1. Welcome to the..... School of Mathematics & Statistics

2. Speaker Dr Phil Ansell (Senior Lecturer in Statistics, Director of Recruitment and Admissions Tutor for the School of Mathematics & Statistics) Subject Fair Desk (Lindisfarne Room) Staff: Dr Martina Balagovic, Dr Chris Graham, Dr Kate Henderson, Prof Rob Henderson, Dr Oli King, Prof John Matthews, Dr David Stewart, Dr Michael White Students: Georgina, Katie, James, Jared, Robert

3. The School of Mathematics & Statistics Three Sections Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Statistics Staff Profile 14 Professors, 4 Readers, 10 Senior Lecturers and 22 Lecturers Commitment to excellence in Teaching and Research Research Grants, Teaching Fellowships

4. Teaching in the School Teaching is done by leading researchers at the forefront of their subjects We are committed to high standards in teaching (NSS: 95% satisfied with course) Alongside our high quality of teaching, there are many other positive aspects to our degree programmes, e.g. Curriculum Web resources Handbooks Response to student suggestions

5. Our Research Statistics : Medicine, Finance, Climate, Weather, Industry, Biology, Sport, Evolution Applied Maths: Magnetic fields and galaxies, Tsunamis, Waves, Medicine, Quantum Gas, Stars, Turbulence, Population Spread Pure Maths: Coding, Cryptography, Symmetries in Physics, Abstract Algebra, Abstract Analysis

6. Degrees Offered 3 Year Degree (BSc) Mathematics (G100) Mathematics & Statistics (GG13) Statistics (G300) 4 Year Degree (MMath/MMathStat) Master of Mathematics (G103) Master of Mathematics & Statistics (GGC3)

7. Degrees Offered 3 Year Degree (BSc) Mathematics with Management (G1N2) Mathematics with Finance (G1N3) 3 Year Degree (BSc) Accountancy and Mathematics (NG41) Economics and Mathematics (GL11) Mathematics and Psychology (CG81) 3/4 Year Degree (BSc/MPhys) Physics (F300)

8. Degree Structure All students must take 120 credits of modules each year, usually 60 each semester but 70/50 or 50/70 splits are also possible 1st Year 100 credits compulsory modules 20 credits optional modules 2nd Year 100 credits compulsory modules 20 credits optional modules Each year is made up of compulsory and/or optional modules worth 10, 15 or 20 credits 20 credits per year may be taken from other schools. 3rd Year 120 credits optional modules

9. 1 st Year Modules An overview of the first year modules (the ones in BOLD are compulsory) Semester One Semester Two Introduction to Calculus (15) Introductory Algebra: Complex Numbers, Vectors and Matrices (15) Logic, Sets and Counting (10) Problem Solving I (10) Optimisation with Constraints* (10) Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations (15) Introduction to Probability (15) Number Systems (10) Problem Solving II (10) Dynamics* (10) * Can be replaced by modules from other Schools (subject to timetable) (for 2016-17)

10. 2 nd Year Modules An overview of the second year modules (the ones in BOLD are compulsory) Semester One Semester Two Linear Algebra (10) Complex Analysis (10) Vector Calculus (10) Introduction to Statistical Inference (10) Computing for Mathematics & Statistics (10) Mathematical Skills and Career Development* (10) Algebra (10) Differential Equations, Transforms and Waves (10) Fluid Dynamics (10) Stochastic Modelling (10) An Introduction to Bayesian Methods (10) Group Project* (10) * Can be replaced by modules from other Schools (subject to timetable and appropriate skills being developed elsewhere) (for 2016-17)

11. 3 rd Year Modules Introduction to Numerical and Computational Modelling (10) Partial Differential Equations with Applications (10) Introduction to Fluids (20) Quantum Mechanics (10) Instabilities and Turbulence and Scaling (20) Differential Equations, Transform Methods & Fields (10) Electromagnetism (10) Geometries and Designs (10) Number Theory and Cryptography (20) Foundations of Group Theory (10) Linear Analysis (10)Topology (10) Stochastic Calculus and Applications (10) Coding Theory (10) Groups, Graphs and Symmetry (10) Bayesian Inference (10) Applied Probability (10) Stochastic Financial Modelling (10) Time Series and Forecasting (10) Multivariate Data Analysis (10) Discrete Stochastic Modelling (10) Career Development for Final Year Students (20) Statistical Modelling (20) Survival Analysis (10) Creativity and Market Research in Science and Engineering (10) (for 2016-17)

12. Degree Structure 4 year degree (MMath/MMathStat) 1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd years are very similar to 3 year BSc 4 th year includes: Advanced Modules Project Dissertation, Poster and Presentation Possibility to interact with world-leading researchers! Examples of recent projects: Quantum tunnelling and black hole evaporation Analysis of Sports Data: the Majors Topology of tiling spaces

13. The Telephone Number Trick At University Pure Mathematics is something new! Take your telephone number, e.g. 208 6344 (my work number!) Reverse the order of the digits: 443 6802 Take the smaller one from the larger one. 443 6802 - 208 6344 235 0458

14. The Telephone Number Trick Add up the digits in this answer: 2 + 3 + 5 + 0 + 4 + 5 + 8 = 27 Add up the digits in this new answer: 2 + 7 = 9 What answer did you get?

