Applied Mathematics is the application of mathematics to the modelling and solving of practical, real-world problems. The emphasis throughout this three-year course is on developing and enhancing problem-solving skills.

 

Areas of applied mathematics taught on the course include:

• aspects of more classical applied mathematics in the form of elements of mechanics
• mathematical modelling methods and techniques
• computer programming language and use of modern sophisticated symbolic software
• numerical experimentation
• general mathematical methods
• elements of the modern areas of chaos and dynamical systems.

 

Year 1 Modules

The first-year course assumes no previous knowledge of applied mathematics and extensive tutorial support is available throughout.

• AM1052 Introduction to Mechanics (5 credits)
• AM1053 Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (5 credits)
• AM1054 Mathematical Software (5 credits)

 

Note that students taking Applied Mathematics in First Arts must also take Mathematics in first year. However, you don’t have to continue with Mathematics after first year if you want to combine Applied Mathematics with another Arts subject. Applied Mathematics cannot be combined with modules from Mathematical Studies.