Gwybodaeth am Fodiwlau

Module Identifier
MAM9840
Module Title
Major Project
Academic Year
2026/2027
Co-ordinator
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-Requisite
May only be taken by a final year M Math student
Reading List
Other Staff

Course Delivery

 

Assessment

Assessment Type Assessment length / details Proportion
Semester Assessment Report  Written report (90%) Oral presentation (10%)  100%
Supplementary Assessment Report  Written report (90%) Overview of research area (10%)  100%

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to obtain knowledge independently, using library, computing network and internet resources;

Demonstrate the ability to initiate and pursue extended investigations, formulate problems relevant to these investigations and solve them;

Demonstrate the ability to present a detailed typeset report on the work carried out.

Brief description

This module is intended to help a final year M Math student pursue mathematical or statistical investigations working as independently as possible of direct instruction, and to report coherently on their investigations. The particular topic will be chosen in consultation with a supervisor whom the student will see for at most two hours per week. The main purpose of these tutorials is to ensure that progress on the project has not been impeded by difficulties or misunderstandings and to make such suggestions as seem appropriate.

Aims

To give the student experience of independent study of a topic in Mathematics or Statistics.

Content

The topic and detailed resource material will be arranged in consultation with the supervisor.

Module Skills

Skills Type Skills details
Adaptability and resilience Work independently through uncertainty, responding constructively to challenges and setbacks.
Co-ordinating with others Work effectively with a supervisor and others, using feedback to improve independent work.
Creative Problem Solving Develop and apply original or adapted approaches to solve non-routine mathematical problems.
Critical and analytical thinking Analyse problems rigorously, question assumptions, and evaluate mathematical arguments and results.
Digital capability Use appropriate digital tools to support mathematical research, analysis, and presentation.
Professional communication Present complex mathematical ideas clearly and accurately in written and oral form.
Real world sense Recognise how advanced mathematics relates to applications or research.
Reflection Reflect on learning and decision-making to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Subject Specific Skills Apply advanced mathematical knowledge and techniques to carry out an independent project.

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 7