Department of Mathematical Sciences Programme Catalogue 2016/17 |
USMA-AKM15: MMath(Hons) Mathematics with Year long work placement |
Leading to the award of MASTER OF MATHEMATICS |
Mode of attendance: Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement |
Normal programme duration: 5 years |
Possible DAPs for this programme: Please see your programme handbook for circumstances where transfer to DAP may be permitted/required. | |
Possible exit awards for this programme: |
NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 15 ; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 16 .
- Part 1 Stage 1 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification
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Academic Year: Part 1 Stage 1 |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA10207 | Analysis 1 | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
XX10190 | Programming and discrete mathematics | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 1 Stage 1 |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA10209 | Algebra 1A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA10211 | Probability & statistics 1A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA10230 | Methods and applications 1A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 1 Stage 1 |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA10210 | Algebra 1B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA10212 | Probability & statistics 1B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA10236 | Methods and applications 1B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2016/17 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2017/18 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
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NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 23 ; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 24 .
- Part 2 Stage 2 of this programme contributes 16% towards the final award classification
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Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 2 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
ES20069 | Introduction to econometrics | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 2 |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA20216 | Algebra 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20218 | Analysis 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA20220 | Ordinary differential equations and control | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20222 | Numerical analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20224 | Probability 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20226 | Statistics 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
CM10194 | Computer systems architecture 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM20217 | Foundations of computation | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MN10248 | Introduction to accounting | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH10005 | Vibrations, waves & optics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 2 |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA20217 | Algebra 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20219 | Analysis 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA20221 | Modelling and dynamical systems | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20223 | Vector calculus and partial differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20225 | Probability 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20227 | Statistics 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
CM10195 | Computer systems architecture 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM20256 | Functional programming | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MN10248 | Introduction to accounting | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MN10500 | Corporate finance for managers | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH10001 | Introduction to quantum physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2016/17 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2017/18 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
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NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 11 ; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 12 .
- Part 2 Stage 3 of this programme contributes 0% towards the final award classification
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Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 3 |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA20105 | Industrial placement | 60 credits [equivalent to 120 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2016/17 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2017/18 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
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NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- This is the penultimate stage of the programme.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 23 ; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 24 .
- Part 2 Stage 4 of this programme contributes 34% towards the final award classification
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- Students must take units totalling 60 credits for the year, normally 30 credits each semester. In the combined programme for years 4 and 5 at least 108 of the 120 credits should be at level 3 or higher and at least 60 should be at level 4.
- Students must check the teaching timeslots (pdf - link opens in new tab) when choosing units. To minimise timetable clashes, no more than one unit should be chosen from each timeslot within the same semester.
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Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 4 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
ES20069 | Introduction to econometrics | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 4 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
CM20217 | Foundations of computation | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM20254 | Data structures and algorithms | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30070 | Computer algebra | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ES30027 | Econometrics 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20220 | Ordinary differential equations and control | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20222 | Numerical analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20224 | Probability 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20226 | Statistics 2A | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30039 | Differential geometry of curves & surfaces | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30041 | Metric spaces | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30044 | Mathematical methods 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30046 | Linear control theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30047 | Mathematical biology 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30051 | Numerical linear algebra | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30060 | Dynamics and chaos | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30084 | Generalised linear models | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30086 | Medical statistics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30087 | Optimisation methods of operational research | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30125 | Markov processes & applications | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30237 | Group theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40042 | Measure theory & integration | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40043 | Real & abstract analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40065 | Viscous fluid mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40092 | Classical statistical inference | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40198 | Applied statistical inference | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40238 | Number theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH20029 | Thermal physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH30030 | Quantum mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH30031 | Simulation techniques | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ZZ30001 | Director of Studies approved unit | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 4 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5 units from the following list: |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
CM20252 | Artificial intelligence | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM20256 | Functional programming | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30073 | Advanced algorithms & complexity | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30075 | Advanced computer graphics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30080 | Computer vision | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30173 | Cryptography | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30226 | Logic and semantics of programming languages | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ES30028 | Econometrics 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20221 | Modelling and dynamical systems | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20223 | Vector calculus and partial differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20225 | Probability 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA20227 | Statistics 2B | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30055 | Introduction to topology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30056 | Complex analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30059 | Mathematical methods 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30061 | Optimal control | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30063 | Mathematical biology 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30085 | Time series | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30089 | Stochastic processes & finance | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30091 | Applied statistics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30128 | Project | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30170 | Numerical solution of elliptic PDEs | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30231 | Projective geometry | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30241 | Communicating maths | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30245 | Graphs and networks: theory and applications | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40037 | Galois theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40048 | Analytical & geometrical theory of differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40049 | Elasticity | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40050 | Numerical optimisation and large-scale systems | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40057 | Functional analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40058 | Probability with martingales | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40062 | Ordinary differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40090 | Multivariate data analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40177 | Scientific computing | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40189 | Topics in Bayesian statistics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40203 | Theory of partial differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40239 | Discrete probability | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH20014 | Electromagnetism 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ZZ30004 | Director of Studies approved unit | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2016/17 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2017/18 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
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NFAAR-UG assessment regulations:- Transfer to DAP may be possible from this programme year.
