Mathematical Sciences Undergraduate Study 2017
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Dr Shabnam Beheshti with students in the School’s shared study space
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Contents
Welcome
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Why choose Queen Mary University of London?
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Mathematical Sciences at QMUL
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Why study Mathematical Sciences?
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Careers for Mathematics graduates 13
Cover image: The Hopf fibration of the threesphere; the manifold of interest in the construction of de Sitter-like solutions to the Einstein constraint equations. Created by Jarrod Williams, PhD student in the Geometry and Analysis Research Group within the School of Mathematical Sciences
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Careers Support
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The Mathematics Society
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How you will be taught
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Degree programmes
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Applications, Finance and Scholarships and funding
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Study abroad
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Living in London
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Student life
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Our accommodation
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“There is a true culture of collaboration between staff and students, making life here really rewarding�
Dr Shabnam Beheshti, Lecturer in Mathematical Sciences
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Welcome to the School of Mathematical Sciences Thank you for your interest in Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). Mathematics is a hugely enabling subject that forms the foundations of a wide array of exciting, rewarding and well-paid careers. Maths graduates have the skills and expertise needed to pursue careers in a range of fields including business, finance, information technology, teaching, engineering, social media development, marketing, accountancy and academic research. The School of Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary is renowned for its excellent research and supportive teaching. Our diverse range of single-honours and joint-honours programmes are taught by staff that are experts in their field and offer undergraduates the choice to follow a degree that closely fits their interests.
“QMUL is consistently rated as one of the best universities for student satisfaction. Because of this, as well as factors such as its great academic reputation and culturally diverse environment, it became my first choice university.”
Stephanie Chan, BSc Mathematics with Finance and Accounting
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When you join QMUL, you will be welcomed into a diverse and supportive family of staff and students from all over the world, with a wide variety of life experience. This makes QMUL a place of academic and personal self-discovery, and studying with us a stimulating – often life‑changing – experience. By providing a supportive environment that caters to the needs of students we aim to make study at the School a fun and rewarding experience. Our priority is to provide students with every opportunity to build the knowledge and experience they require for future success, whether in further study or the world of work.
Meet us The best way to get a feel for life in the School of Mathematical Sciences is to come and meet us. On our Open Days you can explore our campus, meet our academics, support staff and students, and get a taste of what studying here will be like. If you are unable to visit us in person, we run virtual open events where you can speak to us online and ask any questions you may have. We also have representatives in 48 countries and staff who regularly travel overseas. For more information, and a list of open and virtual events, see page 49 or qmul.ac.uk/visitus
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Why choose Queen Mary University of London? n World-class university
Queen Mary is a world-class university. We are a member of the Russell Group and attract some of the very brightest minds to study, teach and undertake research here.
n Career success
We are focused on ensuring that you graduate with the necessary skills to succeed in your career. It is no coincidence that we are consistently in the top ten per cent of universities for graduate starting salaries in the UK (The Sunday Times University Guide).
n Friendly campus lifestyle
We are the only university in London able to offer a completely self-contained residential campus at our Mile End home. You will be able to enjoy all the benefits of a campus lifestyle including safety, convenience and a friendly atmosphere while being just minutes from central London.
n High-quality teaching
Our teaching is inspired by our world-leading research (we came 9th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework - REF - 2014), and you will be taught by academics who are genuine leaders in their field. Our academics embrace innovative teaching methods and receive national awards as a result.
n Exceptional facilities
We have spent more than £250m on new facilities over the past 15 years. From some of the largest open-plan laboratories in Europe in the Blizard Building, to our recently opened £21m Arts Two Building and award-winning Student Village, we offer an exceptional learning environment.
n Great location
We are a short walk from fashionable Brick Lane and Shoreditch, while also close to the City, Canary Wharf and the Olympic Park. Set beside Regent’s Canal, the campus is tranquil and green, while excellent public transport links mean that the West End is only minutes away.
n A range of support
From over 1,500 computers around campus, to our language courses, advice and counselling services and provisions for those with disabilities or dyslexia, we offer a huge range of support to help you achieve your full potential.
n Generous financial support
We started out in 1887 as the People’s Palace, a philanthropic centre bringing education and culture to east London. We remain true to these roots and offer a generous package of bursaries and scholarships that benefit around 50 per cent of our undergraduate intake. This ensures the brightest students receive a first-class education, regardless of their background.
n International outlook
Our students and staff come to Queen Mary from more than 155 different countries and we rank in the top 25 most internationally diverse universities in the world (Times Higher Education 2016). This helps to make our university a welcoming environment to students coming from overseas and gives you the opportunity to meet other students and staff from around the world.
