Programme Aims and Modules (Mathematical Modelling)
Programme Aims
The Masters level programme in Mathematical Modelling has three main aims:-
- To provide an understanding of the processes undertaken to arrive at a suitable mathematical model
- To teach the fundamental analytical techniques and computational methods used to develop insight into system behaviour
- To introduce a range (industrial, biological and environmental) of problems, associated conceptual models and their solutions.
Programme Structure
Academic Year 2024-25
The programme lasts for one calendar year formally starting in the last week of September. The programme is full time consisting of taught components which are usually examined in the Third Term (April 2025 - June 2025). The programme normally consists of 5 compulsory components, 3 optional components, plus an individual project. Each component corresponds to approximately 30 hours of lectures.
Four of the compulsory components are held in the First Term (Monday 23 September 2024 - Friday 13 December 2024). The other compulsory component and optional components are usually taught in the Second Term (Monday 13 January 2025 - Friday 28 March 2025). Examinations for all components are held usually in the Third Term (April 2025 - June 2025). Some components may include assessment by an element of coursework in addition to an examination. After the examinations, all students will then embark on an individual project with the submission early in September. The taught modules account for 2/3 of the final mark with the project making up 1/3. The course is equivalent to 90 ECTS, on the European Credit Transfer Scheme. Please see the UCL Calendar 2024-2025 for more information.
If students are unable to, or do not wish to, complete the project element, they may be considered for the award of a Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematical Modelling which only covers the taught elements. They should see the MSc tutor to discuss this option.