Stuart Townley Professor of Applied Mathematics Environment and Sustainability Institute
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Stuart TownleyProfessor of Applied MathematicsEnvironment and Sustainability Institute
• 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?
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
UNESCO’s Maths of Planet Earth
• 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?
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, …
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
Useful experiences
• http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/crest-awards
• http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/nuffield-research-placements
• Maths and science enrichment workshops
• Maths Masterclasses
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, …
• 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
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
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)
Destinations of Mathematics graduates3MAllianzBPCentricaCommerzbankErnst & YoungGrant ThorntonKPMG
OcadoPrincess YachtsPwCRenishawRoyal Bank of ScotlandRoyal London InsuranceSiemensTowers Watson
Actuarial analystAssistant finance analystAudit associateBond processorConsultantData analystSoftware engineer
Maths teacherMarket risk analystPricing analystSales consultantWeb designer
Employers of exeter maths graduates
