MA425
Project in Operations Research & Analytics
This information is for the 2024/25 session.
Teacher responsible
Dr Marie Oldfield
Availability
This course is available on the MSc in Operations Research & Analytics. This course is not available as an outside option.
Cannot be taken with MA426 Dissertation in Operations Research & Analytics.
Pre-requisites
There are no pre-requisites
Course content
The student will carry out and report upon a substantial practical piece of work in Operational Research and Analytics. This may include elements of data science, machine learning, AI and human factors. The project is typically a consulting-like placement with an industry, government, or non-profit partner.
The project is normally provided by the course team. Project allocation is via formal interviews with the client a student has applied for.
A project may be suggested by the student, subject to approval by the MA425 convenor.
Teaching
Teaching for this course is delivered through seminars totalling a minimum of 16.5 hours across the year.
Formative coursework
Each student will be assigned an ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ project supervisor who will monitor their progress on a continuing basis and give tutorial advice as required.
Indicative reading
Detailed suggestions for reading will be provided in the course of supervision.
Assessment
Project (100%).
Assessment is based on a combination of the project report, reflective report, project presentation, and CV writing.
The student is expected to work on this full time from early June to end of August possibly at the client site. The report is due on a date around the end of August.
Key facts
Department: Mathematics
Total students 2023/24: 35
Average class size 2023/24: 35
Controlled access 2023/24: No
Value: One Unit
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Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Team working
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Application of numeracy skills
- Commercial awareness
- Specialist skills