Science & Research
Mathematician
Works on mathematical theory and its application to real problems.
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What this career is
Mathematics careers include pure research, applied modelling in industry, cryptography, and quantitative roles in finance and technology.
- Typical education pathway
- B.Sc./B.S. in Mathematics, then M.Sc. and commonly a Ph.D.
What professionals typically do
- Develop and prove mathematical results
- Model real problems mathematically
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers
- Publish or apply findings
Typical education pathways
- Class 12 with Mathematics, then B.Sc. Mathematics or an integrated programme
- M.Sc. Mathematics; Ph.D. for research and academic work
Important skills
- Abstract reasoning
- Proof technique
- Modelling
- Programming basics
Suitable student interests
- Mathematics
- Abstract thinking
- Problem solving
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