Taught modules for 1st year PhD students

In accordance with EPSRC guidance on PhD training, first year PhD students must attend, and be examined on, taught modules to a total of 30 academic credits. Usually this involves taking four London Taught Course Centre (LTCC) Modules, but other options are available. These modules aim to broaden knowledge and should be chosen in consultation with supervisor(s). Modules are examined with a light-touch take home question (or approved alternative). Exam results are provided to feedback to student and supervisor, and do not impact on progression.

While these modules should be taken in the first year of study (or first two years for part-time students), in certain circumstances some can be postponed to year two, with agreement from supervisor and DPGRS. Modules can be selected from the following providers:

The LTCC is run by a consortium of universities in London and beyond. It offers a programme of high-level five-week courses in mathematics and statistics for PhD research students, as well as short intensive courses on new research topics. Modules are worth 7.5 credits each. The LTCC modules and timetables are listed here: www.ltcc.ac.uk/

For PhD students whose supervisors are members of LGSMF. This group provides a programme of advanced courses in mathematical finance, primarily but not exclusively for first-year PhD students in the various member institutions. Long modules are worth 7.5 credits each. One long module can be substituted for two short modules.  The LMFG modules and timetables are listed here: www.londonmathfinance.org.uk/

It is sometimes possible to take MSc modules from SMS or other Schools at QMUL, subject to approval by supervisor, module organiser and the DPGRS. MSc modules are usually worth 15 credits each.  PhD students are not expected to attend formal MSc examinations. Instead your assessment may be in the form of a written, take-home or oral examination. MSc Mathematics modules are listed here: www.qmul.ac.uk/maths/postgraduate/taught-programmes/

If you choose to take a module outside of QMUL, e.g., at another College within the University of London, please note that registration costs will not be covered by the School of Mathematical Sciences. Assessment arrangements should be made in discussion with the respective module convener.  If it is not possible for an assessment to be arranged for the external module, you should refer your case to the DPGRS, who will explore whether alternative assessment arrangements are possible.

Your supervisor may decide it is beneficial for you to take more than the minimum quota of postgraduate modules, up to a maximum of 60 credits.