Industrial Mathematics / Matamaitic Thionsclaíoch DT220
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Qualification awarded: BSc (Industrial Mathematics) Level 8 / BSc (Matamaitic Thionsclaíoch) Leibhéal 8
Duration of programme:
4 years
Type of programme:
Honours Degree
Number of places:
15 approx.
What is Industrial Mathematics?
Industrial mathematics is an interesting and relevant branch of mathematics that study skills most desirable in the workplace. The programme has been carefully structured to offer the training, transferable skills and knowledge that employers in the commercial, financial, industrial and public sectors seek in graduates. A particular focus of the programme is the analysis and solution of real-world mathematical problems.
What are my career opportunities?
This programme has been specifically designed to address the need for highly-skilled, numerate, flexible graduates that are able to formulate and apply cutting-edge modelling and statistical analysis, and apply problem-solving techniques to real-world problems.
Mathematics graduates typically find a wide range of interesting careers available to them, for example in financial services, industrial R & D, medical statistics, second-level teaching, software development, systems analysis, telecommunications, meteorology, civil service, environmental control & defence, economic & social research and a wide range of applied technologies.
Graduates of the programme will have acquired high-level analytical and problem-solving skills in a scientific and technological context and be in a strong position to embark on careers in industry, finance, commerce and business. In addition, they will be well equipped to embark upon higher degrees and degrees by research.
What other options do I have after completion?
Graduates will have developed a capacity for independent study and be in a good position to progress to postgraduate study and research. In particular, Honours graduates from the programme will be able to undertake a taught MSc or study towards MPhil/PhD in the School of Mathematical Sciences or many other Schools across DIT.
What will I study on this programme?
Years 1 and 2 give a broad basis of subjects in applied and pure mathematics, statistics, and operational research. Introducing mathematical modelling and relevant topics in computing are also important features of years 1 and 2. Years 3 and 4 consist of advanced modules in mathematical modelling, financial mathematics, operations research and mathematical statistics. Many of these modules integrate industry relevant software.
Throughout the programme, there is an emphasis on laboratory-based work and problem-based learning via mathematical modelling, computer programming, computer applications, case studies and problem-solving modules and the development of professional skills (e.g. communication skills, effective team-work strategies and project management). The programme includes a six-month work placement during year 3 enabling students to experience a working environment and gain experience of using their analytical, problem solving and computer skills.
Module listing
Year One
- Foundation Mathematics
- Calculus
- Discrete Mathematics
- Linear Algebra
- Statistics
- Computer Architecture
- Programming
- Mathematical Modelling
- Mathematics Laboratory
- Professional Development
Year Two
- Calculus & Analysis
- Linear Algebra
- Discrete Mathematics
- Operations Research
- Statistics
- Numerical Methods
- Algorithms Data Structures & Management
- Operating Systems
- Mathematical Modelling
- Professional Development
Year Three
- Numerical Analysis & Applications
- Ordinary Differential Equations
- Statistics
- Mathematics Practical
- Stochastic Mathematical Modelling
- Financial Mathematics
- Work Placement
Students also choose one option from the following list:
Real Analysis, Complex Variables, Classical Mechanics, Algebraic Structures, Network Analysis & Transportation.
Year Four
- Differential Equations
- Financial Mathematics I
- Regression I
- Queuing Theory & Markov Processes
- Case Studies in Industrial Modelling
- Financial Mathematics II
- Industrial/Commercial Statistics
- Project.
Students also choose two options from below (one of which must be from Group A)*:
Group A: Fluid Mechanics, Coding Theory, Numerical Analysis, Linear Programming, Decision Theory & Games.
Group B: Applied Functional Analysis, Algebraic Structures, Dynamical Systems & Chaos, Fourier Analysis & Wavelets, Quantum Mechanics.
* Students may be permitted to replace optional modules with a Foreign Language.
Are there study abroad opportunities?
There is an option on some semesters of the programme to study in other European institutions via Erasmus.
Entry Requirements
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Minimum no of |
Minimum Grade in |
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Subjects |
Honours |
Maths |
English/Irish |
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6 |
2 |
OB2* |
OD3 |
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Other Requirements *Or Applied Mathematics |
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Further information
School of Mathematical Sciences
T: 01 402 4842 (Maev Maguire)
