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MAS003   Core Foundation Mathematics   (40 credits)

 
Year Running: 2019/2020
Credit level:
Additional Information   Foundation Year Programme

Description

The syllabus for MAS003 covers the common core A Level curriculum. The unit is tailored for students who have been away from mathematics for a period of time, but who will have gained some A-Level or similar qualifications. The unit covers the basic principles of algebra, geometry and calculus. Following the introduction of new material in the lectures, students have the opportunity of extensive problem solving, both in the tutorial sessions with the lecturers and in their own time.

 

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 224.0
Lecture 110.0
Tutorial 66.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Exam 1.5 90 %
Other 0.0 10 %
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.