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Masters in Maths

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  • 21-07-2009 2:46pm
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    tottenhamross
    Registered Users Posts: 10 ✭


    I'm considering doing a course in mathematical modelling in university of limerick. I want to embark on a career in mathematics and want to know what is the best way to do this whilst keeping my options open.

    At the moment I have a first class honours degree in maths and english, getting 88% in maths.

    I wanted to find out if i will be well qualified to apply for a range of jobs when I finish the masters or is there another qualification I need to specialise after that.

    Really, I want to go straight into a job, rather than doing course after course, all the time narrowing down the range of jobs I can apply for.

    Basically does a Masters in Mathematical Modelling mean you can go straight into a job (in normal economic times)? Some help please...


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    Fremen
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    What topics did you cover in your undergrad degree? What will you be covering in your postgrad? If it's mathematical modelling I'd imagine you'll be doing lots of PDE analysis, perhaps with some stochastics thrown in. Does the course website have graduate profiles?

    Biomathematics is a growing field, you might be able to find a job there. Worth looking into. Mathematical finance is ker-f*cked at the moment, and very competitive. If you want a career in academia, you'll need a PhD. A masters is a good starting point, but you need to be dedicated. There's always actuary and accountancy too.

    Keep an eye on this website and look at the requirements, it'll give you a good idea of what's expected.

    It might actually be quite hard to find a job where you use what you learn directly (except perhaps in some engineering firms. Maybe RedAlert can advise). However, having two maths degrees shows that you're well smart, and can look very good on a CV.


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    tottenhamross
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    We covered a wide range of areas really. Numerical analysis, calculus, linear algebra, stats, probability, topology.... postgrad is here: http://www2.ul.ie/web/WWW/Services/Research/Graduate_School/Prospective_Students/Graduate_Programmes/Taught_Programmes/Science_&_Engineering/Mathematical_Modelling

    yeah, ive looked at a few raduate profiles but I'm conscious of not getting to specialised in case it narrows my options. Maths modelling looks like it gives me a broad range to go for after, I hope. I would like something in any of the areas listed on the web page. biomathematics looks good, as does the medical area. I just want to keep the options open, but also give myself a good chance of employment afterwards.

    thanks for your help.


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    Fremen
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    To be honest, I'd get the careers research in now, so you can pick your modules to give you the best chance starting out.

    You'll have to narrow down your options at some point, might as well do it now, while you can still specialise. You don't want to end up as a "jack of all trades, master of none". Having said that, the MSc looks quite general, so it might help you decide.


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