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Mathematical methods
- Points: 30
- Code: MST224
- Level: 2
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This is an important module for all subsequent modules in maths and science.
The mathematical ideas and concepts are narrow in scope (mainly calculus and applied differential equations) but more than make up in complexity and depth. Despite the relativity easy introduction I found the module quickly becoming much harder as it progressed.
The later units expect a very high level of proficiency and are written accordingly.
Nonetheless the mathematics contained is interesting and forming the basis later modules are based upon. A hard and uncompromising module.
The mathematical ideas and concepts are narrow in scope (mainly calculus and applied differential equations) but more than make up in complexity and depth. Despite the relativity easy introduction I found the module quickly becoming much harder as it progressed.
The later units expect a very high level of proficiency and are written accordingly.
Nonetheless the mathematics contained is interesting and forming the basis later modules are based upon. A hard and uncompromising module.
Course starting: October 2018
Review posted: November 2019
This is a very interesting but quite difficult module. It's certainly a big step up from Level 1 maths modules and will stretch your mathematical ability. However, it is extremely satisfying when you begin to comprehend the concepts in the module, particularly things like the integrating and differentiation of scalar and vector fields. I would happily recommend it to anyone interested in mathematics but do be prepared to put the work in. I also found attending the face-to-face lectures to be invaluable.
Rob Collinson
Course starting: October 2017
Review posted: August 2018
This was an excellent course, and one of my favourites in my degree. It was hard going, and calculus is still one of my nemesis', but I thoroughly enjoyed the learning and TMAs. The tutor support is very very good, there were a wealth of online tutorials to chose from and be able to watch back, and face to face tutorials offered as well.
I studied this after M208, and there is no doubt that it helped my marks and confidence, especially in the first TMA. As a shorter, alternative, to MST210, I highly recommend it, and thoroughly enjoyed it as my last level 2 maths module.
I studied this after M208, and there is no doubt that it helped my marks and confidence, especially in the first TMA. As a shorter, alternative, to MST210, I highly recommend it, and thoroughly enjoyed it as my last level 2 maths module.
Course starting: October 2015
Review posted: January 2017
Hi Everyone, I took this course last year and thought it was great! I would recommend this course highly to anyone wishing to pursue the physics pathway on the current Open University degrees.
Course starting: October 2014
Review posted: September 2015
Quality course covering essential mathematical techniques used in science/engineering/economics etc. As far as I know its basically a shortened version of the more daunting MST210. The course books in particular are excellent. Whether you find it tough or not will depend on your mathematical background. Good algebra skills and a fair degree of fluency in basic differentiation and integration are strongly advised.
Course starting: October 2013
Review posted: April 2015
Each of the views expressed above is an individual's very particular response, largely unedited, and should be viewed with that in mind. Since modules are subject to regular updating, some of the issues identified may have already been addressed. In some instances the faculty may have provided a response to a comment. If you have a query about a particular module, please contact your Regional Centre.
The figures below are taken from a survey of students who sat the exam/completed the end-of-module assessment for the October 2016 presentation of MST224. The survey was carried out in 2017.
87 students (a response rate of 28.2%) responded to the survey covering what they thought of 10 aspects of the module.
Please note that if the percentage of students who responded to this module survey is below 30% and/or the number of responses is below 23 it means that only a small proportion of students provided feedback and their views as shown here may not be fully representative of all students who studied the module.
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% | Count | |
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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of this module | 95.3 | 82 |
Overall, I am satisfied with my study experience | 89.5 | 77 |
The module provided good value for money | 76.2 | 64 |
I was satisfied with the support provided by my tutor/study adviser on this module | 95.4 | 83 |
Overall, I was satisfied with the teaching materials provided on this module | 91.9 | 79 |
The learning outcomes of the module were clearly stated | 97.6 | 83 |
I would recommend this module to other students | 89.4 | 76 |
The module met my expectations | 90.7 | 78 |
I enjoyed studying this module | 87.2 | 75 |
Overall, I was able to keep up with the workload on this module | 86 | 74 |
Faculty comment: The module team was pleased with the module that started in October 2016 and the very positive feedback. We're listening to your suggestions and are considering the options for improving the experience of students on this module.