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About This Course

Fact File

• Title

  Arts

• Code

  Subject available through multiple programmes

• Subject Title

  Applied Mathematics

• College

  Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences

• Qualifications

  BA (Hons)

• Fees

  See Fees and Costs for full details.

• Entry Requirements

  Refer to CK101 See Requirements for full details.

Course Outline

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.

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

Year 1 Modules (All 5 Credits):

• AM1052 Introduction to Mechanics;
• AM1053 Introduction to Mathematical Modelling;
• AM1054 Mathematical Software

Note:  Students taking Applied Mathematics in First Arts must also take Mathematics MA1055. Applied Mathematics may not be combined with modules from Mathematical Studies (MS1002, MS1003, MS1004) 

Year 2 Modules:

Engineering Mechanics with Transform Methods;  Mathematical Modelling;  C/C++ Programming with Applications;  Fourier Methods;  Mathematical Experimentation & Chaos, Multivariable Calculus

Year 3*/4 Modules:

Computer Modelling & Numerical Techniques;  Vector & Tensor Methods;  Optimisation & the Calculus of Variations;  Partial Differential Equations with Applications; Analysis and Control of Non-Linear Systems

Applied Mathematics Literature Review

*BA International students spend Third Year studying in an approved foreign University in a country of the student's major language or subject.  They will return to complete their final year in UCC in Year 4.

See the College Calendar for more detailed information on the programme and the Book of Modules for Applied Mathematics for further details. 

Course Practicalities

Year 1: Three 5-credit modules in Applied Mathematics corresponds to a workload of about 7 lecture hours and 3 hours of tutorials or computer laboratory per week.

Years 2 and 3: Six 5-credit modules per year. Most modules consist of two lectures per week, together with associated homework that is discussed in tutorials.

Modules in applied mathematics that involve significant use of the computer have associated laboratory practicals. The School of Mathematical Sciences has dedicated, well-equipped computer laboratories for this purpose.

Why Choose This Course

Applied Mathematics is the application of mathematics to the modelling and solving of practical, real-world problems.

If you have a good feel for puzzles, games and mathematical conundrums, and you’re generally considered to have an aptitude for mathematics and mathematical problems, this is a good indication that Applied Mathematics may be for you.

This subject is at the core of many disciplines, ranging from business, finance and economics, to geography and geology, to all branches of engineering and the sciences.

It is concerned with the definition, formulation, solution and interpretation of developed mathematical models. Being able to effectively communicate about problems and their solutions with those from other related disciplines is essential. Regardless of the career path chosen, today’s employers demand these types of skills and flexibility of approach.

Computers play a central role in Applied Mathematics. Many problems can be solved by making use of computers to perform immense numerical computations far beyond the power of human beings. Numerical computation encompasses scientific programming, the use of sophisticated mathematical software libraries, computer laboratory experiments and numerical analysis. The course content reflects this.

Skills and Careers Information

As a graduate, your technical, practical and numeracy skills, as well as the soft skills you have acquired, such as oral and written presentation skills and the ability to work in teams, will prepare you for a wide range of employment opportunities. 

A degree in Applied Mathematics will be seen by employers as evidence that you are able to think independently and quickly learn new skills.

Recent graduates have embarked on careers in primary and secondary level teaching, in software/computing, in the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries, and in engineering-based industries such as electronics. They have also become management consultants, actuaries, bankers and accountants.

Requirements

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirements:

At Least six subjects must be presented. Minimum grade requirement of 2*H5 and 4*O6/H7. Applicants will need to meet the following minimum entry requirements:

 

English	Irish	Maths	Other Language
O6/H7	O6/H7	H3	O6/H7

Refer to CK101 and CK108 for other requirements. The first year course in Arts assumes no previous knowledge of Applied Mathematics. 

Fees and Costs

The State will pay the tuition fees for EU students who satisfy the Free Fees Criteria. A separate mandatory annual charge called the ‘Student contribution fee' is payable for the costs of student services and examinations. In 2021/22 the Student Contribution Fee will be €3,000 and the Capitation Fee will be €130.

How Do I Apply

Refer to CK101 and CK108.