The typical entry requirement is for 320 points normally including ABB at A level with an A in Maths

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1 Programme Specification Programme Title: B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics with Economics Awarding Body: University of Leicester Entry Requirements: The typical entry requirement is for 320 points normally including ABB at A level with an A in Maths Programme aims: The BSc Mathematics with Economics programme aims to: Provide a challenging curriculum for students by utilising the strength of the Mathematics Department in conjunction with the teaching and research expertise from Economics. ensure a rigorous programme of study embodying a disciplined flexibility across both subjects and by exploring the natural intellectual synergies between Mathematics and Economics enable students to apply mathematics to problems of economic decision making and modelling; develop student expertise in the key areas of both disciplines allowing for dissertation specialisation in the final year; instil transferable learning skills by a grounding in methods and their application in and after students university careers; assist students to develop a range of cognitive and social skills relevant to their intellectual, vocational and personal development Proposed programme Outcomes: Intended Learning Outcomes Teaching and Learning Methods How Demonstrated? (a) Discipline specific knowledge and competencies (i) Mastery of an appropriate body of knowledge Demonstrate a basic knowledge of analysis, algebra, applied mathematics and statistics Demonstrate knowledge of the main ideas, concepts, models and principles in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and acquire skills in quantitative analysis Lectures, seminars, tutorials, computer classes, problem sheets, directed reading, and independent research Assessed problem-solving, essays, essay-based contributions to class discussions, 1

2 (ii) Understanding and application of key concepts and techniques Ability to apply theorems to solve particular problems. Exposition of logical structures. Ability to generalise and to specialise mathematical results. Explain economic models and apply them appropriately. Employ quantitative economic analysis directed reading, and independent research Formative coursework, summative coursework, essays, essay-based seminar presentations/debates, contributions to class discussions, problem-solving (iii) Critical analysis of key issues Analysis of problems and selection of appropriate proof or solution strategy. Critical appraisal of solutions. Analyse and solve more messily defined problems in mathematical modelling. Critically analyse economics arguments and relate them to contemporary policy issues directed reading, group work, independent research, and individual consultations with faculty Formative coursework, summative coursework, essays, essay-based seminar presentations, contributions to class discussions, problemsolving (iv) Clear and concise presentation of material Present result of personal enquiry to an audience of student colleagues and lecturers Produce clear and concise economic arguments and with reference to formal models directed reading, group work, independent research, and individual consultations with faculty Writing tasks, seminar presentations/debates and contributions to class discussions (v) Critical appraisal of evidence with appropriate insight Develop and sustain arguments, formulating appropriate questions and utilizing evidence Critically appraise relevant economic research and appraise the results from quantitative economic analysis directed reading, group work, independent research, and individual consultations with faculty Formative coursework, summative coursework, essays, essay-based seminar presentations, contributions to class discussions, problemsolving (vi) Other discipline specific competencies Plan, design, research and present a sustained and independently conceived piece of project work. Acquire skills in using mathematical software Course and module handbooks, dissertation supervision, research methods classes, independent research and individual consultations with faculty Independent research projects, research presentations 2

3 (b) Transferable skills (i) Oral communication Develop clarity, fluency and coherence in expressing scientific ideas and in discussing issues in economics Provide clear visual aids to accompany presentations Participate effectively in group discussions Seminars, tutorials and group work, individual presentations Seminar presentations, contributions to discussions in tutorials (ii) Written communication Develop ability to write scientific reports. Achieve clarity, fluency and coherence in written expression of issues in science and economics. Word processing in preparation of written work, use of spreadsheets, use of specialist packages for statistical analysis. Integration of IT into presentations (PowerPoint) and research (Blackboard, online archives/sources) Analyse data associated with politics and economics using statistical and graphical techniques Peer collaboration in exploration of issues and arguments in mathematics and economics Learning to use and value collaborative inquiry Analysis, breakdown synthesis, critical examination. Modelling skills in Mathematics and Economics Gather and deploy evidence and data to find, retrieve, sort and exchange new information Seminars, tutorials, problem-solving, independent research, and individual consultations (iii) Information technology Induction programme, computer practical classes, independent research, interaction with peers and faculty via Blackboard and (iv) Numeracy (Computer) practical classes (v) Team working Seminars, tutorials and group-work (vi) Problem solving Lectures seminars, tutorials and problem-solving (vii) Information handling Seminars, tutorials, directed reading, specialist research methods workshops and practical problemsolving Essays, essay-based examinations, dissertations, seminar presentations, contributions to class discussions, problem-solving Essays, independent research projects, computer-based, problem-based Independent research projects, computer-based, problem-based Seminar presentations, contributions to class discussions, participation in group work, debates Essays, independent research projects and problem-solving Essays, independent research projects, problem-solving 3

4 (viii) Skills for lifelong learning Demonstrate intellectual independence through the setting of research tasks and the solving of problems in mathematics and economics. Reflect upon own learning and achievements and plan for personal, educational and career development All of the above particularly independent research Tutorials, career development programmes, resource-based learning, personal development planning programme All of the above particularly the dissertation Portfolio, curriculum vitae Reference points used to inform the programme specification: QAA Benchmarking statements: Mathematices: Economics: University of Leicester Learning and Teaching Strategy University of Leicester Academic Review Report External Examiners Reports Special features: Students learning experience is enhanced by both Departments strong commitment to developing synergy between their teaching activities. Indications of programme quality The QAA Subject Review [www/qaa.org/..] The Department of Economics/Mathematics was ranked 7 th /6th out of 49/51 for overall satisfaction by the National Student Survey. (Full-time first degree students by mean average satisfaction score). They was awarded an excellent teaching rating of 24/22 by the UK government's Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) as well as a maximum rating of 5 in the last Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). University Academic Review External examiners reports First Destination careers statistics Exemptions from professional exams (subject to satisfactory completion of certain core or optional modules):" 4

