Mathematical Studies
This programme is for you if you have a passion for mathematics, for problem solving and for deep understanding of the structures which underlie much of everyday experience. The programme may be of particular benefit to teachers or potential teachers, who would like to include mathematics among the subjects that they are eligible to teach at Leaving Certificate level. If you have already been exposed to a limited amount of University-level mathematics and would like to find a path into teaching or more advanced studies in the subject, then this programme provides the necessary bridge. After completing the Higher Diploma Mathematical Studies you will achieve a level of competence equivalent to that of a Mathematics major in a three-year honours degree. The programme covers the mathematics necessary to qualify the student to teach mathematics to Leaving Certificate level when combined with a Professional Master of Education (PME).
- The programme covers the mathematics necessary to qualify the student to teach mathematics to Leaving Certificate level when combined with a Professional Master of Education (PME).
- Foundation for more advanced study of mathematics
Subjects taught
Stage 1 - Core
Theory of Games MATH20270
Algebraic Structures MST20010
Analysis MST20040
Linear Algebra II MST20050
Multivariable Calculus with Applications MST20070
Differential Equations MST30040
Complex Analysis MST30050
Geometry MST30070
Stage 1 - Option
Optimization in Finance MATH20070
Graphs and Networks MATH20150
Cryptography: Theory & Practice MATH30250
Peer-Assisted Tutoring MATH30340
History of Mathematics MST30020
Practical Statistics STAT10050
Statistical Modelling STAT10060
Statistics & Probability STAT20060
Data Modelling for Science STAT20070
Entry requirements
This programme is intended for applicants who hold a lower second class honours or higher undergraduate degree with at least 10 credits of university-level mathematics, including a course in calculus and a course in linear algebra.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
Application dates
How to apply?
The following entry routes are available:
HDip Mathematical Studies FT (T172)
Duration 1 Years
Attend Full Time
Deadline Rolling*
HDip Mathematical Studies PT (T173)
Duration 2 Years
Attend Part Time
Deadline Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised.
Duration
1 Year full-time, 2 Years part-Time.
Enrolment dates
Next Intake: 2024/2025 September.
Post Course Info
Careers & Employability
The programme covers the mathematics necessary to qualify the student to teach mathematics to Leaving Certificate level when combined with a Professional Master of Education (PME). With further study in mathematics or a related discipline a wide range of the following careers become available: Financial engineer/quantitative analyst, Meteorologist, Computer animation, Graduate entry into banking/accountancy, Systems biologist, Internet security, software, Statistician.
Prospective employers include Bell Labs, Campbell Scientific, Google, IBM, Intel, IFSC, Met Éireann, Microsoft, Nokia, Norkom, Philips, RIM and the Tyndall National Institute.