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15mins TO THE GALLERY SPACES AND CAFÉS OF HACKNEY WICK
14mins TO THE BARS OF HOXTON SQUARE
11mins TO SHOREDITCH HIGH STREET
10mins TO QUEEN ELIZABETH OLYMPIC PARK
4mins TO BEAUTIFUL VICTORIA PARK
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Mathematical Why choose Queen Sciences Maryat QMUL University of London? • Campus location close to London’s main financial districts: the City of London and Canary Wharf
• A dedicated Careers Consultant and an Internships Co-ordinator to help develop employability throughout your studies
• Excellent support provision, including a dedicated Student Support Officer within the School and an Academic Adviser assigned to every student
• Networking opportunities through links with our alumni, associated institutions and leading employers, including Citigroup, Moody’s Analytics, Bank of England • Flexible programmes with selection of optional modules to tailor your degree • Joint programmes with the School of Economics & Finance and the School of Business & Management allow you to study complementary subjects and benefit from diverse academic expertise 8 www.econ.qmul.ac.uk maths.qmul.ac.uk
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Welcome to the School of Economics and Finance • Opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities
• Average starting salary of £28,813 for QMUL Maths graduates (DLHE 2014)
• One of the UK’s largest mathematics departments with over 50 members of academic staff. We offer high-quality teaching from academics who are experts across a variety of fields and are regularly published in top mathematical journals
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Why study Mathematical Sciences? If you enjoy solving puzzles and being able to prove you are right, then mathematics is for you. Mathematics permeates our daily lives and is used to describe quantity, shape, space and change. Patterns we encounter can be understood and explained using mathematics, inspiring new technologies and allowing us to make informed decisions. Mathematics is for people who can think logically and creatively and then explain their thoughts precisely. It is a demanding discipline, but identifying the correct answer to a difficult problem is very rewarding. At university you will discover a new world of advanced mathematical concepts and ideas. You will encounter unfamiliar kinds of mathematical objects and investigate their common features and abstract natures. But it is not all abstract: our statistics and finance modules are very much about the real world – you will use mathematical skills to extract information from data and draw conclusions.
Why study Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary? The School of Mathematical Sciences hosts leading researchers specialising in topics such as algebra, combinatorics, topology, probability and logic. We believe that providing you with a supportive environment enables you to realise your potential and achieve the highest possible academic standards. Therefore our lecturers are available for you to drop in to ask questions or raise concerns. We also have a dedicated Student Support Officer who can assist you with any non-academic problems or issues. In the 2015 National Student Survey, 83 per cent of our students were satisfied overall with the quality of their course, with strong satisfaction rates in relation to student support and the availability of academic staff, course organisation, and learning resources.
“Mathematics is a challenging subject, but there’s a sense of achievement I get when I finally solve a problem - there is nothing better than that!”
Jared Newman, BSc Mathematics
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Nearby Canary Wharf, one of the world’s financial centres
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“Mathematics graduates are very well represented in some of the most interesting jobs in the financial world. The numeracy and analytical skills that a maths degree builds enables maths graduates to exceed in very well paid roles such as quantitative analysis.�
Dr Sebastian del Bano Rollin, Senior Lecturer Mathematical Finance
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Careers for Mathematics graduates
The study of mathematics has the potential to open up many different career paths, as demonstrated by our alumni who work across a wide variety of sectors.
The broad range of valuable skills gained through our programmes, coupled with opportunities for extra-curricular activities and work experience, has enabled our graduates to progress on to a variety of careers including:
Career prospects Many of our alumni apply their degree knowledge directly, working in finance, accountancy or actuarial professions. Others translate their skills and knowledge across broader industries such as management consultancy, marketing, engineering, teaching and the public sector.
