MT5099 Dissertation for MSc Programme/s

2024 to 2025 Full Year

Curricular information may be subject to change

Further information on which modules are specific to your programme.

Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 11

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Availability restrictions

Available only to students enrolled on an MSc programme in the School of Mathematics & Statistics

Planned timetable

At times to be arranged with the supervisor.

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Dr A Naughton

This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module Staff

Team Taught

This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module description

Student dissertations will be supervised by members of the teaching staff who will advise on the choice of subject and provide guidance throughout the progress of the dissertation. The completed dissertation must be no more than 15,000 words.

Assessment pattern

Dissertation = 100%

Re-assessment

No Re-Assessment Available

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

Individual supervision

Intended learning outcomes

Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of an advanced area of mathematics/statistics
Construct and evaluate logical arguments in the area of advanced study
Present mathematics/statistics in the area of advanced study in an appropriate manner
Demonstrate competence in independent learning and time management