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What to expect in your first year in the Bachelor in Applied Mathematics

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Saying mathematics is the foundation of innovation would be an understatement. That could explain why 77% of students say they want to pursue a program like the Bachelor in Applied Mathematics after high school in order to improve their career outcomes—and the number will only keep climbing as the demand for skilled STEM professionals continues to rise. However, university-level mathematics is a whole different ball game, and many of these students step into the classroom woefully unprepared.

From Abstract to Applied: How Mathematics Affects Every Part of Our Lives

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Throughout the history of humanity’s technological development, mathematics has been a catalyst for innovation. Some mathematical truths may take a long time to be completed or proven, but Irene Alda, academic director of the Bachelor in Applied Mathematics at IE School of Science & Technology, believes they are absolutely fundamental to our progress—past, present and future. Everything from the buildings in which we live and study to the computers we use for work and play would have been impossible to create without the innovative power of mathematics.

Is Applied Math Hard?

IE University’s Bachelor in Applied Mathematics looks to challenge the notion of math as an overly complicated academic discipline. By taking a practical approach to solving real-world problems, this four-year program places students in a prime position for jobs across a whole host of industries.

What can you get with an applied mathematics degree?

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It’s impossible to understate the importance of applied mathematics in today’s digital world. It’s everywhere, delivering solutions that affect all aspects of our everyday lives, from online shopping to social media.

Introducing the Bachelor in Applied Mathematics Advisory Board

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In preparation for the new Bachelor in Applied Mathematics program, starting in September 2023, IE School of Science & Technology has appointed an Advisory Board composed of prominent mathematicians from a variety of backgrounds. They will support the School to oversee various aspects related to the study programs, research, and strategy in this field, ensuring that students benefit from a well-rounded and up-to-date curriculum. 

IE University’s Bachelor in Applied Mathematics: become a catalyst for innovation

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IE University’s Bachelor in Applied Mathematics seeks to place students at the forefront of innovation in a field which is expected to grow by up to 33% over the next ten years. By gaining a comprehensive insight into the practical applications of their theoretical knowledge, students are prepared to tackle real-world problems and contribute to […]

Applied mathematics: a firm foundation for a high-flying career

From mathematics degree to data-driven e-commerce Oriol Caudevilla Torros’ day-to-day work at eBay is remarkably varied. In addition to coming up with data science solutions to business problems in the e-commerce arena, he also oversees implementation of data science projects, collaborates with stakeholders and engineering teams to understand and tackle the underlying problems he’s trying […]

Irene Alda on what it takes to take advantage of the new opportunities for women in STEM

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STEM is an integrative approach to learning that combines the knowledge areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Apart from developing its students’ critical thinking, problem-solving and creative skills, STEM has also been responsible for many of the innovations and advancements that have transformed modern-day society.  Irene Alda is one of the foremost proponents of […]

Professional Outcomes: From Mathematics to Cybersecurity

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My name is Dania Molina García. I am from Spain and I studied a double degree in computer engineering and mathematics. That undergraduate program was what led me to pursue a master’s degree in information security and a career in cybersecurity. Climate change is one of my biggest concerns, and you don’t always think of […]

Striving for excellence: meet the Bachelor in Applied Mathematics Advisory Board

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In recognition of this commitment to excellence, we have created an Advisory Board to help steer both our overall strategy and, more specifically, our expansion into the mathematical sciences. The Board is composed of prominent mathematicians from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds, who will draw on a broad knowledge base to ensure that […]

Translating the real into the abstract and back again as solutions

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His day-to-day responsibilities vary from what he calls “quite simple data wrangling” to building very sophisticated mathematical models; he uses math to solve problems, builds computer programs and communicates results and advances to his clients. And Gerard stands firm in the fact that his training—which includes an academic background that covers mathematics, telecommunications, engineering and […]

Rethinking Mathematics at the Sixth Young Researchers Congress

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The Young Researchers Congress is a reputable forum that is geared towards young mathematicians, bringing the brightest analytical minds in Spain together to share new research and exchange new ideas. It also serves as the premier networking event for the community, allowing them to build and maintain collaborative bonds that could last a lifetime.  A […]

The Bachelor in Applied Mathematics: a program designed for mathematical minds

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With innovation at its core, IE School of Science and Technology offers programs tailored to students who want to focus on the complex challenges within the world of science, data, and tech. And as we pride ourselves on our non-traditional approaches, we seize every opportunity to allow students to put theory to practice. Our hands-on […]

The sky’s the limit for students of the Bachelor in Applied Mathematics

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The Bachelor in Applied Mathematics is a program that gives students an in-depth look at the application of mathematics throughout varied disciplines. Throughout the program, students receive hands-on experience that prepares them to tackle various challenges in any context through methods learned in the program. By using mathematical formulas and applying them to real life, […]

Science and technology are the foundations for our future

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That said, we couldn’t have gotten to where we are today without science and technology. They’re the foundations for our future; enabling us to innovate and create new opportunities for growth.  How do science and technology impact our world? Science and technology are everywhere. Everything in our world has been impacted by science and technology […]

As the world of work evolves, IE University launches three new future-proofed programs

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The three new undergraduate programs address scientific, humanistic and societal issues in a changing global landscape, at a time when the world is facing enormous sociopolitical, environmental and economic challenges. New skills and understanding are needed if humanity is to successfully take on the issues that matter now and in the future. IE University will […]

Applied mathematics: the versatility behind the trending degree

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The Director of Data Science & Technology at IE University, Fernando Mateo, tells us everything we need to know about this exciting and versatile area of learning. What is math, anyway? To understand what applied mathematics is, we should first start by asking ourselves what mathematics is. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, mathematics can be […]

Why pursuing a Bachelor in Applied Mathematics is the best decision you could make in 2021

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For these reasons and more, having a Bachelor in Applied Mathematics is the wisest choice you could make in a post-pandemic world. Thinking critically and creatively The classic argument that some people are strictly “left-brain” and others are “right-brain” is outdated. There’s tons of overlap between geometry and painting, physics and philosophy, math and music… […]