Mathematics - MSc

Core Module:

• Dissertation

Optional Modules:

This programme has optional modules to choose from to allow you to achieve the required credits to successfully complete the award. At a research led institution, optional module lists are subject to change each year to keep the student learning experience current and up-to-date. For the optional modules available in this department please visit the department website.

Teaching:

The Mathematics MSc is made up of a taught component, consisting primarily of lecture modules and subsequent examinations, and a research component consisting of a written dissertation exploring a topic in depth. Credits are measured in CATS. The MSc degree has a total of 180 CATS with 90 CATS coming from the taught component and 90 CATS coming from the dissertation.

Assessment:

• Term 1 (October - December) - You attend roughly half of your modules (measured in CATS) and begin discussing dissertation topics with members of staff.
• Term 2 (January - March) - You attend the remaining modules, register for examinations, declare a dissertation topic and a supervisor, and start background work on the topic.
• Term 3 (April - June) - You take examinations for the Term 1 and 2 modules and continue to work on your dissertation.
• Internal Exam Board Meeting (Late June) - Your examination results are considered by the internal examination board; recommendations are made based on your performance.
• Summer (July - September) - You work full-time on your dissertation, and you may give an oral presentation to staff during the summer. Completed dissertations are due in early September.
• Full Exam Board Meeting (late September) - Your examinations and dissertation are considered by the full MSc Examination Board. The Examination Board recommends the award of a MSc degree to those who have successfully passed both the examination and dissertation elements of the degree requirement. The award of MSc with Merit or Distinction is possible for students who have performed very well.