MATHEMATICAL & PHYSI CAL SCIENCES
Applied & Computational Mathematics
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
discover how Applied and Computational Mathematics is fundamental in providing uniquely powerful ways to describe, analyse and advance the physical and life sciences, engineering, technology, business and finance.
Why is this course for me? If you enjoy studying Mathematics for the Leaving Certificate, the UCD programme in Applied & Computational Mathematics will train you in the essential mathematical and computational skills in modelling, analysis and simulation needed to solve problems arising throughout the physical and life sciences, engi- neering, business and finance. Today’s challenges faced by science and engi-
neering are so complex that they can only be analysed and solved through mathematical and computational modelling. Mathematical models create representations of complex real- world phenomena in a precise quantitative way. Fundamental insights can then be obtained by analysing these models through a combination of mathematical analysis and computational simulation. Outside the traditional spheres of science and engineering, mathematical model- ling and simulation techniques are increasingly used in the social sciences, communication, business and finance.
What will I study? Tis is a sample pathway for a degree in Applied and Computational Mathematics. Sample topics include dynamical systems and chaos, compu- tational finance, oceanography, mathematical biology, fluid dynamics, relativity and informa- tion theory.
First Year Applied and Computational Mathematics • Mathematics • Optional Science modules • Elective modules
Second Year Applied and Computational Mathematics • Mathematics/Statistics • Optional Science modules • Elective modules Third Year Applied and Computational Mathematics • Elective modules Fourth Year Applied and Computational Mathematics
Dr Kenneth
Doherty GRADUATE
CAO Code DN200 MPS
Entry Requirements Irish1, English, Mathematics2, One laboratory science subject3, Two other recognised subjects.
Leaving Certificate Passes in six subjects including those shown above, of which two must be minimum HC3.
Average CAO Points 2010 470 Minimum CAO Points 2010 435
A-Level/GCSE Passes (GCSE Grade C or above) in six recognised subjects including those above, of which two must be minimum Grade C or above at A-Level.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities
Graduates with training in Applied and Computational Mathematics work in fields as diverse as:
A Physics: nanoscience, quantum optical processes in semiconductors and robotics
A Biology: biomedical applications, medical instrumentation and bio-information technology
A Finance A Pharmaceutical industry A Environmental agencies and companies
A Computing in business, technology, research and academia
International Study Opportunities Opportunities exist to spend a year abroad at: A University of Melbourne, Australia
A University of California, Berkeley, USA
I specialised in both Experimental Physics and Applied Mathematics in UCD. I feel very fortunate now to be working at the heart of the pioneering industry that is Marine Renewable Energy. My job description within
Aquamarine Power encompasses a wide variety of skills. Tese include ocean dynamic research, hydrodynamic research of fluid structure inter- actions and of wave and tidal energy devices. Te mathematical and computational skills I need for this job were acquired during my academic career in UCD. Dr Kenneth Doherty, Research Manager (Belfast), Aquamarine Power Ltd
www.ucd.ie/myucd/appliedandcomputationalmathematics ted.cox@
ucd.ie
+353 1 716 2563
facebook.com/UCDScience
Guideline Equivalent Average A-Level Grades AAA (A-Level) & a (AS) or equivalent combination
Guideline Equivalent Minimum A-Level Grades ABB (A-Level) & b (AS) or equivalent combinationn
Average Intake 380 Length of Programme 4 Years
Progression Entry Routes FETAC Entry Route — Yes See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/fetac
IT Transfer Route — Yes See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/transfer
1 A-Level candidates are usually exempt from the Irish Language Requirement.
2 Minimum Grade OB3/HD3 in Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
3 Minimum Grade OB3/HD3 in Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Applied Mathematics may be used instead of a Laboratory Science subject.
Important Advice: We recommend that all students in Applied and Computational Mathematics should have a minimum grade of HB3 in Leaving Certificate Higher Level Mathematics.
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Other programmes of interest
Computer Science Theoretical Physics
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Further information
Dr Ted Cox UCD School of Mathematical Sciences Science Centre (Hub) Belfield, Dublin 4
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