University of Salford Mathematics Newsletter Feb 2017

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Mathematics newsletter February 2017 Mathematics graduate Sherry Zhang on how she came to study Mathematics

New Tutor Profile at Salford:

“My decision to study Maths in Higher Education was for one simple reason: I love Mathematics! That’s because it involves many essential skills, such as numerical, logical, analysis skills etc. I applied to Salford because the course includes various kinds of mathematical modules, like numerical analysis, statistical modelling, tensor algebra and fluid dynamics, from theories to practical problems in the real world.

Dr Elon Correa

My qualification at Salford enabled me to go on to a career in Actuarial Science. This deals with the formulas and models behind the insurance products and risk assessments. I apply lots of knowledge I learnt at Salford, especially from Year 3. I am well prepared for my further studies and future professional exams from Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA). I am now employed by Aviva and work as an Actuarial Advisor.”

Lectures in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, and Operational Re-search Research Interests: Applied Mathematics, Data Mining and Medical Statistics.

Dad, husband and inquisitive DIY enthusiast. Yes, I may be a little biased, but Mathematics and Statistics are great, fun and offer students a range of rewarding career opportunities. After years working with applied computational statistics across many disciplines I am now lecturing in Salford. The modules I teach focus on equipping students with practical mathematical knowledge and statistical skills for the workplace.

As a tutor and supervisor I have several overlapping roles, mentor, trainer, supporter, critic, fellow researcher, listener and counsellor.

Through research and professional development I keep up to date with new technologies and applications required by industries to ensure our students are ahead of the rest. Mathematics @ Salford offers a very personalised, friendly, supportive and vibrant environment for students and I am happy to be part of it.

David Hilditch on his student experience Salford was a fantastic environment to study in, with small classes and a lot of lecturers (and academic advisors) who were interested in me and wanted me to succeed.

Careers talk at Salford

Former student Abdullah Ayub on the role of part time work in finding a good job “I am currently employed by HSBC in Dubai, my employment was rather straightforward as during my time at Salford University I was also employed

by The Royal Bank of Scotland. My experience played a major role in my current position as the work I am doing now, although more advanced, is very similar to that which I was doing previously.”

Maths Student Society http://tinyurl.com/hrvn9ue The Salford University Mathematics Society (SUMS) was created in 2016 by Mathematics student Gada Eltahir.

The Society is for any student with an interest in mathematics. We run social events and trips, invite guest speakers from a cross-section of companies, offer mathematics support, and go on visits.

In November two recent graduates from the Mathematics degree returned to the University to speak about their career journeys since graduation in a Careers and Employability Mini-Conference.

The speakers gave first experience of the job market: how they got their jobs and, the application procedures and interview process they went through. Both graduates are now involved in recruitment in their companies and explained the skills and experiences they are seeking in new Mathematics graduates. The careers talk was organised by the Salford University Mathematics Society and was kindly sponsored by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.

In brief National Student Survey National Student Survey Highest score for assessment and feedback Highest score for assessment and nationally feedback nationally “Overall I am satisfied with the quality of the “Overall I am satisfied with the quality of course” score: 94%, the course” score: 94%, Open day: 24 June 2017 More info: tinyurl.com/q8kh8qb

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Dr Sabine von Hünerbein, Admissions Tutor, S.vonHunerbein@salford.ac.uk, 0161 295 4424 The stories have been edited to fit the space available. Photos: Sherry Zhang, University of Salford, Elon Correa, business-ethics.com, SUMS

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