Mathematics and Statistical Science MSci

University College London

Master

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    4 Years

In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
In the first and second years of the programme you will take a balanced selection of modules in both UCL Mathematics and UCL Statistical Science. You will take a selection of designated modules in the third year and undertake a major project in your fourth year, which will include a substantial piece of written work and a presentation.
Statistics will include much practical work while the mathematics will cover the theoretical aspects of the pure mathematics required to sustain and understand this.
This programme is offered as a three-year BSc or a four-year MSci degree. The first two years of the programme are identical, and students are advised to apply for the MSci degree in the first instance, as it is possible to transfer to the BSc during the first three years.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Gower Street, WC1E 6BT

Start date

On request

About this course

The programme is an excellent preparation for becoming a professional statistician or an actuary.
The programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society. On application to the society, graduates are awarded Graduate Statistician status provided that at least second-class Honours has been obtained.
Highly regarded UCL Mathematics is home to world-leading researchers in a wide range of fields, especially geometry, spectral theory, number theory, fluid dynamics and mathematical modelling.
Three of the six British winners of the Fields medal (the mathematician's equivalent of the Nobel Prize) have associations with the department.

We aim to develop your skills in mathematical reasoning, problem-solving and accurate mathematical manipulation. You will also learn to handle abstract concepts and to think critically, argue logically and express yourself clearly.
A mathematics degree is highly valued by employers due to the skills in logical thinking, analysis, problem-solving and, of course, numeracy, that it develops.
Graduates have gone forward to use their mathematical skills in careers in the City of London, such as forecasting, risk analysis and trading; in financial services, such as accountancy, banking and insurance; and in scientific research, information technology and industry.
Further study, such as a Master's degree or a PGCE qualification, is another popular option.

English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 5. For UK-based students, a grade C or 5 or equivalent in a foreign language (other than Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is required.

On application to the Royal Statistical Society, graduates are awarded Graduate Statistician (GradStat) status, providing formal recognition of a member's statistical qualifications.

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Subjects

  • Mathematics
  • GCSE Mathematics
  • Algebra
  • Mathematics modules
  • Statistical science modules
  • Statistical science
  • Practical Statistics
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Complex Analysis
  • Computing for Practical Statistics

Course programme

YEAR 1

Core or compulsory module(s)

Mathematics modules:

  • Algebra 1
  • Analysis 1
  • Analysis 2
  • Mathematical Methods 1
  • Mathematical Methods 2

Statistical science modules:

  • Introduction to Practical Statistics
  • Introduction to Probability and Statistics
  • Further Probability and Statistics

YEAR 2

Core or compulsory module(s)

Mathematics modules:

  • Algebra 2
  • Analysis 3: Complex Analysis
  • Analysis 4: Real Analysis

Statistical science modules:

  • Computing for Practical Statistics
  • Introduction To Applied Probability
  • Linear Models and the Analysis of Variance
  • Probability and Inference
Optional modules

You will select one of the following statistical science modules:

  • Optimization Algorithms in Operations Research
  • Social Statistics

YEAR 3

Core or compulsory module(s)

Mathematics modules:

  • Algebra 3: Further Linear Algebra
  • Measure Theory

Statistical science module:

  • Statistical Inference
Optional modules

You will select:

  • 0.5 credits of designated mathematics options
  • 1.0 credits of statistics options
  • 1.0 credits from designated mathematics or standard statistical science options
  • Up to 0.5 credits may be replaced by an outside option, subject to department approval.

YEAR 4

Core or compulsory module(s)

All final year modules are optional.

Optional modules

You will select:

  • 1.0 credit of fourth-year mathematics options
  • 1.0 credit of suitable statistical science options
  • 1.0 credit from third- or fourth-year mathematics or suitable statistical science options

Plus either:

  • Statistics Project (1.0 credit)
  • Project in Mathematics (1.0 credit)
  • Up to 0.5 credits may be replaced by an outside option, subject to department approval.
Your learning

Teaching is mainly carried out through lectures and small-group tutorials. Problem classes allow you to exercise the skills you have learned. In addition, an 'office hours' system for each programme allows you to meet with tutors on a one-to-one basis to review parts of the degree that you find interesting or need clarifying. A Student Mentor scheme runs in the department offering support and advice to first-years.

Assessment

Most modules are assessed by two-hour written examinations in the third term, with a small element (10%) of coursework assessment.

Additional information

Overseas students Fee - £22,790 (2018/19)

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