While applying to university, many students ask themselves the same question – should I choose to study the subject I\u2019m passionate about, or the one that offers stability in the future? In mathematics, I found both.<\/p>\n
The main reason why I chose to study maths goes back to when I was only 13 years old and had recently started high school in my native country, Sweden. I was no longer going to be studying natural sciences as a single subject but instead, the main fields were separated into individual subjects. Even though the level of study was far from advanced, I immediately realised the impact that mathematics has on the sciences and hence on our society.<\/strong> The countless and various applications of maths means that the skills of a mathematician can be useful in many careers. Because of my great interest, I quickly decided to choose maths as the subject for my university studies. The wide range of career paths that a maths degree offers was something I viewed as a bonus.<\/strong><\/p>\n At the start of high school, I also took a special liking to physics. Like maths, this interest only grew. Since the language of mathematics is predominantly universal, and considering I\u2019m from a non-English speaking country, I thought maths would be a better way to ease myself into the academic world in the UK. I reasoned that the skills I would gain from a maths degree could later be applied to something connected to physics.<\/strong> That way I could get the best of both worlds. I thoroughly enjoy mathematics on its own but it\u2019s also really exciting seeing it come to life through physics.<\/strong> To some extent, I already get to see this in my undergraduate maths degree!<\/p>\n Now halfway into my first year, I am certain that my 13-year-old self knew what she was talking about. Mathematics can explain a great part of our reality and as I continue my studies, I continue to develop my perception of that reality.<\/strong> Through corrections and additions to the subject of mathematics, we are constantly heading towards new truths. How thrilling is it to know that a maths degree can give the opportunity to mould and discover more about reality?<\/strong> That knowledge is what fuels my curiosity and it\u2019s undeniably my foremost reason for choosing to study mathematics at King\u2019s.<\/p>\n The numerous mathematical areas that are yet to be uncovered, the many career paths available and my passion for maths all assure me that I will never grow tired of my subject.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"