Comments about BSc Computational Mathematics - At the institution - Leicester - Leicestershire
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Objectives
Leicester is a leading centre for pure and applied mathematics, both receiving grade 5 in the recent research assessment. The interdisciplinary Mathematical Modelling Centre is at the forefront of current applied mathematics, whilst in pure mathematics our research has led to surprising applications of algebra and geometry to physics.
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Entry requirements
Entry Requirements * A/AS Levels: Grade A Maths is required at A level for all degrees in this section. Two AS levels considered in place of one A level. General Studies accepted. * GCSE: No specific requirements. French, German or Italian at C or above (or equivalent) for Mathematics with Astronomy/Europe and Mathematics and Computer Science / Europe students. * Access to HE courses: Pass, with at least the requisite credits at level 3. * International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28-32 points * European Baccalaureate: Pass with 65% overall * Leicestershire Progression Accord: 270-370 points as above plus full Accord credits * BTEC Nationals: Tariff point equivalent of A level offers, plus any subject/GCSE requirements. * Other Qualifications: Other national and international qualifications welcomed. * Mature students welcomed: Alternative qualifications considered. * Second Year Entry: Possible for those with advanced qualifications compatible with our degree structure (except for USA degrees). * Applicants not normally interviewed, but all those receiving an offer will be invited to visit the department on one of our visit days. * These degrees are not available on a part-time basis.
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Academic title
BSc Computational Mathematics
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Course description
BSc Computational Mathematics
Programme
First Year
The mathematics modules studied are Proof and Number Systems; Methods of Applied Mathematics 1 – vectors, differential equations, multivariate calculus; Real Analysis; Linear Algebra. These courses include training in the use of mathematical software – Maple, and Matlab. In computer science the modules are Program Design (programming in the Java language); Algorithms and Data Structures; and Logic and Discrete Mathematics.
Second Year
The modules available build upon those of the first year: there are further courses in Real Analysis, and Linear Algebra, as well as courses in Scientific Computing; Software Engineering and System Development; Logic Programming; Object-Oriented Programming using C++. There is also a compulsory project.
Third Year
In the third and fourth year modules, the syllabuses are designed to bring you to an understanding of some of the current research areas in mathematics and computation.
