Our recognised mathematics and statistics majors are designed to give you structured programs of study while retaining flexibility.

1. Applied Mathematics
2. Applied Statistics
3. Mathematical Statistics
4. Pure Mathematics
5. Mathematical Sciences

Applied Mathematics

Applied Mathematics is about using the theory and techniques of mathematics and statistics to understand and deal with the real world.

‘World’ may mean the physical world (as in weather forecasting), or it may mean human-created activities (as in financial mathematics).

Biological and physical sciences, computing, commerce, medicine, manufacturing industry and environmental management are some of the fields which need to connect with mathematics and it’s the job of the applied mathematician to make the connections.

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Applied Statistics

Applied Statistics is concerned with the application of statistical methods. These applications can be in a variety of areas, such as medicine, business, finance, science and industry.

To apply these statistical methods successfully, a student completing a major in Applied Statistics will:

• have knowledge of a wide range of commonly used statistical methods;
• understand how and when particular data analytic tools should, and should not, be used;
• be able to implement statistical analyses using computer packages; be able to interpret correctly the results of statistical analyses;
• be able to communicate successfully the findings of statistical analyses, both verbally and in writing.

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Mathematical Statistics

Mathematical Statistics will give you a solid mathematical foundation for a professional career in statistics. It is also an excellent general background for any career which involves quantitative skills (whether it is in science, business, industry, management, finance, insurance or higher education).

A student graduating with a major in Mathematical Statistics will acquire:

• good general knowledge of mathematics;
• detailed knowledge of many statistical methods, both their practical application and their mathematical foundations;
• some practical experience of using computer systems to analyse data;
• the ability to understand and criticise arguments based on numerical data or mathematical reasoning.

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Pure Mathematics

Pure Mathematics proves theorems in a range of topics usually motivated and illustrated by problems in physics, engineering and computer science.

Topics can be categorised roughly as “algebra” and “analysis”. Algebra has a discrete feel to it (like constructing or breaking codes), whereas analysis has a continuous flavour (like studying properties of mechanical systems).

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Mathematical Sciences

The Mathematical Sciences major allows you to study a combination of mathematics subjects from Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics.

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