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So you want to be a mathematician? – School of Mathematics
I had been pretty burnt out with maths by the time I graduated, and was not planning on going back to university. ... Find an area of maths that interests you. Read about different university research groups, academics, and PhD programmes.
Committees vs calculus – School of Mathematics
What’s crackin’ everyone! Wanna know how to be on the committee of your favourite society and study maths at the same time? ... Organise your time. This is good advice for any student, but especially for a maths student/committee member.
Student groups, clubs and societies – School of Mathematics
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Alumni Showcase – School of Mathematics
The evening ended with a networking reception where students, staff and alumni had a chance to network, chatting about life as a Maths student and what this means for the future.
Meet the Outreach Team: Guadiana Gonçalves – School of Mathematics
When I first heard about the Maths Outreach Team, I was immediately interested in getting involved. ... Some of our events include the Maths Circles and the Edinburgh Science Festival.
Alumni Stories: Kieran Dewar – School of Mathematics
I was particularly interested in both Maths and Physics, and I was attracted by the opportunity to be able to take optional Physics courses during the MMath degree. ... I’ve had two jobs since I graduated. The first was at the Defence Science &
My journey as a BIG Scholar – School of Mathematics
My time as a maths student has been full of learning, and both personal and professional growth. ... If you’re familiar with the IMO or the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad , you’ll notice that last one is basically just a fancy name for
Advice to my (overwhelmed) first-year self – School of Mathematics
Doing a maths degree, you’re now in a room where everyone was at the top of their high school class. ... This is extremely intimidating but remember – you’re also now in a room where everyone loves maths enough to pursue a degree in it.
What’s Next After Employability Tuesday? Introducing ‘Careers in…’ – School of Mathematics
Students will hear from employers of maths graduates on the many pathways they may take after finishing their studies and what it’s like to work with them. ... Maths in the wild: Maths Week Scotland.
Alumni Stories: Craig Robertson – School of Mathematics
At the highest level, my PhD was on maths , but geometry was the main area. ... If anything it gave me more time to work on my maths and finish it.