ObjectivesThis course combines much of the Core Pure and Applied Mathematics offered on the BSc in Mathematics (course code G100) with units in Astronomy taught by the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements GCE/VCE A Levels - ABB Two GCE A Levels plus two GCE AS Levels - AB + BB Scottish Highers - AAAB + AB in Advanced Highers Irish Leaving Cert. - AABBB BTEC Level N - 4 Distinctions and 2 Merits International Baccalaureate - 33 points Core Requirements - Grade A or B (the highest specified) in GCE A level Maths plus grade B in GCE A level Physics
Academic titleBSc Mathematics and Astronomy
Course descriptionOur students usually select from a range of compulsory and optional modules to add up to 120 credits.
Some departments offer courses that don't feature optional modules whereas other courses are fully flexible.
Important notice :
This is a list of modules that have been offered in the past. We expect similar modules to be offered for courses starting in 2009.
This information is provided for illustration only and you should check with the department directly when applying to confirm module options.
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Typical First Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Differential and Difference Equations 10
Introduction to Astrophysics 10
Mathematics for Physicists 10
Mathematics with Maple 10
Matrices and Geometry 10
Mechanics in Action 10
Observing the Night Sky: the Celestial Sphere and Astronomical Instruments 10
Our Evolving Universe 10
Practical Calculus 10
Probability, Sets and Complex Numbers 10
The Solar System 10
Vectors and Motion 10
Typical Second Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Advanced Calculus 10
Applied Differential Equations 10
Extra-Solar Planets and Astrobiology 10
Galaxies 10
Linear Mathematics for Applications 10
Mathematical Methods for Physics and Astronomy 10
Mechanics 10
Methods for Differential Equations 10
Stellar Structure and Evolution 10
Techniques of Observation 10
The Dynamic Interstellar Medium 10
Vectors and Fluids 10
Typical Third Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Astronomy Project 10
Complex Analysis 10
Concepts of Astronomy 10
Introduction to Cosmology 10
Stellar Atmospheres 10
Applicable Analysis 10
Classical Control 10
Codes and Cryptography 10
Combinatorics 10
Continuum Mechanics 10
Dark Matter and the Universe 10
Differential Geometry 10
Fluid Mechanics I 10
Graph Theory 10
High Energy Astrophysics 10
History of Astronomy 10
History of Mathematics 10
Introduction to Relativity 10
Knots and Surfaces 10
Mathematical Methods 10
Milestones in Applied Mathematics 1: Electromagnetism 10
Milestones in Applied Mathematics II: Quantum Theory 10
Nuclear Astrophysics 10
Operations Research 10
Relativity and Cosmology 10
Topics in Number Theory 10
Undergraduate Ambassadors Scheme in Mathematics 10