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Autumn or Spring |
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Unit(s) of Assessment
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Weighting Towards Module Mark( %)
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Report: a written report. Marks will be deducted if material in the written report is copied directly from a source without reference
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80
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Presentation: after submission of the report
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20
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Qualifying Condition(s)
An overall aggregate mark of 40% for the module is required to pass the module. |
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| Module Overview |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
None specific.
This module cannot be taken together with either the Mathematical Studies Project (MS340) or the Computing Project (MS341).
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| Module Aims |
This module allows the student to demonstrate that, under supervision of a member of staff, they are able to review and understand material from different sources (e.g. books and academic journals) and produce a coherent written report in their own words on their chosen topic, which should relate in some way to their degree programme. |
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| Learning Outcomes |
By the end of the module a student should:
1. Be able to find material in the library on a particular topic.
2. Be able to present ideas from different sources in a coherent way, both by written and oral communication.
3. Be able to write a report on the results of their investigations. This should accurately and appropriately cite relevant references and use diagrams, graphs and tables appropriately.
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| Module Content |
The content will vary according to the chosen topic and supervisor but should in all cases consist of a review of some work done in mathematics, statistics or a related discipline at the level of a third year course. The written report is not expected to contain any original material but it should demonstrate that the student has an understanding of the topic and is able to comment critically on the topic or the material reviewed. |
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
Teaching is by discussion, directed reading and interaction between the student and supervisor, and by discussion with the examiners at the presentation. Learning takes place through discussion, background reading and private study. Weekly meetings between student and supervisor. |
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
N.J. Higham, Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences, SIAM Philadephia, (second edition, 1998). |
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| Last Updated |
17 August 2009 |
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