Mathematics

What is Mathematics?

Mathematics is the studying of numbers, shape and patterns. Mathematics is all around us; it is in everything that we do! It can be described as the building blocks for everything in our learning, life and work.

Mathematicians are logical, creative thinkers who identify and use patterns to formulate new ideas, validate or falsify conjectures and use mathematical reasoning to make valid predictions based of information gathered.

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 scientific and abstract problems

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 mathematics are unlimited.

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 and Drink…….and the list is endless!

For more information: Maths Careers

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