Mathematics MSc - 2020/1
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Mathematics
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Mathematics |
| PGCert | Mathematics |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | PGB61007 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
JACs code
100403
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Mathematics, Statistics and Operational (Master)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences - Mathematics
Programme Leader
ZELIK Sergey (Maths)
Date of production/revision of spec
25/02/2020
Educational aims of the programme
- To provide graduates with a strong background in advanced mathematical theory and its applications to the solution of real problems.
- To develop students understanding of core areas in advanced mathematics including standard tools for the solution of real life applied mathematical problems.
- To develop the skill of formulating a mathematical problem from a purely verbal description.
- To develop the skill of writing a sophisticated mathematical report and, additionally, in presenting the results in the form of an oral presentation.
- To lay a foundation for carrying out mathematical research leading to a research degree and/or a career as a professional mathematician in an academic or non-academic setting.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ability to demonstrate knowledge of key techniques in advanced mathematics and to apply those techniques in problem solving. | C | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Ability to formulate a mathematical description of a problem that may be described only verbally. | C | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| An understanding of possible shortcomings of mathematical descriptions of reality. | C | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Professional practical skills for a research mathematician are fluency in advanced mathematical theory, the ability to interpret the results of the application of that theory, an awareness of any weaknesses in the assumptions being made and of possible shortcomings with model predictions, and the skill of writing an extended and sophisticated mathematical report and of verbally summarising its content to specialist and/or non-specialist audiences. | P | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Ability to reason logically and creatively. | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Effective oral presentation skills. | T | PGCert | |
| Written report writing skills. | T | PGCert | |
| Skills in independent learning. | T | PGCert | |
| Time management. | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Use of information and technology | T | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Knowledge of the core theory and methods of advanced pure and applied mathematics and how to apply that theory to real life problems. | K | PGCert, PGDip, MSc | |
| Ability to use software such as MATLAB and IT facilities more generally including research databases such as MathSciNet and Web of Knowledge. | C | MSc | |
| An in-depth study of a specific problem arising in a research context. | K | MSc |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7*. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
*some programmes may contain up to 30 credits at FHEQ level 6.
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Optional modules for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Except for the dissertation, all modules are optional, subject only to the requirements noted above (e.g., for the MSc, a minimum of 150 credits must be at Level 7).
Due to limitations on the availability of academics, not every module is offered every year. In a typical academic year, approximately 8 Level 6 modules and 13 Level 7 modules will be offered in addition to the dissertation.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| ERASMUS Study (that is not taken during Level P) | N | |
| Study exchange(s) (that are not part of the ERASMUS scheme) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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