Gravity, Particles and Fields Dissertation
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MATH4050 | Mathematical Sciences | 4 | 60 | Summer UK |
- Code
- MATH4050
- School
- Mathematical Sciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 60
- Semesters
- Summer UK
Summary
In this course a substantial investigation will be carried out on a topic related to the taught courses of the course. The study will be largely self-directed, with oversight and input provided where necessary by a supervisor from the School of Mathematical Sciences or the School of Physics and Astronomy. The topic will be chosen from a list of potential projects provided by the School. The topic could be based on a theoretical investigation, a review of research literature, or a combination of the two.
Target Students
Students taking the MSc in Gravity Particles and Fields.
Classes
- One 1-hour tutorial each week for
Weekly (approximately) meeting with Supervisor.
Assessment
- 100% Report: A substantial word processed report, normally 15,000-25,000 words.
Assessed by end of summer vacation
Educational Aims
The purpose of thiscourse is to broaden and deepen the students' knowledge and understanding of current research topics related to gravitation and/or the theory of quantum particles, fields and information by carrying out a detailed and substantial investigation.Students will acquire knowledge and skills of relevance to research in this area. Research experience will be broadened considerably by undertaking this independent but supervised work, summarising the analysis and findings in a written dissertation and discussing their investigation in a viva.Learning Outcomes
A student who completes this course successfully should be able to:
L1 - model a substantial problem related to gravity, particles, fields, or quantum information, and perform appropriate analytical and numerical computations;
L2 - search and review relevant literature and other resources where appropriate;
L3 - relate mathematical and theoretical models to their physical applications;
L4 - present results in written and oral form to a mixed audience of experts and general mathematical and theoretical physicists;
L5 - communicate results using appropriate styles, conventions and terminology.