The course is designed for those with an interest in the mathematical sciences or who require a better understanding of mathematics for their jobs and wish to improve their mathematical skills for their future career. It is a single-stage, add-on course and provides a solid background in the fundamentals of mathematics. The course is two years in duration and requires the successful completion of eight semester-long modules, four of which are taken each year (two each semester). The modules are delivered in the evenings, making the programme attractive to those in full-time employment. The course is suitable for individuals who have already studied some mathematics at third level within another discipline. Graduates of the course are eligible to enter the part-time ordinary degree course in Mathematics or transfer to the full-time honours degree courses in the School.