MATHEMATICS
Why Study Mathematics With Us?
Our Mathematics programme gives aspiring undergraduates the unique opportunity to explore a range of first year content. Our course covers a wide range of advanced topics, in both pure and applied Mathematics—all taught through interactive tutorials and small group seminars.
Students will spend time developing key problem-solving skills and applying them to real world problems, as well as working together with other students on a larger group project throughout the week. Our course also works with students individually to build confidence and help them understand what it takes to earn a place at one of the UK’s top Universities.
MATHEMATICS
Why Study Mathematics?
Our Mathematics programme gives aspiring undergraduates the unique opportunity to explore a range of first year content. Our course covers a wide range of advanced topics, in both pure and applied Mathematics—all taught through interactive tutorials and small group seminars.
Students will spend time developing key problem-solving skills and applying them to real world problems, as well as working together with other students on a larger group project throughout the week. Our course also works with students individually to build confidence and help them understand what it takes to earn a place at one of the UK’s top Universities.
What will we cover?
Topics may include:
Group Theory
Complex Numbers and the Euler identity
Matrices, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
Linear Algebra
Countable and Uncountable Infinities
Application Guidance
Applying to study Mathematics can be daunting process, however, our expert tutors have designed a programme to clarify the process and help students understand what an Admissions Tutor is looking for.
We cover all aspects of the application process in detail, through a range of interactive group seminars and individual discussions. We consider the pre-application preparation required, from writing a personal statement to making the right choice when it comes to colleges and universities. Students will also spend time learning about the post application process, including the Admissions Tests (MAT, STEP) and interviews.
Our staff have years of experience in helping students access the UK’s top Universities and are all exclusively from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. As well as our expert tutors, we also have a Personal Statements and UCAS Expert on our team who will run a workshop with students to give insider guidance on approaching an application.
What is included?
10+ hours of live Mathematics sessions, led by our expert tutors
10+ additional hours of live interactive teaching
30+ hours of directed learning throughout the week
A one-to-one Oxbridge-style tutorial
Live guest lecture from a leading Oxbridge Academic
Application workshops, from personal statements to mock interviews
Mathematics reading list and lecture guide
Certificate on completion of the course
Example Timetable
Add-ons
Included in our course fees are a range of sessions designed to help students prepare for their application to study Mathematics at a top UK University. The entire admissions process is covered, from writing Personal Statements to strategies for approaching Admissions Tests and preparing for interviews.
Students who are applying this year may opt for additional personalised specialist support. These optional extras would begin during the Summer School, and continue afterwards, to help students prepare for their upcoming application.
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Personal Statement Consultation
The Personal Statement is a key part of any university application and the student’s opportunity to demonstrate passion for their subject. We understand a Personal Statement is a long-term project and we have designed a 2-hour package which guides and supports students through the writing process.
During the Summer School, students will have an initial 1-hour consultation with a Subject Specialist to set out a plan on how to develop and strengthen their Personal Statement over the coming months.
After the Summer School, students will meet with our Personal Statements Expert before the UCAS deadline, once they have had a chance to work on their Statement. In another 1-hour consultation, our expert will work to improve the tone, flow and make any final suggestions before submission.
Admissions Tests
We have designed and produced a MAT paper, and students may purchase a test package alongside the Summer School at a reduced rate. The test paper exactly replicates the style of the original paper, and the package comes complete with a mark scheme, full solutions and a question-by-question video walk-through. These tests cannot be found elsewhere online and are entirely unique, therefore fully replicating the Admissions Test experience for the student.
Mock Interviews
Students can also add a Mock Interview to their Summer School course. Interviews are one of the most important parts of an application and for students making an application this year, a baseline interview in the summer is an excellent way to prepare. A baseline interview allows students to work on their development points throughout the autumn and perhaps undertake additional Mock Interviews closer to the time to hone their skills.
Our Mock Interviews are conducted by our specialist tutors with Oxford and Cambridge interview experience. They last 45 minutes: 30 minutes for the interview, followed by 15 minutes of verbal feedback, discussing how the interview went and points for improvement. Students will also receive a detailed written report, which explains the content of the interview, assesses the student’s critical thinking and analytic skills, gives notes on their interview style and explains how they can improve next time.
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