Fridays@2 and Fridays@11
Fridays@n (where n = 2 or 11) is a series of interactive weekly sessions run during term time. The programme is designed specifically for undergraduate and masters students. The sessions are intended to help students to develop useful skills, to explore career possibilities, and to put their mathematics courses into a broader context. All sessions are held on Fridays in L1: those sessions that are targeted specifically at first-years take place at 11:00-12:00 (Fridays@11), while those of more general interest are held at 14:00-15:00 (Fridays@2). All sessions are followed by tea and biscuits in the South Mezz.
Upcoming sessions for Fridays@2:
Join bestselling author Simon Singh and Oxford mathematician turned educator Junaid Mubeen for a session on maths communication! Learn how to present mathematics in a way that is both accessible and engaging, and how to apply these principles in a teaching context. Simon and Junaid will draw on their experiences in the Parallel Academy https://parallel.org.uk, an online initiative they set up in 2023, which has since grown to support thousands of keen and talented students to pursue maths beyond the curriculum. What should you expect in intercollegiate classes? What can you do to get the most out of them? In this session, experienced class tutors will share their thoughts, and a current student will offer tips and advice based on their experience. All undergraduate and masters students welcome, especially Part B and MSc students attending intercollegiate classes. (Students who attended the Part C/OMMS induction event will find significant overlap between the advice offered there and this session!) How do you efficiently look for jobs? How can you make the most of careers fairs? What makes a CV or cover letter stand out? Get practical advice and bring your questions! This week's Fridays@2 will be a panel discussion focusing on what it is like to pursue a research degree. The panel will share their thoughts and experiences in a question-and-answer session, discussing some of the practicalities of being a postgraduate student, and where a research degree might lead afterwards.The Art of Maths Communication
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Making the most of intercollegiate classes
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Careers event - Looking and applying for jobs
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What’s it like doing a PhD in maths/being an academic?
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Upcoming sessions for Fridays@11:
We'll discuss what mathematicians are looking for in written solutions. How can you set out your ideas clearly, and what are the standard mathematical conventions? This session is likely to be most relevant for first-year undergraduates, but all are welcome. This session will look at how you can get the most out of your lectures and tutorials. We’ll talk about how to prepare effectively, make lectures more productive, and understand what tutors expect from you during tutorials. You’ll leave with practical tips to help you study more confidently and make your learning time count. This session will explore practical ways to manage your time effectively as a student. We’ll discuss how to find the right balance between revising and working on problem sheets, tools and strategies to help you plan your workload, and how to set realistic priorities. We’ll also talk about what kind of study balance makes sense over the Christmas break. Come along to pick up useful tips for staying organised, focused, and on top of your studies. This session is likely to be most relevant for first-year undergraduates, but all are welcome.What does a good maths solution look like?
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How to make the most of your tutorials
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This session is likely to be most relevant for first-year undergraduates, but all are welcome.How to effectively manage your time
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