NMAK17009U Cancelled Topics in Algebra and Number Theory
MSc Programme in Mathematics
We will cover various topics in contemporary Algebra and Number Theory, such as Arithmetic Geometry, special functions, explicit methods, rational points, moduli problems in arithmetic, with the precise content depending on the modern questions asked in these fields.
Knowledge: To display knowledge of the course topics and content, at the level of a beginning researcher.
Skills: To be able to use the acquired knowledge to obtain proofs.
Competences: To be able to produce independent
proofs in extension of
the acquired knowledge.
See Absalon for a list of course literature.
Algebra 3 and Algebraic Number Theory are highly recommended.
Academic qualifications equivalent to a BSc degree is recommended.
Lectures will be given by the professor and some talks will be prepared and given by the students.
- Category
- Hours
- Lectures
- 28
- Preparation
- 177
- Exercises
- 14
- Exam
- 1
- Total
- 220
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Oral examination, 30 min under invigilationThe exam will be a 30 minutes oral exam with 30 minutes of preparation time.
- Aid
- All aids allowed
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- No external censorship
One internal examiner.
- Re-exam
30 minutes oral exam without preparation time and without aids.
Criteria for exam assesment
In order to obtain the grade 12 the student should convincingly and accurately demonstrate the knowledge, skills and competences described under Learning Outcome.
Course information
- Language
- English
- Course code
- NMAK17009U
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Level
- Full Degree Master
- Duration
- 1 block
- Placement
- Block 2
- Schedule
- B
- Course capacity
- No restrictions/ no limitations
- Course is also available as continuing and professional education
- Study board
- Study Board of Mathematics and Computer Science
Contracting department
- Department of Mathematical Sciences
Contracting faculty
- Faculty of Science
Course Coordinators
- Fabien Pazuki (7-6a74657e796f6d447165786c326f7932686f)