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Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies & Philosophy:
Mathematics
MH104 - BA (Level 8 Honours)
Entrance requirements |
2HC3 + 4OD3, English, Irish + a third language, HB1 Leaving Certificate Mathematics or equivalent |
Duration |
3 years |
Points 2009 |
505 |
Cannot be combined with |
Biology, English, Mathematical Studies, Physics with Astronomy, Psychology |
FETAC link |
No |
Course Outline |
First Year - Integration - Finite Mathematics - Vectors, Matrices and Geometry - Analysis I (P) - Multivariate Calculus - Linear Algebra - Mathematical Computing I & II |
Second Year |
- Real Analysis I & II - Complex Analysis I - Rings and Fields I & II - Groups I - Mathematical Computing with Maple - Geometry - History of Mathematics - Codaigh agus Córais Dhinimiciúla Réadacha
Statistics Options
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Third Year - Topology - Measure and Integral - Complex Analysis II - Galois Theory - Groups II - Number Theory - Differential Geometry - Linear Analysis - Manifolds - Probability - Statistical Inference - Linear Models I & II - Applied Probability - Categorical Data Analysis - Introduction to Programming - Codaigh agus Córais Dhinimiciúla Réadacha |
Mathematics is one of the purest forms of thought, but its relevance to our everyday lives is fundamental. While its origins date back to ancient Greece, Mathematics continues to underpin key areas of human endeavour and industry, from engineering to construction to economics to software development to space travel. All of the sciences are also deeply reliant on Mathematics.
For many, the appeal of Mathematics – and what makes it unique – is its basis on proof. Unlike those working in any other discipline, mathematicians are able to make statements with absolute certainty. Once a theory is proved, it is proved forever, and cannot be refuted. Pythagoras' famous theorem for measuring the sides of right-angled triangles is as true today as it was when he formulated it in the 6th Century BC.
As a student, you will progress from the foundations of school maths all the way to the threshold of ground-breaking new research in the field. You will gain a firm grounding in the key areas of Mathematics, while developing the ability to invent, criticise and perfect Mathematics for yourself. You will learn to think hard and rigorously about questions and to solve new problems – invaluable skills that can be transferred to any area of life.
Course Structure
As a Double Honours BA degree, Mathematics is taken with one other subject in First Year, Second Year and Third Year.
As a Single Honours BA degree, Mathematics is taken with one other subject in First Year. In Second Year, Mathematics can be taken with another Arts subject or it can be taken as a major subject along with a minor Arts subject or Statistics Students take only Mathematics in Third Year.
Students who opt to spend a year studying abroad are awarded a BA (International) degree.
Career Options
There has always been a high demand for well-trained mathematicians. A degree in Mathematics not only provides specialist knowledge, it also trains graduates to think logically and clearly. Occupations where these skills are highly sought include finance and banking, insurance, the Civil Service, teaching, industrial and commercial management, administration and technical, scientific and engineering work in industry and in research and development.
Scholarships
In addition to the Maynooth Entrance Scholarships available to students with at least 500 points, Darré Bursaries are awarded to BA Mathematics students on a competitive basis, based on Leaving Certificate mathematics marks. Further prizes and scholarships are available for competition in each year. At present, these include the Hamilton Prize open to Second Year students, and valuable scholarships for further study available to graduates.
Postgraduate Options
- MSc in Mathematics
- PhD in Mathematics
Department of Mathematics |
Tel: 01 708 3914 Fax: 01 708 3913 Email: admin@maths.nuim.ie www.maths.nuim.ie |