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Other areas include:
• Software Architects
• Computer Security Specialists
• Aeronautical Engineers
• Bio-mathematics and Bio-statisticians
• Every engineering fields
In this booklet, we will highlight some of these fields to
hopefully trigger some excitement in you. If you are struggling
to decide between one or another field, rest assured. John
von Neumann even developed game theory, which involves
the mathematical study of making proper decisions between
two options!
Choosing to study for a mathematics related career is the
gateway that will always leave you with many options!
Several of our South African Universities offer degrees in
these fields or any other combination that will address your
own unique interests and passions. Consistently, our
universities rate in the top 5% tertiary institutions globally, so
regardless of where you go and what field you select, you will
be well served in preparing for an exciting and rewarding
career in mathematics!
Prof Kerstin Jordaan Cathy Sims
Executive Director Executive Director
South African Mathematics South African Graduate
Foundation (SAMF) Employers Association
(SAGEA)
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