- Main assessment regulations: Appendix 27 (Section A) ; Supplementary assessment regulations: Appendix 28 (Section A) .
- Part 3 Stage 5 of this programme contributes 50% towards the final award classification
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- Students must take units totalling 60 credits for the year, normally 30 credits each semester. In the combined programme for years 4 and 5 at least 108 of the 120 credits should be at level 3 or higher and at least 60 should be at level 4.
- Students must check the teaching timeslots (pdf - link opens in new tab) when choosing units. To minimise timetable clashes, no more than one unit should be chosen from each timeslot within the same semester.
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Academic Year: Part 3 Stage 5 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list: |
Students who choose MA40249 from this list may not also take CM30082, MA40117 (in Semester 1), or MA40195 (in Semester 2) |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
MA40249 | Year long project (MMath) | 12 credits [equivalent to 24 CATS credits] |
Semester 1: Part 3 Stage 5 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5 units from the following list: |
Students who choose to take year-long unit MA40249 may not also take MA40117 from this list. |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
CM30070 | Computer algebra | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ES30027 | Econometrics 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30039 | Differential geometry of curves & surfaces | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30041 | Metric spaces | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30044 | Mathematical methods 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30046 | Linear control theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30047 | Mathematical biology 1 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30051 | Numerical linear algebra | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30060 | Dynamics and chaos | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30084 | Generalised linear models | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30086 | Medical statistics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30087 | Optimisation methods of operational research | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30125 | Markov processes & applications | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30237 | Group theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40040 | Algebraic topology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40042 | Measure theory & integration | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40043 | Real & abstract analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40045 | Dynamical systems | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40065 | Viscous fluid mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40092 | Classical statistical inference | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40117 | Project (MMath) | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40171 | Numerical solution of evolutionary equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40197 | Advanced mathematical biology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40198 | Applied statistical inference | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40233 | Topics in pure mathematics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40238 | Number theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH30030 | Quantum mechanics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH30031 | Simulation techniques | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH30032 | Laser physics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ZZ30001 | Director of Studies approved unit | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Semester 2: Part 3 Stage 5 |
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5 units from the following list: |
Students who choose to take year-long unit MA40249 may not also take MA40195 from this list. |
Unit Code | Title | ECTS Credits |
CM30073 | Advanced algorithms & complexity | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30075 | Advanced computer graphics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30080 | Computer vision | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30173 | Cryptography | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
CM30226 | Logic and semantics of programming languages | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ES30028 | Econometrics 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30055 | Introduction to topology | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30056 | Complex analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30059 | Mathematical methods 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30061 | Optimal control | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30063 | Mathematical biology 2 | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30085 | Time series | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30089 | Stochastic processes & finance | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30091 | Applied statistics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30170 | Numerical solution of elliptic PDEs | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30231 | Projective geometry | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30241 | Communicating maths | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA30245 | Graphs and networks: theory and applications | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40037 | Galois theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40048 | Analytical & geometrical theory of differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40049 | Elasticity | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40050 | Numerical optimisation and large-scale systems | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40057 | Functional analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40058 | Probability with martingales | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40062 | Ordinary differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40090 | Multivariate data analysis | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40177 | Scientific computing | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40189 | Topics in Bayesian statistics | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40195 | Project (MMath) | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40203 | Theory of partial differential equations | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
MA40239 | Discrete probability | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
PH40084 | Advanced quantum theory | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
ZZ30004 | Director of Studies approved unit | 6 credits [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
Notes: - Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
- This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2016/17 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2017/18 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
- NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
- Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
- Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.
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