stuart townley professor of applied mathematics environment and sustainability institute
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Stuart TownleyProfessor of Applied MathematicsEnvironment and Sustainability Institute
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• Mathematics is the universal
language for analysis, abstraction,
explanation and prediction
• Development of mathematics is
stimulated by our observations of
the physical and natural world
Why study mathematics?
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Why a mathematics degree• Builds generic skills in logic and reasoning• Enhances IT skills• Ranges from abstract to applied• Valued by employers in finance, commerce,
technology• Mathematics is vital for tackling multi-
disciplinary challenges faced by 21st century society
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UNESCO’s Maths of Planet Earth
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• Mathematics underpins analysis,
explanation and prediction of our
planet
• Our mathematical development is
inspired by observations of Earth,
its systems, processes and the
life it supports
Why study Mathematics and Planet Earth?
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Typical make up of a maths applicant
• A level (or equivalent) in Maths• Common to have A levels in Physics
and/or Chemistry• Some would have Further Maths• Many would have A levels in History
and/or English, Biology, Geography, Business Studies, …
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Make up of a maths applicant - ctd
• ABB is the bench mark for entry into Russell group universities
• Passion for mathematics … and • Interest in its wider use and
development• Understanding of 21st century
challenges and the role of maths
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Useful experiences
• http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/crest-awards
• http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/nuffield-research-placements
• Maths and science enrichment workshops
• Maths Masterclasses
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Typical “Russell Group” maths degree
Year 1: Core pure and applied maths, mathematical methods
Year 2: Mostly compulsory mix of pure and applied maths, mathematical methods & Statistics
Year 3: Diverse range of options, final year project, outside options, …
Some elements of group learning, student based investigations, employability, …
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• Year 1 Classroom investigations based
around field work Expert lecturers inspire group based
research Cross curriculum assignments
• Year 3
• Year 2 Peer mentoring Topical, relevant applied options
Project work with dual supervision Iceland Field Course – putting maths in to action
HE Maths for the 21st Century
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Useful Links
• http://www.mathscareers.org.uk/16-19/career_profiles.cfm
• http://www.ams.org/careers/
• http://www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching
• Maths of Planet Earth 2013
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Average Starting Salaries*• IT graduates £21,179 (artificial intelligence), £20,855 (information
systems), £20,651 (software engineering) and £20,388 (computer science).
• Science graduates £21,721 (physics), £18,917 (chemistry), £17,390 (environmental science), £17,232 (biology) and £16,462 (sports science).
• Average starting salary for maths graduates was £21,724.
*Based on 2009 graduates six months after graduating - by the Higher Education Careers Services Unit (HECSU) and the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS)
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Destinations of Mathematics graduates
3M
Allianz
BP
Centrica
Commerzbank
Ernst & Young
Grant Thornton
KPMG
Ocado
Princess Yachts
PwC
Renishaw
Royal Bank of Scotland
Royal London Insurance
Siemens
Towers Watson
Actuarial analyst
Assistant finance analyst
Audit associate
Bond processor
Consultant
Data analyst
Software engineer
Maths teacher
Market risk analyst
Pricing analyst
Sales consultant
Web designer
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Employers of exeter maths graduates