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Modern Applications of Mathematics MSc – 1 year

University of Bath

Master

In Bath ()

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Duration

    1 Year

Train in the methods and techniques needed to apply mathematics to real world problems. Gain exposure to different disciplines and industries.

You'll have the chance to study optional units from departments throughout the Faculty of Science, for example aerodynamics, microbial evolution or nanoscience.

You'll get the opportunity to make direct contact with industrial companies and undertake a three-month project with industrial collaboration.

Graduates from the course have gone on to further research in Berlin, Brussels, Frankfurt, and Lausanne, and academic posts in Canada, Germany, Malaysia, Sweden, the UK, and the US. Recent employers include Barclays Capital, British Aerospace, Network Rail, Pfizer, and Powergen.

About this course

You'll develop an awareness of modern applications of mathematics in an interdisciplinary environment. You'll get professional-level training in modern mathematical methods, mathematical modelling, scientific computation and other applied techniques, with an emphasis on problem-solving.

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components

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Subjects

  • Mathematics
  • Project
  • GCSE Mathematics
  • Computation
  • Numerical computation
  • Mathematical
  • Scientific computing
  • Modelling
  • Project Scoping
  • Biomechanics
  • Computer vision

Course programme

Compulsory course units

These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.

Semester 1
  • Applied statistical inference
  • Applied numerical computation
  • Mathematical methods 1
  • Plus optional units
Semester 2
  • Scientific computing
  • Case studies in mathematical modelling and industrial mathematics
  • Project scoping
  • Plus optional units
Summer
  • Dissertation project
Optional course units

These are examples of optional units currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.

  • Biomechanics
  • Computer vision
  • Intelligent control and cognitive systems
  • Mathematical biology
  • Mathematics for machine learning
  • Medical statistics
  • Numerical optimisation and large-scale systems
  • Stochastic processes and finance
  • Viscous fluid dynamics
Learning and assessment

Learning
  • Lectures
  • Online resources
  • Practical sessions
  • Seminars
  • Tutorials
  • Workshops
Assessment
  • Coursework
  • Dissertation
  • Online assessment
  • Oral assessment
  • Practical work
  • Seminar
  • Written examination

Additional information

UK/EU application deadline - 31 August 2020

Overseas deadline - 30 June 2020

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