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The perfect tandem for your future: mathematics and software engineering

  • 5 March 2024
  • 4 minutos
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In this new digital era, where technology is advancing by leaps and bounds and digitalisation is becoming the daily bread of our society, an essential academic and professional duo is emerging: mathematics applied to software engineering. This tandem not only opens doors to endless job opportunities, but also enhances the ability to innovate and solve complex problems, characteristics that are highly valued in today's labour market. At UDIT we have a Degree in Mathematics Applied to Software Engineering where we combine mathematical skills and essential programming bases for their application in real professional contexts that will help you in your professional future.

The importance of mathematics in technology

Mathematics is the foundation on which all technologies are built. From algorithm development to cryptography, artificial intelligence to data analysis, mathematics is at the heart of every technological process and product. Strengthening mathematical skills means not only improving analytical and problem-solving abilities, but also preparing for a future in which these skills will be essential.

Software engineering: designing the future

Software engineering, on the other hand, is the discipline of transforming theoretical knowledge into practical applications that improve our lives. Through the development of software, mobile applications, operating systems and digital platforms, software engineers are literally designing the future. Combining a solid knowledge of mathematics with practicalsoftware engineering skills enables professionals not only to understand complex problems, but also to build innovative solutions.

A perfect tandem for innovation

When mathematics and software engineering come together, the potential for innovation is limitless. Mathematics provides the tools to understand and model complex problems, while software engineering offers the means to implement practical and efficient solutions. The Bachelor's Degree in Applied Mathematics in Software Engineering is 100% focused on programming. This combination is particularly powerful in fields such as artificial intelligence, where mathematical models and complex algorithms are the basis for systems that can learn, adapt and make decisions. 

Career opportunities and professional development

The mastery of mathematics applied to software engineering opens up a range of career opportunities in a variety of sectors. From the technology industry to finance, healthcare, education and beyond, skills in these disciplines are in high demand. Moreover, continuous technological advancement ensures that this demand continues to grow, offering a dynamic career field full of opportunities for growth and specialisation. You will be able to work in areas and positions such as:

  • Computing.
  • Computing and software development.
  • Software maintenance.
  • Consultancy.
  • Data analysis: market research and risk analysis, banking and finance, sociological prospecting, etc.
  • Logistics and process optimisation.

How to prepare for this academic and professional tandem

For students interested in making the most of this perfect tandem, there are several steps to follow. First, it is essential to strengthen mathematical foundations through constant study and practice. Participating in maths Olympiads or science clubs can be an excellent way to do this. At the same time, exploring the world of programming and software development early on will facilitate the acquisition of practical skills essential for software engineering.

Education as a cornerstone

Choosing a university degree that combines these two fields is a natural next step. Mathematics applied to software engineering is the perfect choice that combines both disciplines. At UDIT we have the studies that best suit you, with the Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics Applied to Software Engineering, you will be trained in mathematics from a practical and creative perspective, away from the traditional abstraction and problem solving.

The importance of constant updating

In a field that evolves so rapidly, education does not end with a university degree. At UDIT you can also obtain the Azure AI Fundamentals certification that allows you to achieve the first level in the path generated by Microsoft for artificial intelligence engineers. It provides an overview of the implementation of the main artificial intelligence algorithms in Azure.

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