mathematics program cultivates problem-solving abilities by blending classical applied mathematics with mathematical modeling, computer programming, and modern areas. Students gain technical, practical, and numeracy skills, preparing them for diverse career paths such as data analytics, software development, and academia. The program emphasizes practical applications with computer laboratory practicals and offers global study opportunities and links to universities worldwide.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Applied Mathematics is a three-year program that focuses on developing and enhancing problem-solving skills. It emphasizes the application of mathematics to real-world problems, including aspects of classical applied mathematics, mathematical modeling methods, computer programming, numerical experimentation, and modern areas like chaos and dynamical systems.
Outline:
- Year 1:
- AM1052 Introduction to Mechanics (5 credits): This module introduces fundamental concepts in mechanics.
- AM1053 Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (5 credits): This module covers the principles and techniques of mathematical modeling.
- Year 2 & 3: Students undertake six 5-credit modules per year. Most modules consist of two lectures per week with associated homework discussed in tutorials. Modules involving significant computer use have associated laboratory practicals.
Teaching:
- The School of Mathematical Sciences provides extensive tutorial support throughout the program.
- Modules in applied mathematics that involve significant use of the computer have associated laboratory practicals.
Careers:
- Graduates develop technical, practical, and numeracy skills, as well as soft skills like oral and written presentation skills and teamwork.
- The program prepares students for a wide range of employment opportunities in fields such as accountancy & banking, civil service, data analytics, insurance, management services, pharmaceutical & biotechnological industries, software & computing, and teaching & academia.
- Employers value the ability to think independently and quickly learn new skills, which a degree in Applied Mathematics demonstrates.
Other:
- The College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences (CACSSS) supports students in developing their career interests through a Professional Work Experience module (PX3001).
- Students can choose to study abroad in their third year through CK108 Arts International or any International Pathway.
- The program has links with universities in Belgium, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Mexico, and the USA, among others.
- Further study options for graduates include MSc Data Science & Analytics, MSc Financial & Computational Mathematics, MSc Mathematical Modelling & Machine Learning, MSc Actuarial Science, MPhil Applied Mathematics, and PhD in Applied Mathematics.