• Audit Assistant, KPMG
The national 2014 destination survey confirmed that 86% of our graduates were in work or study, with 82% of those doing so at graduate level. Graduates from this School have a strong earning power, with an average (mean) starting salary of £28,813.
£28,813 average starting salary of our graduates (DLHE 2014)
• Actuarial Assistant, Capita • Business Analyst, HSBC • Customer Insight Analyst, Lloyds Banking Group • Research Development Technologist, Texaco International • Strategy Consultant, PwC • Tax Associate, Deloitte • Trading Assistant, Barclays Capital • Trainee Accountant, Baker Tilly Further study Following your undergraduate degree you may choose to study for a Masters or begin an academic research career with a PhD. In recent years our graduates have gone on to further study at a multitude of institutions across the UK and overseas, including UCL, University of Oxford, King’s College London, University of Warwick and HEC Paris.
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Third-year student Desi Popova in the City of London, one of two nearby global finance hubs
“With the help of QMUL’s Careers Service, I have been able to get two different summer placements at Morgan Stanley, one of which was conveniently just down the road in Canary Wharf. My maths came in really useful and I’ve already been offered a job once I finish studying!”
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Careers support
How we support you As well as the central Careers and Enterprise service at QMUL, in the School of Mathematical Sciences we have a dedicated Careers Consultant and an Internships Coordinator who each have expert knowledge of recruitment and connections to employers in the field. Some of the types of support they can provide include: • One-to-one careers appointments • CV-checking • Mock interviews • Tailored employability workshops • Opportunities to meet employers through events and talks • Guidance for internships, part-time jobs and work placements Enterprise Students and graduates across QMUL start new business and social ventures each year. Some make money, others make a positive social impact; some do both. In all cases, such projects help you to design your own work experience and demonstrate the enterprise skills sought by employers – or create your own career path. We provide support for students and recent graduates in terms of funding, oneto-one advice, workshops, workspace, access to experts and entrepreneurial networks.
Work experience Queen Mary students benefit from access to our work experience scheme, QProjects, which won the Guardian Employability Award in 2014. The scheme offers exciting opportunities to build valuable transferrable skills in a range of local charities. Students become Project Leaders, delivering challenging projects for local charities. Information library and online information You can use our information library in the Careers Centre or online via the Careers website, Jobs Blog and social media channels (which includes online practice psychometric tests). This assists you with developing work experience, identifying opportunities for jobs or further study and understanding how to make strong job applications. For more information about our careers programmes and the support we offer you, visit: careers.qmul.ac.uk
“I believe that I would not have managed to get an internship on a very competitive scheme with thousands of applicants if it hadn’t been for the support I was given throughout my time at University, from my Adviser, the Student Support Officer and of course the Careers Centre.”
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The Mathematics Society
Clubs and societies form an important and valuable part of the student experience.
• Social events, to reinforce the sense of community. These range from monthly lunches and celebrating Pi Day to the Spring Ball.
One of many such communities you will have the opportunity to join at QMUL is the Mathematics Society. We are proud of this fantastic addition to the School of Mathematical Sciences; a society run entirely by students and supported by School staff and funding.
• Residential trips, from visiting the Mathematikum museum in Germany to camping in Wales!
Whilst any QMUL student can become a member (there is a nominal annual fee for all societies), Maths students have the opportunity to develop valuable experience and transferrable skills by joining the Mathematics Society committee or helping to organise events. What does the Mathematics Society do? The Mathematics Society organises a wide variety of activities and events across the following areas: • Academic events, aimed at expanding our members’ knowledge of Mathematics. The Mathematics Society also contributes to the Peer Assisted Support Scheme (PASS) through which students gain support with academic studies from other students in the School. • Careers events, aimed at improving our members’ employability. For example our annual Maths Impact Day (organised in collaboration with the Careers department) is an opportunity for students to meet major employers on campus and find out more about their career options.
Through its varied programme of activities throughout the year, the society gives students a chance to explore their love of maths, increase their knowledge and skills and enhance their employability. More than this, the Mathematics Society helps add to the fantastic sense of community within the School of Mathematical Sciences.
