| Unit name | Group Project Unit |
|---|---|
| Unit code | MATH30009 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Cho |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
Various, depending on the project selected |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one |
None |
| School/department | School of Mathematics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
Why is this unit important?
Independent study is an important skill for all mathematicians. This unit aims to develop that skill by giving students first-hand experience in the conduct of mathematical research in a group setting, based on a topic of their choice, including writing up their findings and giving oral presentations. In addition the unit will give students insight into group dynamics, develop interpersonal skills and allow them to tackle more comprehensive assignments.
How does this unit fit into your programme of study?
The unit will draw on the knowledge you have gained from your taught courses, with the aim of exploring a particular area in depth, beyond the taught course content.
An overview of content
The unit will consist of small groups of students working independently on projects that are proposed and supervised by individual academic members of staff. You will learn to manage self-directed study, working as part of a team. This will include researching the topic, writing a joint report, and giving an oral presentation.
How will students, personally, be different as a result of the unit
Students will learn to work collaboratively, manage group dynamics, and develop research plans and mathematical maturity.
Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to
Research will be conducted mostly independently, with guidance from your supervisor as needed.
Tasks which help you learn and prepare you for summative tasks (formative):
Some necessary skills training will be provided early in teaching block 1.
Tasks which count towards your unit mark (summative):
There will be two summative assessments:
When assessment does not go to plan
Group assessments contain mechanisms to a) allow for different group effort, and b) reward individual contributions via an individual reflection.
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit. The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. For appropriate assessments, if you have self-certificated your absence, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (for assessments at the end of TB1 and TB2 this is usually in the next re-assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any exceptional circumstances and operates within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. MATH30009).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the University Workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. For appropriate assessments, if you have self-certificated your absence, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (for assessments at the end of TB1 and TB2 this is usually in the next re-assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any exceptional circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
