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Department of Mathematical Sciences, Programme Catalogue 2010/11


TSXX-AFM01: MSc Mathematical Biology

Leading to the award of MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICAL BIOLOGY

Mode of attendance: Full-time


Year 1

Semester 1

Compulsory Units
BB40128 The evolution of genetic systems 6 Credits
BB50165 Biology/biochemistry for mathematical biologists 6 Credits
MA50174 Advanced numerical methods 6 Credits
MA50190 Advanced mathematical methods 6 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 Unit(s) from the following list:
MA40197 Mathematical modelling in ecology, evolution and epidemiology 6 Credits
MA50183 Specialist reading course 6 Credits

Semester 2

Compulsory Units
BB40117 Microbial evolution - from the laboratory to nature 6 Credits
BB50166 Field course 6 Credits
MA50176 Methods & applications 1: case studies in mathematical modelling and industrial mathematics 6 Credits
MA50199 Topic review in mathematical biology 6 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 Unit(s) from the following list:
MA40198 Statistics for biological dynamic modelling 6 Credits
MA50215 Specialist reading course 6 Credits

Dissertation Period

Compulsory Units
MA50187 Project 30 Credits