15. The Telephone Number Trick Why does it work? All multiples of 9 have digits adding up to a multiple of 9, e.g. 18, 27, 36, 45, 54, 63, 72, 81, 99, and so the final result must always be 9. Notice that 2086344 – ( 2 + 0 + 8 + 6 + 3 + 4 + 4) [which is 2086344 – 27] = 2×10 6 + 0×10 5 + 8×10 4 + 6×10 3 + 3×10 2 + 4×10 1 + 4 – ( 2 + 0 + 8 + 6 + 3 + 4 + 4) = 2×(10 6 -1) + 0×(10 5 -1) + 8×(10 4 -1) + 6×(10 3 -1) + 3×(10 2 -1) + 4×(10 1 -1) + (4-4) = 2×999999+0×99999+2×9999+6×999+3×99+4×9 = a multiple of 9

16. The Telephone Number Trick Also notice that: 4436802 – (4 + 4 + 3 + 6 + 8 + 0 + 2) = a multiple of 9 [just 4436802 – 27] Reverse minus Original can be written as (4436802 – 27) – (2086344 – 27) [just giving 4436802 – 2086344] = multiple of 9 – multiple of 9 = multiple of 9

17. Degree Structure Major/Minor Degrees (3 years) Course codes: G1N2, G1N3 Major subject: Mathematics (2/3) Minor subject: Management or Finance (1/3) 2/3:1/3 split between Mathematics & Statistics and the other subject in all three years

18. Degree Structure Joint Honours Degrees (3 years) Accounting and Mathematics (NG41), Economics and Mathematics (GL11) Mathematics and Psychology (CG81) Equal split between Mathematics & Statistics and the other subject in all three years

19. 1 st Year Modules An overview of the first year modules for Maths with Finance Semester One Introduction to Calculus (15) Introductory Algebra: Complex Numbers, Vectors and Matrices (15) Logic, Sets and Counting (10) Semester Two Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations (15) Introduction to Probability (15) Number Systems (10) (for 2016-17) Introduction to Financial Accounting (20) Introduction to Management Accounting and Finance (20)

20. 1 st Year Modules An overview of the first year modules for Maths with Management Semester One Introduction to Calculus (15) Introductory Algebra: Complex Numbers, Vectors and Matrices (15) Logic, Sets and Counting (10) Semester Two Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations (15) Introduction to Probability (15) Number Systems (10) (for 2016-17) Introduction to Non-Specialist Accounting and Finance (20) Introduction to Management and Organisation (20)

21. 1 st Year Modules An overview of the first year modules for Joint Honours Economics & Mathematics degree programme Semester One Semester Two Introduction to Calculus (15) Introductory Algebra: Complex Numbers, Vectors and Matrices (15) Academic and Research Skills for Joint Honours Study (10) Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations (15) Introduction to Probability (15) Global Economics (10) (for 2016-17) Economic Analysis (20) Economic Applications (20)

22. 1 st Year Modules An overview of the first year modules for Joint Honours Mathematics & Psychology degree programme Semester One Semester Two Introduction to Calculus (15) Introductory Algebra: Complex Numbers, Vectors and Matrices (15) Academic and Research Skills for Joint Honours Study (10) Cognitive Psychology (10) Sensation and Perception (10) Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations (15) Introduction to Probability (15) Instinct, Learning and Motivation (10) Research Methods and Skills (20) (for 2016-17)

23. 1 st Year Modules An overview of the first year modules for Joint Honours Accounting and Mathematics degree programme Semester One Semester Two Introduction to Calculus (15) Introductory Algebra: Complex Numbers, Vectors and Matrices (15) Academic and Research Skills for Joint Honours Study (10) Introductory Business Economics (10) Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations (15) Introduction to Probability (15) (for 2016-17) Introduction to Financial Accounting (20) Introduction to Management Accounting and Finance (20)

24. 2 nd Year Modules Semester One Semester Two Financial Mathematics (10) Introduction to Computing and Problem Solving (10) Vector Calculus (10) Differential Equations, Transforms and Waves (10) Fluid Dynamics (10) Introduction to Statistical Inference (10) Stochastic Modelling (10) Introduction to Bayesian Inference (10) An overview of the second year modules for major/minor degree programmes: Maths with Management and Maths with Finance 20 credits of the other subject (for 2016-17)

25. 2 nd Year Modules Semester One Semester Two Introduction to Computing and Problem Solving (10) Introduction to Statistical Inference (10) Vector Calculus (10) 30 credits of the other subject Numbers and Ciphers (10) Differential Equations, Transforms and Waves (10) Fluid Dynamics (10) or Stochastic Modelling (10) A Introduction to Bayesian Methods (10) 30 credits of the other subject An overview of the second year modules for Joint Honours degree programmes (for 2016-17)

