University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 10

ECTS credits : 5

Level : SCQF level 7

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Available only to students on the Fast Track route through the MMath degree programme.

Planned timetable: 10.00 am Mon (odd weeks), Wed and Fri

This module introduces some important basic concepts in mathematics and also explores problem-solving in the context of these topics. It is intended to strengthen the mathematical skills of an undergraduate entering on the Fast Track route into the MMath degree programme.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Students must have gained Admission onto the Fast Track MMath degree programme

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1.5-hour lecture, 1 practical and 1 tutorial (x 10 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 35

Guided independent study hours: 65

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 1.5-hour Written Examination = 50%, Coursework = 50%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 50%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 50%

Re-assessment: 1.5-hour Written Examination = 50%, Existing Coursework = 50%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr V M Popov, Dr C Venkataraman, TBC