Mark Sheridan

Risk Manager
Beazley
Dublin
Banking, insurance and financial services
BA Mathematics
2016

Edgeworth Prize and Gosset Prize. (Statistics exam awards).

Maynooth is a great place to study. The relaxed yet professional atmosphere really helps you focus during exam periods, especially in the South Campus, where the Mathematics Department is located.

The lecturers are extremely helpful and focus on ensuring you understand the material rather than just passing exams. The modules are diverse and interesting, changing regularly. I even did a module through Irish despite hardly speaking a word of it!

The structure of the mathematics degree allowed me to explore different subject options. For example, I initially studied business modules in first year, but after realising they weren’t for me, I switched to statistics, which turned out to be one of the best decisions I made.

Studying mathematics at Maynooth helps you develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills that are applicable across many industries, making it a great foundation for any career.
 

Updated 31/03/2025