26. 3 rd Year Modules Major/Minor 80 credits from Maths & Stats (some compulsory and some optional) 40 credits from the other subject Joint Honours 60 credits from Maths & Stats (mainly optional) 60 credits from the other subject (for 2016-17)

27. Placement Year Available to Single Honours (G100, GG13, G300, G1N2, G1N3) and MMath and MMathStat (G103, GGC3) students Taken in between Stage 2 and Stage 3 Does not count towards final grade £1000 tuition fee Arranged by the student (with School and Careers Service support) Students then return to continue Stage 3

28. Study Abroad Available to MMath/MMathStat (G103, GGC3) students Taken in Semester 1 of Stage 3 Mark included in the overall profile of marks Tuition Fees paid to Newcastle University Arranged by the student (with School and Careers Service support) Student who wish to do this would need to averaging 60+ in Stage 2

29. Foundation Year 4 Year BSc with a Foundation Year (G101) Part of the Faculty Foundation Year Programme Designed for students often without 'A' level Mathematics Mainly mature students returning to Mathematics or coming from Higher Education Courses The Foundation Year is equivalent in level to 'A' level Mathematics Students also study non-mathematics courses, often IT On passing the Foundation Year, students join the usual first year of an Honours Degree

30. Flexibility and Choice Possibility to change between 4 year Masters and 3 year BSc up to the start of 3 rd year (subject to performance) Possibility to change between Major/Minor Degrees and Single Honours Degree title determined by modules studied, e.g., “Mathematics” or “Mathematics & Statistics ”

31. Typical Week 9-1010-1111-1212-11-22-33-44-55-6 MonLLLLL TuesLDDL WedLLSports and Societies ThursTLLT FriCLC + Dedicated Office Hours

32. Module Structure Lectures Problems Classes Tutorials Drop Ins Computing Presentations Projects CBAs Exams Assignments

33. Assessment Structure Examinations (typically* 80%–90% of mark) Exams are in January and May/June and are typically 2-3 hours long In-course Assessment (typically* 10%-20% of mark) Assignments Tests Projects Computer Based Assessments Presentations Reports Posters * Skills-based modules typically have a larger proportion of in-course Assessment

34. Support Current Maths & Stats student Will email after you get your A-level results Buddy Module selection and registration Academic and personal issues Reference Personal Tutor Academic and Pastoral Support Transition Officer Personal Issues Exams and assignments Undergraduate Co-ordinator

35. Admissions The standard offer for 2017 entry will typically be AAA/A*AB or AAB/A*BB including one A-level from: Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History, Physics, and Modern/Classical Languages or grade 2 in any STEP paper All offers require grade A in A-level Maths and exclude General Studies. PARTNERS students may be given a lower offer with an additional requirement of completing the PARTNERS Summer School (talk at 2.00 in the Curtis Auditorium) Offers for Joint Honours combinations are typically AAB Once you have your offer, we will invite you to a School Post Application Visit Day, where you can find out more details about the degree programmes that we offer and you can talk to current students and staff.

36. What you gain from a Maths & Stats degree Our Mathematics & Statistics graduates are highly valued by employers We are in the Top 20 Universities in the UK targeted by graduate employers Numerical Skills Problem Solving Skills Presentation Skills Experience of Team Work Experience of Report Writing Analytical Skills Statistical Skills

37. Job Opportunities Accountant Air Traffic Controller Crime Analysis Computer Game Designer Software Developer Consultant Government Statistics Further Study Risk Management Sports BettingActuaryCryptographer A Maths & Stats degree keeps all your options open!

38. University Careers Service Provides support on all aspects of graduate employability and careers AdviceWorkshopsMock InterviewsCV Checking Recruitment FairsPresentations Phone Interview Rooms Placement and Internship Opportunities Support for Entrepreneurs Advertise Vacancies ncl+

39. Activities MathSoc Socials Sports Teams Sponsored by KPMG & Institute of Mathematics and its Applications Organised by students Best Student Society 2015 Other opportunities Student Ambassador Scheme UCAS Open Days Maths Networking Day Staff/Student Committee

40. Student Finance Information If you have any detailed finance questions, you can find further information at one of the four finance talks being held in the Herschel Building throughout the day at the student finance stand in the Information Fair in King’s Road Centre by picking up a copy of the 2017 Student Finance Guide, which will be widely available throughout the day Further information on student finance is available on our external website www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/finance/www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/finance

41. All new UK/EU students Make Newcastle firm choice (CF) by 1 st August 2017 Achieve the conditional offer given G100, GG13, G103, GGC3, G300, G1N2, G1N3 Up to a maximum of £1250 £250 For each grade exceeding the offer (up to 3 A-levels) £250 For A* in Maths / Further Maths School of Maths & Stats Scholarships

42. School of Maths & Stats Scholarships Bursaries for those wanting to study for a Master in Mathematics or Mathematics & Statistics £1,000 to all students who average 70 or higher based on Stage 2 and Stage 3 (Semester 1) modules. The award will be made in two instalments, at the beginning of each Semester of Stage 4

43. Summary Interesting and topical modules Flexibility and Choice Variety of teaching methods Excellent Student Experience High quality and sought after degree programmes Excellent career opportunities