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MATH1080: Research and Communication in Math. Sci.
2026 unit information
This unit will equip you with vital skills in researching, writing, communicating and thinking in the Mathematical Sciences. These are skills that are used every day by professionals in mathematics, statistics, data science and other branches of mathematical science and in areas where mathematics and statistics is applied, such as science, computation and finance. The skill that you will master include logical reasoning, collaborative group work, skills in reading and writing mathematics, giving feedback, typesetting mathematics, and giving formal and informal presentations. You will also work together with other students on a small research project, as you learn about research processes in the mathematical sciences. As part of this, you will learn about open research problems in the mathematical sciences, to acquire the skills to conduct a review of current knowledge on a topic, and you will practice posing and tackling original research questions. This unit will also give you the opportunity to meet and work with other students in your Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences cohort.
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| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. List and compare common logical fallacies
- LO2. Explain and utilise the effectiveness of proper definitions, and the interaction between narrative and logic
- LO3. Analyse and apply the principles of written and oral mathematical communication
- LO4. Evaluate and synthesise the current state of knowledge about a mathematical problem by obtaining information from a range of scientific resources (books, journals, online, meetings with experts)
- LO5. Solve a mathematical problem independently and in collaboration with a team of researchers
- LO6. Effectively communicate and collaborate in a group
- LO7. Formulate innovative and creative ideas
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