Home Page News   St Benildus College "THE BEST EDUCATION MONEY CAN'T BUY" Irish Independent   Sciences 2009/2010 < back   Applied Mathematics 2009/2010 Applied Maths is a leaving cert subject which can be studied at either Higher or Ordinary level. Most of the problems of applied maths are taken from the world of Physics. Students solve these problems using the maths that they learn in their Mathematics class.     They use trigonometry, vectors, simultaneous and quadfatic equations etc. in order to solve real-life problems.     This does not mean that Applied Maths is only for students who study Physics. Not at all! Applied Maths is suitable for all students who are reasonably good at Mathematics.     Applied Maths is particularly useful for those who plan a career in Engineering, Architecture or Mathematics. Many Applied Mathematicians end up with careers in Fund Management, Banking and Business in general. They are sought after because of their problem solving skills which they can apply to the world of money and business. Others seek careers in science or IT, in the academic world or in education.     Applied Maths is offered as a module in Transition Year and thus gives each student a flavour of this wonderful, interesting and challenging subject. It should be noted that at third level applied maths is sometimes called 'Maths Physics' or 'Theoretical Physics'.