Mathematics Dissertation
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MATH4001 | Mathematical Sciences | 4 | 40 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- MATH4001
- School
- Mathematical Sciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 40
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This course will consist of self-directed but supervised study of an appropriate area of mathematics for the whole year. The study should result in a sustained piece of work assessed by an interim report a dissertation and a viva. A list of possible topics will be supplied by the school. Students choose a topic of interest to them, work under the supervision of a member of staff, and write a dissertation on their work. As part of the viva students give an oral presentation of their work. Further advice and information is available from the convener and will be given to students at appropriate stages of their course.
Target Students
Thiscourse is compulsory for Part III students registered for the MMath degree in Mathematics. Available to Natural Sciences students.
Classes
- One 1-hour workshop each week for 20 weeks
Assessment
- 95% Dissertation and viva: Word-processed. Normally between 60 and 120 pages. Assessed through a viva-informed marking process.
- 5% Report: Progress report - word-processed. Normally between 3 and 6 pages.
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
Thiscourse aims to give students the experience of working on an individual investigation in an appropriate area of mathematics. The student will:work independently, though under supervision, on a substantial mathematical problem, or in sustained study of an advanced topic;choose appropriate techniques for research-informed investigation;present and analyse their results in both written and oral forms;work to deadlines.The module is a key component of the final year in a research-informed degree. The students will acquire knowledge and skills relevant to a research mathematician, including presentational and project management skills relevant to many professions.Learning Outcomes
A student who completes this course successfully will be able to
L1 - study and/or investigate an advanced mathematical problem independently;
L2 - find and use appropriate references and background material;
L3 - present in written form a mathematical dissertation satisfying all the requirements of a scientific report in style and presentation;
L4 - present the results of an investigation with confidence in a viva;
L5 - use appropriate mathematical software and typesetting software.