Mathematics bsc (hons)

Mathematics BSc (Hons)

Contact

Faculty Reception T: +44 (0)1332 591896 E: maths@derby.ac.uk Connect with us www.facebook.com/DerbyUniComputing http://twitter.com/DerbyUniBCL

University of Derby Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB

The information in this leaet was correct when we produced it, please check our website for the most up to date information.

www.derby.ac.uk/bcl

Duration and mode of study: Full time - three years or four with an optional placement year.

Fees: This is a classroom based course, so it costs £8,100 per year.

Start date: You can start this course in September.

About the course The course is professionally accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), which facilitates your route to becoming a Chartered Mathematician (C.Math). In your final year of study you will work closely with a member of staff on an individual project which can give you an insight into the world of mathematical research.

Teaching and learning Formal lectures are supported by smaller tutorial groups where the consolidation of understanding, and problem solving, take place. A weekly drop-in clinic ensures you willl have access to help when needed, and staff are always willing to see you on a one-to-one basis to resolve problems.

The lecturers are really enthusiastic about what they’re teaching and have a remarkable ability to relate the subject to everyday life - which really helps you to understand the concepts.

Nick Morris

What you will cover You willl study differential and integral calculus, linear algebra, numerical methods, standard analytical techniques, statistics, operational research, programming techniques and financial mathematics. The Mathematics Group Project module enables you to experience working as a mathematician on a real and complex problem specified by industrial managers.

Autumn Spring

Stage one

-

Statistical Methods 1

Physical Modelling

Mathematical Software

Autumn

Stage TWO

Analysis and Algebra

Statistical Methods 2

Linear Algebra

-

Mathematics Group Project

Mathematical Methods

Mathematical Modelling

Spring

Entry requirements: You will usually need 260 UCAS points from accepted qualifications (see www.derby.ac.uk/entryreqs for a full list).

Patterns of Problem Solving Calculus

Operational Research

Optional Placement Year

Autumn

UCAS code: G120

The Mathematics degree at Derby scored over 93% in a recent student satisfaction survey.* Throughout this course you will develop your knowledge and understanding of concepts in mathematics, statistics and operational research. You will improve your analytical and technical expertise and explore how mathematics can be applied in a variety of theoretical contexts. *National Student Survey 2013

Study modules

Stage THREE

Where you will study: Derby Campus, Kedleston Road

Why choose this course?

Spring

Factfile

Research Methods and Independent Study in Mathematics

Mathematics Option

Mathematics Option

-

Mathematics Option

Mathematics Option

-

Options

Option Topics for Mathematics:  Process Modelling  Modelling with Differential Equations  Mathematical Programming Techniques  Optimisation Techniques  Cryptography and Coding Your career You will find there are a wide variety of opportunities for mathematics graduates within,

for example, small start-up companies and major organisations. Many graduates from the course enter the teaching profession (via a PGCE), which always requires good quality and highly motivated individuals to inspire the next generation. You will find that many employers value the problem solving and thinking skills that our graduates can offer, coupled with their analytic and numeric competence.

Mathematics remains one of the best degrees to take in order to give yourself the chance to embark on a successful and satisfying academic or non-academic career.