Applications of Mathematics

What is Applications of Mathematics?

Mathematics is all around is; it is in everything that we do!

Applications of Mathematics is a course designed to develop learners’ mathematical reasoning with the focus of relevance to learning, life and work. It is a course which focuses on application of knowledge and skills in the following areas of Mathematics: Finance, Statistics, Geometry, Measure and Numeracy.

What skills are developed?

communication (verbal, written, visual)
problem solving
logical thinking
creative and critical thinking
teamwork
independent working—taking charge of your own learning
research and analysis
calculations
knowledge and skills to tackle real life problems in a range of contexts

What kind of person does it take?

logical, methodical and analytical
a number person
accurate (attention to detail)
ability to break problems down
can follow a step by step process
someone who can think outside the box
determined and resilient
conscientious and hard working
literate—interpret the key aspects of the question
someone who likes to see an application of their learning

Horizons – where can this subject take you?

Mathematics is challenging, rewarding, logical and creative and the pathways which open as a result of studying Applications of Mathematics are vast.

The list of pathways are huge but include the following sectors:

Business and Finance; ICT & Digital Media; Engineering; Construction; Education (teacher/lecturer/further research including PhD); Government; Agriculture; Sport and Leisure; Research; Travel & Tourism; Food & Drink…….and the list is endless!

For more information: Maths Careers; STEM

Pathways – how can I make progression?

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