Units
The individual subjects inside each degree: what’s taught, how it’s assessed, and when it runs.
4,303 units
| Code | Unit | Faculty | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH3140 | Real analysis An introduction to real analysis with a special focus on sequences of real numbers and functions. Topics covered include properties of real numbers (infima/suprema and the axiom of completeness), sequences and series of real numbers (order… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3141 | Algebra 1: Group theory Groups in geometry, linear algebra, and number theory; cyclic and abelian groups; permutation groups; subgroups; cosets; normal subgroups and quotient groups; homomorphisms, isomorphisms and isomorphism theorems; group actions; Sylow theore… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3150 | Algebra 2: Rings and fields Rings, fields, ideals, number fields and algebraic extension fields. Coding theory applications of finite fields. Gaussian integers, Hamilton's quaternions. Euclidean Algorithm in rings. | Science | 3 |
| MTH3160 | Metric spaces, Banach spaces, Hilbert spaces In this unit, we develop the theory of metric spaces, Banach spaces and Hilbert spaces. These are the foundations that support the models of modern physics, including general relativity, quantum mechanics, and optimisation; and are also ess… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3170 | Network mathematics This unit provides an introduction to graph theory, which is the mathematics of networks. Topics covered include trees, Eulerian tours, Hamiltonian cycles, shortest path problem, bipartite graphs, matchings, graph colouring, max-flow proble… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3175 | Network mathematics (Advanced) This unit provides an introduction to graph theory, which is the mathematics of networks. Topics covered include trees, Eulerian tours, Hamiltonian cycles, shortest path problem, bipartite graphs, matchings, graph colouring, max-flow proble… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3230 | Time series and random processes in linear systems Multivariate distributions. Estimation: maximum of likelihood and method of moments. Confidence intervals. Analysis in the time domain: stationary models, autocorrelation, partial autocorrelation. ARMA and ARIMA models. Analysis in the freq… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3241 | Random processes in the sciences and engineering This unit introduces the methods of stochastic processes and statistics used in the analysis of biological data, physics, economics and engineering. At the completion of the unit you will understand the application of classical techniques,… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3251 | Financial mathematics You will use the concept of random variables and their uses as models of uncertain future payoffs. An important concept for analysis is the conditional expectation. Special attention is given to normal distribution and multivariate normal d… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3260 | Statistics of stochastic processes Many practical experiments involve repeated measurements made over a period of time, where the individuals or systems being observed are evolving during the study period. Examples of this kind of data arise in signal processing, financial m… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3320 | Computational linear algebra The overall aim of this unit is to study the numerical methods for matrix computations that lie at the core of a wide variety of large-scale computations and innovations in the sciences, engineering, technology and data science. You will re… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3330 | Optimisation and operations research This unit introduces some of the fundamental concepts and algorithms of mathematical optimisation. Optimisation underpins many parts of both data analytics (machine learning) and business analytics (management science/operations research).… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3340 | Numerical methods for partial differential equations Partial differential equations are ubiquitous in many domains of sciences and industry, as they model phenomena with spatial and temporal variations. Most of these models are too complex to be exactly solved, and numerical methods are the o… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3360 | Fluid dynamics Fluid flows are all around us, from waves on the beach to microorganisms navigating their environment, and mathematics allows us to make precise and useful predictions about how they behave. In this unit you will develop mathematical tools… | Science | 3 |
| MTH3401 | Special topics in mathematics 1 Advanced studies by lectures or reading project in an area of mathematics, statistics or related discipline, or a comparable project under the supervision of a member of academic staff in the School of Mathematics. | Science | 3 |
| MTH3402 | Special topics in mathematics 2 Advanced studies by lectures or reading project in an area of mathematics, statistics or related discipline, or a comparable project under the supervision of a member of academic staff in the School of Mathematics. | Science | 3 |
| NEU10002 | Neuroscience This unit introduces students to the discipline of clinical neuroscience. Students will study fundamental concepts in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology with view to developing an understanding of key human brain structures, their role in beh… | Health | 1 |
| NEU20005 | Sensation and Perception To build upon the basic sensory neurosciences, particularly with advanced visual and auditory systems and to link these with perception or the representation and conscious awareness of sensation. | Health | 2 |
| NEU20006 | Neurophysiology Students will undertake a detailed study of the cellular basis of neural communication. Students will be able to apply this understanding to provide explanation of drug action, and understand the sensation and perception of pain. Students w… | Health | 2 |
| NEU20007 | Neuroimaging The aim of this unit is to develop a theoretical understanding and gain practical knowledge in non-invasive neuroimaging the human brain. Structural, metabolic and imaging techniques will be addressed with respect to examples in the followi… | Health | 2 |
| NEU20008 | Developmental and Molecular Neuroscience This unit will focus on the development of the nervous system with a particular emphasis on molecular signalling pathways that lead to both the structural organization of the brain as well as synapse development and synaptic pruning. Unders… | Health | 2 |
| NEU30004 | Higher Cortical Function The unit provides students with the skills to review advanced techniques in cognitive neuroscience and apply these particularly to the understanding of the human brain and behaviours. It also provides knowledge of the neurophysiology and as… | Health | 3 |
| NEU30006 | Psychophysiology Project To apply and develop skills that have been learned during the undergraduate years to carry out a research project within the area of Psychophysiology/Cognitive Neuroscience. This “Capstone†group-based project provides students with an… | Health | 3 |
| NEU30007 | Advanced Topics in Neuroscience This unit presents students with an overview of contemporary research in neuroscience. Upon completion of this unit students will have experience in reading and critically appraising scientific research literature in the field of neuroscien… | Health | 3 |
| NEU30009 | Neuropsychopharmacology This unit examines issues in neuropsychopharmacology. Students will study how drugs that act on nervous tissue alter behaviour and physiology. In particular, they will examine the effects of drugs and dietary supplements on brain chemistry… | Health | 3 |
| NPS10003 | Sustainability Challenges in Science This unit provides an introduction to the application of technical and professional skills to tackle real industry and community problems. The project will introduce students to what science is and the scientific method involved, situating… | Science | 1 |
| NPS20003 | Integrated Professional Placement A - Science This is a shellcode - refer to BUS20010 for detail | Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | 2 |
| NPS20004 | Integrated Professional Placement B - Science This is a shellcode - refer to BUS20011 for detail. | Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | 2 |
| NPS20011 | Societal Challenges in Science The aim of this unit is for students to create social impact by engaging with a community or industry partner to develop a project which addresses a real-world challenge. In doing so, students will examine how science can contribute to our… | Engineering | 2 |
| NPS30004 | Grand Challenges in Science This unit provides an opportunity for the application of technical and professional skills to tackle real industry and community problems. Students will work individually or in teams to address challenges set by academic/industry/community… | Engineering | 3 |