Mathematics

Description

Many recent discoveries are due to the ingenuity of mathematicians from the invention of the Internet and the creation of Facebook, toGCHQoperations that save thousands of lives. By choosing our Mathematics degree, you can help to shape exciting new technologies for the modern world.

Why study BSc Mathematics at Middlesex?

You will study the broad spectrum of pure maths (algebra, calculus, geometry and logical reasoning). Key modules like Problem Solving Methods will help you to solve complex mathematical problems and relate theory to practice in an ever-changing world. Our degree is the perfect training for a diversity of careers (read more in the careers tab). Employers require graduates with expert communication skills and that's why our course offers a unique model of communications training: 'Communicating Mathematics' trains you to convey complex mathematical language into simple forms.

If you apply for our four- year MMath course (which offers advanced study options in disciplines such as financial maths and high level pure maths) you will gain a masters qualification when you successfully complete your undergraduate degree. And, if you apply in Year 1, you can receive funding to cover your postgraduate course fees.

Course highlights:

• You will benefit from the expertise of our teaching staff who are leaders in research excellence across a range of mathematics disciplines

• You can study optional advanced modules which cover topics including: applications of maths to simulation and optimisation problems, applied statistics (lead by active researchers), and physics

• You have the option to take a year-long placement between your second and third years that will enhance your employability and give you experience of working as a professional mathematician in industry

• We have designed our degrees to be flexible, allowing you to join the MMath from the BSc Mathematics at any time up to the end of your second year as long as you achieve high enough grades

• Our specialist degree develops vital communication skills in a variety of forms (written, web based, presentation and group working), ensuring you can explain complex maths to a range of audiences

• We encourage our students to publish their project results in our prestigious Mathematics Department journal

• Once qualified, your BSc/MMath will enable you to receive Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for credits to The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) professional qualifications frameworks in insurance and financial services .

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 11200 Year (Non-EEA)

• English

Course Content

What will you study?

You will develop your knowledge of mathematics through investigating key topics in algebra and analysis and will learn to work with multi-faceted problems across a range of modules, particularly within Problem Solving Methods. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the language and culture of mathematics and have an appreciation for the importance of rigorous proof, logical deduction and abstraction. In your final year you will focus on developing your communication skills, and graduate with a broad, yet comprehensive knowledge of many theoretical and practical areas of mathematics, with advanced skills in communicating complex ideas.

• Year 1

  • Vectors and Matrices (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Calculus and Differential Equations (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Logic and Structures (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Data and Information (30 Credits) - Compulsory

• Year 2

  • Groups and Rings (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Mathematical Analysis (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Discrete Mathematics and Geometry (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Problem Solving Methods (30 Credits) - Compulsory

• Year 3 (With three optional modules)

  • Advanced Algebra (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Real and Complex Analysis (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Communicating Mathematics (30 Credits) - Compulsory

  • Project (30 Credits) - Optional

  • Combinatorics (30 Credits) - Optional

  • Multivariate Statistics (30 Credits) - Optional

  • Simulation and Decision Making (30 Credits) - Optional

  • Functional Analysis (30 Credits) - Optional

  • Differential Equations (30 Credits) - Optional

  • Math Modules (30 Credits) - Optional

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

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Requirements

We normally make offers on a minimum of 300 UCAS tariff points including A-Level (or equivalent) Maths at grade B, plus GCSE Maths and English Language at grade C. BTEC National Diploma/International Baccalaureate/Advanced Progression Diplomas at equivalent tariff. Access to HE - Pass. Applications from candidates without formal qualifications are welcomed

International entry requirements

We accept the equivalent of the above from a recognised overseas qualification. To find out more about the requirements from your country, see further information under . For details of other equivalent requirements that Middlesex accepts see .

English language requirements

You must have competence in English language and we normally require Grade C GCSE or an equivalent qualification. The most common English Language requirements for international students is IELTS 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all four components).

Middlesex also offers an (Pre-Sessional) that ranges from 5-17 weeks depending on your level of English. Successful completion of this course would meet English language entry requirements.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

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• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

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