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:
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.What is it like doing a PhD in maths and 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. In this session, we will discuss how best to use the Christmas vacation to consolidate your learning, to prepare for collections, and of course to have a rest! 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.What to do over the vacation?
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