Overview

This unit enables you to work in small groups on a focused topic in mathematics, not covered in other units. Each group is supervised by an academic staff. The work consists of individual reading, group sessions to facilitate understanding and develop communication skills, and seminar-like presentations. The overall purpose of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Associate Professor Jerome Droniou

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Jerome Droniou

Notes

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Scheduled teaching activities and/or workload information are subject to change in response to COVID-19,, please check your Unit timetable and Unit Moodle site for more details.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Assimilate sophisticated concepts from mathematical literature.

2.

Develop expert strategies to efficiently work in groups and/or one-to-one with their supervisor.

3.

Communicate complex and specialised content both orally and in writing.

4.

Apply critical thinking in the field of advanced mathematics and its applications.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment

1 - Progress report
2 - Oral presentation
3 - Written report

Workload requirements

Workload

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Miscellaneous Items Required (Printing, Stationery)- $100.

Availability in areas of study

Master of Mathematics