Mathematics (research placement)
(MMath) Mathematics (research placement)
Entry for 2022
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 7 (Masters) in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to: demonstrate in depth knowledge and understanding of a core of analysis, algebra, applied mathematics, probability, statistics and, where appropriate, other sciences with a strong mathematical component, much of which is at (or is informed by) the forefront of the discipline; demonstrate knowledge and understanding of advanced topics, depending on his or her own choice.
Intellectual Skill: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to: demonstrate ability to understand and use mathematical arguments and deductive reasoning; demonstrate awareness of the importance of mathematical and statistical assumptions and awareness of their use.
Intellectual Skill: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to understand and critically evaluate current research and, where appropriate, to suggest new ideas.
Practical Skills: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to: demonstrate competence in the use of mathematical methods and techniques in problem solving and modelling; explore and solve advanced mathematical problems, by selecting appropriate techniques; demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the process of mathematical or statistical modelling; exhibit advanced skills of numeracy, involving use of quantitative concepts and arguments, where appropriate, at all stages of work.
Transferable Skills: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to: communicate scientific information effectively, orally and in writing; work and learn independently, including taking responsibility for their own learning, time-management and organisation.
Transferable Skills: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to: take decisions in complex and unpredictable contexts; apply a range of mathematical, computational, numerical and statistical skills.
Transferable Skills: By the end of the programme a successful student is expected to be able to: (a) have experienced and developed research skills in an area of Mathematics, (b) conduct a literature search and (c) present results in a manner accessible to Mathematics undergraduate students.
Full-time course composition
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