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Mathematics Group Project - 2024 entry

MODULE TITLEMathematics Group Project CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEMTH3035 MODULE CONVENERProf James Screen (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11 weeks 0 0
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 138
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

On this module, you will work in teams of approximately eight, conducting research on a mathematical problem that may be related to a variety of areas. The research will be assessed by report and presentations. You will extensively enhance key skills deemed desirable by employers, such as communication and project management.

Prerequisite module: specific to the project topic concerned
 

 

AIMS - intentions of the module

The module aims to give you an opportunity to: work as part of a team under the tutorage of an expert in a chosen field in preparation for future employability; conduct research on an open mathematical problem; and extensively enhance key skills, such as communication and project management.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

 

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:

1 work independently and creatively on a substantial piece of work in an area of the mathematical sciences of your own particular interest;

2 work as part of a team to formulate and solve open-ended problems in mathematics.

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:

3 communicate results and methodology effectively in writing;

4 present your work orally to an audience of varied expertise and background.

Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and  Knowledge:

5 formulate and plan a detailed project proposal;

6 evaluate the contributions of themselves and others towards the project, and adherence to plan;

7 strengthen IT, research and team working skills;

8 articulate increased knowledge and application of key employability skills.

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module
Weekly contact time with the project adviser will be scheduled. Additionally, some material will be developed in lectures as follows:
 
- overview of module and projects available;
 
-  project planning and time management;
 
- report writing;
 
- effective oral communication
 
 
 
LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 22 Guided Independent Study 128 Placement / Study Abroad 0
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 22 Lectures & meetings with adviser
Guided independent study 128 Guided independent study
     

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Group update presentation 5 minutes 2,4, 7 Oral in class written feedback sheet
       
       
       
       

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 75 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams 25
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment   % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Coursework – group project proposal   5 2000 words 5 Feedback sheet
Coursework – group final report   60 10000 words 1,2,3,7  Feedback sheet
Practical – progress presentation   5 5 minutes  4 Feedback sheet
Practical – group final presentation   10 10 minutes 2,4,7  Feedback sheet
Coursework – self and peer evaluation   10 1000 words 3,6, 8 Feedback sheet
Practical - engagemet and individual contribution   10  Tutor Assessed 1,2 Feedback sheet

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-reassessment
All above Coursework (100%) All Completed over summer with a deadline in August
       
       

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Reassessment will be by a single piece of coursework only. For deferred candidates, the mark will be uncapped. For referred candidates the mark will be capped at 40%.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Specific to the project topic concerned

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Tuesday 12th March 2024 LAST REVISION DATE Tuesday 12th March 2024
KEY WORDS SEARCH Group project

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