King's College London

Teaching & Modules

Modules

Year

Mathematics Required modules

You are required to take the following:

Calculus I (15 credits)
Calculus II (15 credits)
Linear Algebra & Geometry I (15 credits)
Sequences & Series (15 credits)
Introduction to Dynamical Systems (15 credits)

Philosophy Optional Modules

You must take either/or:

Elementary Logic (15 credits)
Methodology (15 credits)

You must take either/or:

Metaphysics I (15 credits)
Epistemology I (15 credits)

Students must take 15 additional credits from any of the above Philosophy modules, or the following:

Ethics I (15 credits)
Modern Philosophy I (15 credits)
Political Philosophy I (15 credits)
Ancient Philosophy (15 credits)

In your philosophy modules, we aim to combine a wide range of study options with direct contact with our staff. Our emphasis on small-group teaching in tutorials and seminars makes King’s an excellent place to acquire and develop the skills of critical thinking, and to express your ideas both in writing and in philosophical discussion. Mathematics teaching is predominantly through lectures, which are supplemented by tutorials and classes.

Year 1

Percentage of time in scheduled learning and teaching activities: 27%
Percentage of time in guided independent study: 73%

Year 2

Percentage of time in scheduled learning and teaching activities: 27%
Percentage of time in guided independent study: 73%

Year 3

Percentage of time in scheduled learning and teaching activities: 27%
Percentage of time in guided independent study: 73%

Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.

Assessment

Coursework
Written/practical examinations
Oral presentation
Reports
In-Class Tests
Projects

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. The primary method of assessment for this degree is written examination. You may also be assessed by essays, practical examination, oral presentation, reports, class tests and projects. The nature of assessment varies by module.