“The Maths Society is run by students for students. We want to make sure that you get the most valuable, well-rounded experience during your time at QMUL”
Emily Hodgson, Mathematics Society President and BSc Mathematics student Recent awards won by the Mathematics Society: • Academic Society of the Year 2015 & 2016 • Science and Engineering Society of the Year 2015 • Collaboration Award 2015 • President’s President Award 2015
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How you will be taught
In the most recent national assessment of research quality, we were placed ninth in the UK (REF 2014) among multi‑faculty universities. This means that our teaching is directly inspired by the world-leading research of our academics. Teaching Each year you will normally take eight modules. The majority of modules are delivered via a combination of lectures and exercise classes. Some modules, such as Introduction to Statistics, have a practical element and are presented in one of our computer labs.
“Helping our students to do well in project work, where I can engage with them individually and can see them grow, is extremely satisfying”
Professor Thomas Prellberg, Director of Taught Programmes
Assessment The majority of modules are assessed by an examination counting for at least 90 per cent of your marks; the remaining ten per cent comes from a test or coursework. A final-year project is compulsory for an MSci programme but not for a BSc programme. Degree programmes Our range of expertise is reflected in our degree programmes. These wide ranging and flexible programmes enable you to choose a mixture of modules best suited to your interests. Most students take at least one module with a computational component and make use of access to top-class computing facilities. The modular system at Queen Mary makes it possible to choose one of several degree programmes, either in mathematics alone or in mathematics combined with other subjects. Academic Support You will be assigned an Academic Adviser when you begin your time at QMUL who will stay with you throughout your studies. Your Adviser will help you choose modules and guide you through any academic or personal difficulties. Most students find it extremely helpful to have one Adviser on hand throughout their time at Queen Mary. In addition we have a dedicated Student Support Officer in the School of Mathematical Sciences. They will work alongside your Academic Adviser and central QMUL services to provide further advice and guidance throughout your degree.
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Dr Matthew Fayers works through a mathematical problem during a tutorial
“For me, a hallmark of really understanding a piece of mathematics is the immediate impetus to show it to someone else. So loving mathematics necessarily involves loving to teach it.�
Dr Matthew Fayers, Reader in Pure Mathematics
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Degree programmes
Mathematics
Pure Mathematics
A-level: AAB, including grade A in mathematics
A-level: AAB, including grade A in mathematics
IB: 34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6
IB: 34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6
Excluded subject: General studies
Excluded subject: General studies
You will study a wide range of topics covering pure, discrete, decision and modern applied mathematics, probability and statistics. The first year covers essential fundamentals, while in the second and final years you will be able to choose from the exceptionally wide range of modules that reflect our research strengths. Whether you want to specialise in statistics, finance, pure or applied mathematics, our module options will provide you with the opportunity to do so.
Through this degree programme you will come to appreciate the intrinsic beauty of pure mathematics rather than focus solely on applications. You will concentrate on algebra, geometry and analysis, building on A-level core and decision mathematics. For over 50 years Queen Mary has been renowned for research in algebra, combinatorics and logic, and we are one of the few higher education institutions to offer a programme in pure mathematics. You may benefit from our European research links, which provide the possibility of studying for a year in another European country (Germany, Italy, France, Switzerland or the Netherlands).
