1. Aston University Mathematics
School of Engineering & Applied Science (EAS)
Mathematics

2. WELCOME TO MATHEMATICS
Dr J. van Mourik
Single Honours Programme Director
MB313N
0121 –

3. Mathematics with Computing Business & Mathematics
Programmes:
- Mathematics
Mathematics with Computing
Business & Mathematics
Mathematics with Economics
Mathematics for Industry
- (Comp. Science & Maths)

4. Mathematics Group: Prof. D. Saad (d.saad@aston.ac.uk) Head of Group
Dr. J. van Mourik
Undergraduate Programme Director Single Honours
(BSc Mathematics, Mathematics with Computing)
Dr. M.Stich
Undergraduate Programme Director Joint Honours
(BSc Mathematics with Econonomics, Business and Mathematicss)
Dr. R. Herzallah
Undergraduate Programme Director
(BSc Mathematics for Industry)

5. Accreditation

6. STRUCTURE & CORE MODULES
2 TP’s of 11 teaching weeks + Exams
AM10TM (10) TP1 (non-condonable)
AM10MT (10) TP1
AM10VA (10) TP1
AM10GE (10) TP2
AM10CO (20) TP2 (non-condonable SH)
(Note that TP1 is 12 weeks, with week 6 a reading week)

7. TRANSFERS (between Maths Progs)
Possible, but only if early enough.
1st three weeks -> automatic yes
week > yes, after discussion
later > no!

8. VLE: Blackboard No paper copies of the: - Student Handbook
- Module Booklet
- (Most) Lecture Materials
Available electronically on BlackBoard => session today

9. The Mathematics Group 17 Full-time Academic Staff Programme Directors:
(+ 2 part-time lecturers, PhD’s, PDRA’s)
Programme Directors:
Dr J van Mourik (Single Honours)
Dr M Stich (Joint Honours)
Dr R Herzallah (Maths for Industry)
Subject Group Head: Prof D Saad
Main Building:3rd Floor (MB310/313)

10. Administrative Support
Centralised: MB133
Taught UG Programmes Team:
Missing modules check on MAP first:
my modules
Other time table queries/clashes:

11. Learning (Environment)
It is YOUR responsibility to learn and understand the material.
Maths modules build on previously learned material – do NOT let things slip.
Attend tutorials, do your coursework, revise!
First set of EXAMS in January, but
CLASS TESTS earlier!

12. Tuition Fees ↔ Gym Membership
Your fees pay for:
use of University facilities ↔ use of gym and swimming pool etc
lectures & tutorials ↔ gym classes
coursework & feedback ↔ intermediate fitness tests & advice
attempts at exams ↔ attempts to move up group/level
You wouldn’t (expect to) get fit/pass tests by just buying a gym membership!
You shouldn’t expect to pass exams/year by just paying your fees!
You need to attend classes and train/practice on your own to make the most of your Aston University membership!!!

13. Attendance!

14. Behaviour Large classes for lectures, smaller for tutorials
In lectures/tutorials:
- Keep noise down to minimum.
- Eating/drinking is prohibited.
- Behave, be polite.

15. Help! (1) Academic (Maths): Academic (ABS): Personal Tutor (PT)
Module Tutor – first port of call
Mathematics Support Centre (Library)
Personal Tutor (PT) (“Personal Contact” on MAP)
Programme Director (J. van Mourik/M. Stich/R. Herzallah)
Subject Group Head (D. Saad)
Academic (ABS):
Personal Tutor (PT)
Programme Director (A.Delis)

16. Help! (2) Non-Academic: Computing: Other Students:
Administrative Staff (any non-academic issues)
School Drop-in Centre MB 129C (workdays 9am-5pm)
Computing:
ISA (Information Services Aston) helpdesk MB G16
Computing Drop-in Centre
Other Students:
PAL scheme (help each other)
Mathletes !!

17. Feedback
Informal
Staff-Student Consultative Committee (Year Reps => CV !)
Student questionnaires
Personal and/or Year Tutor
Programme Director
Admin Staff

18. Teaching starts on Monday!
Week 1
Week beginning 25 September 2017
Most Tutorials will begin in week 2
SOME Tutorials begin in week 1
(check with module owner)

19. Timetables (eas_timetable@aston.ac.uk):

20. Academic Year Structure
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Break
TP1 B r e a k E x
ams
TP2 m s
Boards
Resit

21. Withdrawal / Leave Of Absence (LOA)
 (all dates at Midnight)
… Friday 6 Oct : charge %
Friday Oct - Friday 12 Jan : charge 25%
Friday 12 Jan - Friday 4 May : charge 50%
Friday May - … : charge 100%
Withdrawal via MAP, checked at last day of withdrawal. 
It can take up to 5 working days to process.
Students should request in time to process before this deadline.
 In all other cases students will be liable to pay tuition fees.

22. Absences
EAS School Office (MB133) Notify us a.s.a.p. by Telephone: (0121)

23. Fixed Penalties for late submission!
Coursework
Paper Submissions/Collections:
EAS School Coursework Office (MB133), work days 10:00 – 14:00
ABS modules → ABS Course Work Office
LSS modules → LSS Course Work Office
Fixed Penalties for late submission!

24. Calculators Allowed calculators : HP 10s & HP 10s+ series
For exams that allow calculators, bring their own calculator.
No other type than those shown here is allowed.
The Examinations Office has a limited supply of spare calculators.
No guarantee if student has not brought their own.

25. Calculators:
Allowed Calculators: Casio Fx83, Casio Fx85 series

26. Contacting Staff
See Student Handbook (on BlackBoard) for staff details
best (be concise & to the point!)
Use WASS (for appointments) !

27. Communication from Staff
My Aston Portal (MAP)
In Lectures
On BlackBoard By
Notice Boards (third floor)

28. Welcome week activities

29. Like Your Library Live sessions
Taking place in the Library throughout Week 1
Come along to see what Library Services can do for YOU! Find out about: Reading Lists IT facilities Where to go for help Study spaces and much more!
Don’t miss out! Check your timetable

30. Any Questions? Student Handbook & Module Booklet: → MAP/BlackBoard
MB313N ( ) 3649
MB310K ( ) 3812
MB313M ( ) 3674