MTH5020 Special topics in advanced mathematics 2
Faculty of Science
MTH5020 Special topics in advanced mathematics 2 is a level 5, 6-credit-point, undergraduate and postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MTH5020
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MTH5020
No unit lists MTH5020 as a prerequisite in the 2021 handbook.
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE : Enrolment in the Master of Mathematics and permission from the unit coordinatorÂ
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 this unit is for you to learn how to self-develop knowledge on a specific mathematical subject, by gathering information from written sources (textbooks, mathematical research papers, etc.) and by communicating with peers.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Progress reportReport10%
- Oral presentationPresentation30%
- Written reportReport60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish 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.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachActive learning
1-hour meeting with the supervisor per week
13 hours of personal or group work
Active learning will occur in lectures and applied classes.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Jerome Droniou
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Jerome Droniou
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTH5020?
MTH5020 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MTH5020 offered?
In 2021, MTH5020 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does MTH5020 have an exam?
No. MTH5020 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.