Studying Mathematics at Cambridge
Episode description
Stay tuned as Dr. Ron Reid-Edwards, Mathematics Director of Studies at Trinity Hall, delves into what the Cambridge Maths course offers and what sets it apart from programs at other universities. 00:00 Introductions00:50 Is Cambridge the most prestigious institution to study Mathematics?05:50 What is the course structure like for a Maths undergraduate degree?09:40 Ron’s research and the courses he teaches13:50 What are Maths supervisions like?18:35 Reading suggestions for prospective Maths students – and the difference between Pure Maths and Applied Maths25:50 Can you explain String Theory to us?36:20 Module choices in the second and third years38:05 Opportunity to pursue a master’s after your undergraduate Maths degree – Part III40:50 The difference between Maths with Physics and Maths with Applied Maths46:30 For those who have English as a second language, how important is proficiency in English for studying Maths?49:50 How to prepare for the STEP Maths admissions paper01:00:00 Deciding between Oxford and Cambridge for Maths