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MATH8705 Mathematics Special Topic

Offered By Department of Mathematics
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Mathematics
Offered in First Semester, 2012, Second Semester, 2012, First Semester, 2013, and Second Semester, 2013
Unit Value Range 6 units to 24 units
Course Description

The credit value for this course can range between 6 and 24 units. Selected topics are subject to staff availability. Interested students should consult the year coordinator or attend the honours/graduate course meeting on first Monday of each semester.

Learning Outcomes

On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Explain the fundamental concepts of a special topic in the mathematical sciences and its role in modern mathematics and applied contexts.
2. Demonstrate accurate and efficient use of specific techniques from the mathematical science.
3. Demonstrate capacity for mathematical reasoning through analysing, proving and explaining concepts from the mathematical sciences.
Indicative Assessment Assessment will be based on a student-customised set of assessment tasks relevant to the topic(s) being studied.
Course Classification(s) AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Areas of Interest Mathematics
Eligibility

Bachelor degree with second year Mathematics

Consent Required Please contact admin.teaching.msi@anu.edu.au for consent to enrol in this course.

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