Applied Mathematics Division

Mathematics and computational science are utilized in almost every discipline of science, engineering, industry, and technology. Students wondering what kind of career they can have with a degree in applied mathematics should take a look at this brochure by the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM).

Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Mathematics form the three divisions of the Department of Mathematical Sciences in the Faculty of Science. Applied Mathematics also has strong links with the Faculty of Engineering.

Current research activities in the division can be divided broadly into the following categories:

  • Computer vision, pattern recognition and machine learning
  • Fluid dynamics and modelling
  • Numerical analysis and scientific computing
  • Applied discrete mathematics.

Our undergraduate programmes

BSc Mathematics (focal area: Mathematics and Abstract Mathematics)

This focal area equips you to become a graduate with a thorough understanding of the nature, scope, and application potential of mathematics. You will be able to continue with postgraduate studies in mathematics or enter a career where sophisticated quantitative skills and insight are required.

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BSc Mathematics (focal area: Applied Mathematics)

Students are trained to become graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills in respect of mathematical methods and computer techniques to solve quantitative and qualitative problems in science and technology. 

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BSc Mathematics (focal area: Operations Research)

Operations research takes a multidisciplinary, scientific approach to decision-making. The aim is to find the best solutions to complicated problems by the optimal allocation of scarce resources. The goal-oriented approach of this focal area with its synergistic style delivers graduates who can find...

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Our postgraduate programmes

BScHonours in Applied Mathematics

Students must complete a 32-credit research project, as well as six 16-credit semester modules that may be chosen freely from the list of modules (see Science Yearbook). Students may take up to a maximum of two of six modules at other divisions or departments (see for example the postgraduate...

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MSc in Applied Mathematics

Students who enrol for the Masters Programme in Applied Mathematics must complete a thesis on the topic of their choice (within the expertise of one of the division's lecturers). The thesis is presented during an oral examination and internal as well as external examiners are appointed to assist in...

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PhD in Applied Mathematics

Students must complete a dissertation on the topic of their choice (within the expertise of one of the division's lecturers). Results of the dissertation must be original and must contribute to the relevant field. The dissertation is defended during a public oral examination. Internal as well as...

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