G100 BSc (three years)
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G100
“The single honours programmes are very flexible; you can tailor your maths degree to your own interests from early on in the course�
G110 BSc (three years)
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G110
Michael Khoshdel, BSc Mathematics
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Mathematics and Statistics GG31 BSc (three years)
A-level: AAB, including grade A in mathematics IB: 34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6 Excluded subject: General studies You will have the opportunity to specialise in statistics, building statistical theory and methodology on mathematical foundations, especially probability theory. Probabilistic modelling has applications in genetics, quantum physics and risk analysis, and is increasingly used in the financial sector. You can study applications of probability and statistics, notably design of experiments, financial time series and actuarial mathematics. This programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) and final-year students receive free membership of the RSS. In addition, graduates who achieve a first- or second-class degree, and who have completed enough statistics modules, can attain Graduate Statistician status. For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/GG31
Mathematics with Actuarial Science G1N3 BSc (three years), G1N5 BSc (four years with Professional Placement) A-level: AAA-AAB, including grade A in mathematics IB: 36-34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6 Excluded subject: General studies Actuaries deal with uncertainties of future events, drawing on their mathematical skills, in particular in probability and statistics. This degree is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) and provides solid technical skills in mathematics and actuarial science, as well as economics and financial reporting, to prepare for a career as an actuary or a related career in the financial sector. Successful students will be able to obtain up to eight exemptions from Core Technical Examinations from the IFoA. Alongside your academic studies, you will follow a Professional Development Programme, focusing on core competencies for a successful career. Learning will include vital technical skills, industry knowledge and preparation for successful job applications. You will have the option to extend your degree to a four-year sandwich programme, including a one year paid Professional Placement (in the third year). This is an excellent opportunity to develop your business skills and gain hands-on experience. For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G1N3
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Degree programmes
Mathematics with Business Management
Mathematics, Business Management and Finance
A-level: AAB, including grade A in mathematics
A-level: AAB, including grade A in mathematics
IB: 34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6
IB: 34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6
Excluded subject: General studies
Excluded subject: General studies
Statistics is used widely in business and management for informed decision-making, and you will have the opportunity to specialise in advanced statistics and probability. You will combine six mathematics or statistics modules with two business management modules each year. In your second and final years, you have some flexibility in your choice of mathematics modules.
This programme gives a foundation in mathematics and statistics with a selection of modules in business, management, finance and accounting. You will combine six mathematics and statistics modules with two business management and finance modules in your first year. In subsequent years the mix is five mathematics and statistics modules and three business management and finance modules. Mathematics is extremely important in the business and finance sector and this degree programme will give you the necessary mathematical knowledge and skills, backed up with an awareness of how the sector operates.
G1N1 BSc (three years)
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G1N1
GN13 BSc (three years)
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/GN13
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Mathematics with Finance and Accounting
Mathematics, Statistics and Financial Economics
A-level: AAB, including grade A in mathematics
A-level: AAA, including mathematics
G1N4 BSc (three years)
IB: 34 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6 Excluded subject: General studies You will incorporate mathematical and statistical training with finance and accounting, including general financial theory and its applications to business and commerce. The first year consists of six modules of mathematics and statistics and two modules of finance and accounting, and there are two finance and accounting modules in the second year. Overall, about two-thirds of your modules will be in mathematics and statistics and the other third in finance and accounting. For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G1N4
GL11 BSc (three years)
IB: 36 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6 Excluded subject: General studies This is a joint programme with the School of Economics and Finance. The first year consists of six modules of mathematics and statistics and two modules of economics; the second year provides four modules of mathematics and statistics and four modules of economics; and the final year includes at least three modules of mathematics and statistics and three modules of economics. Mathematics and economics are complementary subjects and during the course of your studies you will discover and be able to exploit the many links between them. For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/GL11
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Degree programmes
Mathematics
Financial Mathematics
A-level: AAA, including mathematics
A-level: AAA, including mathematics
IB: 36 points overall, including mathematics higher level at grade 6
IB: 36 points overall, including mathematics higher level at grade 6
Excluded subject: General studies
Excluded subject: General studies
This flagship four-year Mathematics programme, broadly equivalent to an MSc, is designed to prepare the student for the most demanding postgraduate work: PhD programmes or employment requiring advanced mathematics. It is an extension of both our three-year Mathematics BSc and Pure Mathematics BSc, incorporating a huge range of classical and contemporary topics. The fourth year allows you to follow advanced courses and undertake a major project.
Suited to students planning a career in the more quantitative areas of finance and banking or those wishing to undertake academic research, this programme covers key areas of pure and applied mathematics, together with more specialist knowledge of financial mathematics, numerical methods and computing. You will have the chance to complete a final-year project in an area of contemporary mathematical finance of your choice. Projects are closely supervised by the School’s academics, many of whom have commercial or research experience in mathematical finance.
G102 MSci (four years)
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G102
GN1H MSci (four years)
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/GN1H
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Mathematics with Statistics G1G3 MSci (four years)
A-level: AAA, including mathematics IB: 36 points overall, including mathematics higher level grade 6 Excluded subject: General studies As with G102, this programme offers you the opportunity to complete a final year involving a project and advanced modules from the School of Mathematical Sciences’ MSc Mathematics programme. This programme is an extension of GG31 (BSc Mathematics and Statistics) and is similarly accredited by the Royal Statistical Society. It may be preferable for you to choose the MSci qualification if you are interested in using your mathematical skills at a high level in your career, or perhaps if you are looking to progress into a research career on graduation.