5 BSc MATHEMATICS WITH ECONOMICS FIRST YEAR MODULES SEMESTER 1 MA1011 METHODS OF APPLIED MATHEMATICS 20 MA1103 PROOF AND NUMBER SYSTEMS 10 EC1000 MICROECONOMICS 20 MA1152 INTRODUCTORY LINEAR ALGEBRA 10 SEMESTER 2 Semester Total 60 MA1061 PROBABILITY 10 MA1151 INTRODUCTORY REAL ANALYSIS 20 MA1252 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING 10 EC1001 MACROECONOMICS 20 SECOND YEAR MODULES SEMESTER 1 Semester Total 60 MA2021 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 20 MA2103 FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS 20 MA2201 INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS 10 ONE 15-CREDIT OPTIONAL MODULE CHOSEN FROM: EC2000; EC2024; OR EC2031 SEMESTER 2 15 Semester Total 65 MA2511 BUSINESS APPLICATIONS IN MATHEMATICS 10 MA2201 LINEAR STATISTICAL MODELS 20 THIRD YEAR MODULES ONE 10-CREDIT MATHEMATICS MODULE CHOSEN FROM EITHER MA2155 OR MA2082 ONE 15-CREDIT ECONOMICS MODULE CHOSEN FROM: EC2002; EC2020; EC2022; OR EC2032 (REQUIRES EC2024) SEMESTER Semester Total CREDITS OF MATHEMATICS OPTIONAL MODULES FROM AN APPROVED LIST ONE 15-CREDIT ECONOMICS MODULE CHOSEN FROM AN APPROVED LIST 15 SEMESTER 2 40 Semester Total 55

6 ONE 15-CREDIT ECONOMICS MODULE CHOSEN FROM EITHER EC3064 OR EC CREDITS OF MATHEMATICS AND ECONOMICS MODULES CHOSEN FROM AN APPROVED LIST Semester Total 65

7 Programme Specification Appendix 2 Skills Matrix: BSc Mathematics with Economics G1L1 Date amended: 08/01/09 Programme Learning Outcomes (a) Discipline specific knowledge and competencies (vi) Other discipline specific competencies Knowledge of mathematical software such as MATLAB and MAPLE. MA1011 MA1152 MA1251 MA2021 MA2201 MA3011 MA3077 MA3201 (b) Transferable skills (i) Oral communication Make verbal presentations to a variety of audiences Demonstrate ability to chose appropriate format/language Use appropriate presentation aids MA1011 MA2510 MA3511 MA1011 MA2510 MA3511 MA1011 MA2510 MA3511 (ii) Written communication Produce a variety of work in different formats MA1011 MA1251 MA2510 MA3511 Ability to use appropriate language for various audiences MA1011 MA1251 MA2510 MA3511 EC1000 EC1001 EC2024 EC2032 EC3064 EC3065 EC2000 EC2031 Effective communication of ideas and arguments MA1011 MA1251 MA2510 MA3511 EC1000 EC1001 EC2024 EC2032 EC3064 EC3065 EC2000 EC2031 (iii) Information technology File creation, management & storage MA1152 MA1251 MA2510 MA3511 MA3074 Use of electronic sources inc. internet, & library catalogues MA1152 MA1251 MA2510 MA3511 MA3074 EC1000 EC1001 EC2024 EC2032 EC3064 EC3065 EC2000 EC2031 EC2002 EC2020 Word processing inc. formatting and layout MA1251 MA2510 MA3511 MA3074 EC1000 EC1001 EC2024 EC2032 EC3064 EC3065 EC2000 EC2031 EC2002 EC2020 Knowledge of high level programming language MA1011 MA1251 MA3011 MA3077 (iv) Numeracy ALL MA courses will develop skills in numeracy (v) Team working Work autonomously as a group MA2103 MA2510 MA3511 EC3064 EC3065 Evaluate own and others contribution MA2103 MA2510 MA3511 EC3064 EC3065 Appreciate the strengths/weaknesses of team working MA2103 MA2510 MA3511 EC3064 EC3065 (vi) Problem solving ALL MA courses will develop skills in problem solving (vii) Information handling Ability to locate and access information MA1152 MA1251 MA2103 MA3074 MA2510 MA3511 EC1000 EC1001 EC2024 EC2032 EC3064 EC3065 EC2002 EC2020 EC2000 EC2031 Ability to compare and evaluate information obtained MA1152 MA1251 MA2103 MA3074 MA2510 MA3511 EC1000 EC1001 EC2024 EC2032 EC3064 EC3065 EC2002 EC2020 EC2000 EC2031 Ability to learn independently using DL resources MA3074 (viii) Skills for lifelong learning Study skills MA1101 MA2103 MA2510 MA3511 MA3074 EC3064 EC3065 Independence and time management MA1251 MA2103 MA2510 MA3511 MA3074 EC3064 EC3065