MTH5835 · Mathematics industry placement

Overview

This unit is designed to provide you with industry experience and work-based learning. Through the placement, you will be able to apply mathematical thinking, modelling techniques and statistical skills acquired throughout the Masters programme to solve real-life problems in industry. In the process you will acquire invaluable experience and knowledge on the functioning of an industrial workplace.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Apply advanced mathematical thinking, modelling techniques, and statistical skills in professional settings;
2. Analyse complex data using appropriate tools and methodologies developed throughout the programme;
3. Develop and implement mathematical models and data-driven solutions for real-world industrial problems;
4. Design effective, context-specific solutions grounded in mathematical and statistical reasoning;
5. Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and professionally through written and oral reports suited to industry standards. This capstone unit aims to prepare you for graduate-level roles in relevant industries.

Workload

You must complete at least 360 hours of placement in a relevant industry. Remaining hours are for preparing reports, presentations, and other assessments.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.