“Maths is a very diverse subject. At QMUL we are able to pick and choose from the wide variety of modules available to us. The enthusiasm and passion of our lecturers in their specialist areas is a real encouragement.”
Rebecca Odih, Mathematics with Finance and Accounting
For module information and further details, please visit: qmul.ac.uk/G1G3
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Applications, Finance and Scholarships and funding For all full-time higher education programmes at universities and colleges in the UK, students must apply online at: ucas.com You will find full instructions to help you complete your online application, plus help text where appropriate. UCAS also has a comprehensive guide which can be downloaded from their website. Our own stepby-step guide to applying can be found at: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/index.html Entry requirements For specific entry requirements please see individual programme descriptions.
Science & Engineering Excellence Scholarships The School of Mathematical Sciences offers excellence scholarships to both home and international students. The Scholarships are worth up to £3,000 a year for each year of study, paid directly to you: a total of up to £9,000 over a three-year programme. After the first year, continued payment is linked to your overall academic achievement. These scholarships are automatically awarded to students that meet certain criteria. For more information on the value and eligibility criteria of these scholarships please visit: maths.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/scholarships
Finance Like many universities in England, QMUL’s annual tuition fee for full-time UK and EU students is £9,000. However, you will not have to pay your fees while studying – the government will lend eligible students the money, which you will have to start to pay back once you have left university and are earning at least £21,000. For more information, please see: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/feesandfunding/ tuitionfees
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Welcome to the School of Economics and Finance The Queens’ Building, Mile End has a proud association with not one, but four queens: Queen Victoria; Queen Mary (wife of King George V); Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother; and our patron, Queen Elizabeth II
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Study Abroad
There are several exciting opportunities available to you if you wish to spend one semester or a year studying similar mathematics modules in a university abroad during your second year. This will form part of your degree and will not increase the length of your course. International Exchange Programme Our International Exchange Programme gives you the opportunity to spend a year or autumn semester at one of our prestigious partner universities in Australia, Canada, the USA, Singapore, New Zealand, Hong Kong or Japan. Your international studies will count towards your QMUL degree. The International Exchange Programme is a highly competitive programme, and to apply you must have joined QMUL with at least three grade Bs at A-level or equivalent. All applicants will need to demonstrate that the partner programme they have chosen is academically compatible with their studies in the School of Mathematical Sciences. To find out more, visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/exchange Erasmus+ Exchange Programme Erasmus+ Exchange Programme Funded by the European Union, the Erasmus+ Programme is the largest programme of its kind in the world, and gives many students their first chance to study or work abroad. As part of our Erasmus Exchange programme in the second year, you can spend the autumn semester studying in one of our partner universities in Europe. To find out more, visit qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/Erasmus 28 maths.qmul.ac.uk
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“Graduates who have studied abroad tend to be more culturally aware, able to work in multicultural teams and move around the world as part of their career� Council for Industry and Higher Education (CIHE), The Guardian
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Living in London
As one of the world’s most exciting and culturally rich cities, London is a great place to live and study: you’ll never run out of things to see and explore. With nearly 400,000 students studying here, it’s a fantastic place to be a student. There’s always something going on, with attendance at many events free. Your student card will also get you reduced entry to a surprising number of places, as well as discounts on clothes and food. You will have access to…
• Over 300 museums and galleries • One of the greenest cities on earth • Multicultural cuisine • Exceptional music and nightlife • Outstanding markets Find out more qmul.ac.uk/studentlife/social/london/
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“The variety of things to do is incredible. From the museums to the art galleries, like the National Portrait gallery, reflects the wealth of history and tradition that the city represents. I think London is the only city where you can never really feel home sick. It’s a very special home away from home.” Shalini Shashi BSc Mathematics with Business Management and Finance.
