Selected Topics in Mathematics

5 credits

Syllabus, Master's level, 1MA045

A revised version of the syllabus is available.

Code: 1MA045
Education cycle: Second cycle
Main field(s) of study and in-depth level: Mathematics A1F
Grading system: Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
Finalised by: The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 15 March 2007
Responsible department: Department of Mathematics

Entry requirements

BSc, 30 credit points Mathematics at advanced level

Learning outcomes

After completion of the course the student should

have acquired a profound insight into some delimited area of mathematics or some applied area of mathematics;

have been introduced to some area of current mathematical research and be able to independently acquire information about literature and problems in the area;

be able to prepare and hold a seminar presentation in some area of modern mathematical research.

Content

The content of the course differs from time to time.

Instruction

Lectures and problem solving sessions.

Assessment

Written and, possibly, oral examination at the end of the course. Moreover, compulsory assignments may be given during the course. Presentation of a given subject at a seminar.

Reading list

Reading list valid from Autumn 2022