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“The QMUL Advice and Counselling service deserves great credit for the fantastic free advice and support which they offer all students. In particular they helped me through finance issues in my first year, for which I am very grateful.� Michael Khoshdel, BSc Mathematics
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Student life
Students’ Union All Queen Mary students automatically become a member of QMSU, an active and flourishing Students’ Union run by students for students. QMSU is best known for its clubs and societies, which provide a great opportunity for meeting people - especially those who are studying a different subject to you. One of the aims of QMSU is to ensure that your time at university is not just about work, but also includes socialising and personal development. To find out more, go to qmsu.org Sports and Fitness QMotion is Queen Mary’s Health and Fitness centre. Equipped with a great range of exercise machines and weights, there is also a women-only area and a number of exercise classes. There is a squash court and sports hall on campus, and a swimming pool a short distance away. Playing sports is a good way to relax after a day spent studying. Our sports teams regularly compete against other college teams, and there’s a great social scene with after-match drinks and a regular social night, Hail Mary, which is hosted by a different SU sports team each month. Find out more about Qmotion and sports teams on the QMSU website: qmsu.org
Volunteering Volunteering with charities and non-profit organisations is a brilliant way to explore what London has to offer, make a difference and really get involved in your local area. You can do anything from mentoring local school students, to volunteering in local hospitals, to becoming a helpline volunteer and managing a local sports team. See: qmsu.org/volunteering/ Health services Health services are provided for all students living in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Students should register with the Globe Town surgery at the Student Health Centre at the beginning of term. Students living outside Tower Hamlets can be treated on campus in the event of an urgent medical situation. For more information see: studenthealth.qmul.ac.uk Advice and counselling Our advice service offers in-depth and specialist advice on a range of financial, practical and legal issues such as student finance, housing rights, immigration law and international student issues. Counselling is also available. Our Advice and Counselling service is a completely free and confidential service. For more information see: welfare.qmul.ac.uk
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A view of on-campus student residences from Regent’s canal
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Our accommodation
We are the only university in central London to offer a completely selfcontained residential campus with our 2,000-bed award-winning Student Village at Mile End. Living on campus is fun, safe and convenient.
Here are some guideline housing prices – the prices quoted are for the academic year 2015/16. Rent is payable termly in advance:
All of our accommodation is in self-catered houses, flats and maisonettes. You also have access to rooms in the fully-catered University of London Halls in central London.
• Dawson Hall and Floyer House – rents from single rooms range from £125–£160 per week, including all utility costs and Wi-Fi.
Living off campus Renting private accommodation off-campus is a popular choice for many students. The vast majority of second and third-year students - and even some first-years - prefer the independent lifestyle offered by sharing flats or houses with friends. We provide a range of advice and information to help you to find a convenient and affordable place to stay, including an online listing of privately owned accommodation available for rent. Much of this accommodation is in east or north-east London, within easy walking or commuting distance of Mile End. Applying for our accommodation We will send you full details on how to apply for a place in our housing once you have firmly accepted an offer to study here.
• Mile End residences – rents for single rooms range from £125–£185 per week, including all utility costs and Wi-Fi.
• University of London Intercollegiate Halls – rents for single rooms start from £190 per week, including breakfast, evening meals, utility costs and internet connection. • Privately rented accommodation – student rents in the local area in shared flats and houses typically range from £110–£160 per week. There are also a number of privately run student halls in the area, with room rates between £215–£370 per week. The higher rents in these purpose-built developments reflect their very high standards, with most rooms being self-contained studios. We review all of our rents annually. You can find our current prices at: residences.qmul.ac.uk/college/fees For all accommodation queries, contact us: Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5522 email: residences@qmul.ac.uk residences.qmul.ac.uk
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For further information contact:
The School of Engineering and Materials Science School of Mathematical Sciences Queen Mary University of London Mile End Road, London E1 4NS 327 Mile End Road Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 8735 E1 4NS email: sems-pgadmissions@qmul.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5440 sems@qmul.ac.uk email: maths@qmul.ac.uk Further information is available at: maths.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate-programmes
Any section of this publication is available in large print upon request. If you require this publication in a different accessible format we will endeavour to provide this where possible. For further information and assistance, please contact: hr-equality@qmul.ac.uk; Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5585. The information given in this publication is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to modify or cancel any statement in it and accept no responsibility for the consequences of any such changes. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the website qmul.ac.uk This booklet has been printed on environmentally friendly material from well-managed sources.
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