Taster courses
11/11/20 - Virtual Taster Session: Comparative Literature
Virtual Taster Session: Comparative Literature
Wednesday 11 November 2020, 5pm-6.30pm (BST)
Course Description
Are you interested in studying literature from around the world? In how texts, myths and ideas travel across time and space? If so, Comparative Literature could be the degree for you!
In this taster session, you’ll learn more about the modules we offer (ranging from the global short story to representations of climate change) and about the questions that comparatists are interested in: for example – how has the idea of the hero changed since antiquity? You will get a chance to meet some of our students, who’ll tell you what it’s like to study at QM, and you’ll hear about the careers that our graduates have gone on to pursue.
Students with no language qualifications and students with knowledge of a second language are equally welcome! This Taster Day is suitable for Years 10 to 13; no prior knowledge of the subject is necessary.
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Subject Areas
Comparative Literature.
29/10/20 - Girls in Maths Virtual Taster Event
Girls Maths Virtual Taster Day
Thursday 29 October 2020, 10:30am - 12pm
Event Description
We're inviting female students to join us virtually and discover what studying a Maths degree at university is really like! This will be a great opportunity to gain an insight into student life at Queen Mary.
Students will be able to join us for:
- A taster lecture on: Investigating Populations via Penguins (Dr Silvia Liverani)
- A taster lecture on: Pricing for Pet Insurance (Gaik Ng FIA)
- A talk on transitioning to university
- A talk about Careers in Maths
You will be able to engage with female undergraduate students and academic lecturers to have all of your questions about studying at Queen Mary answered. Queen Mary University of London is one of the UK's leading research universities, committed to improving social justice and achieving the previously unthinkable. A Russell Group university based in east London, we teach across the full disciplinary spectrum. With staff and students from over 160 nationalities, we are one of the most diverse higher education institutions in the world.
Course Requirements
This taster course is open to year 12 students. Students must be studying A-level Maths.
Subject Areas
Mathematics and Statistics.
16/12/20 - Wonderful World of Maths Taster Event
Wonderful World of Maths Virtual Taster Event
Wednesday 16 December 2020, 4:30pm - 6pm
Course Description
We're inviting students to join us virtually and discover what studying a Maths degree at university is really like! This will be a great opportunity to gain an insight into student life at Queen Mary.
Students will be able to join us for:
- A taster lecture on: Networks: Mathematics Connecting the World (Dr Lucas Lacasa)
- A taster lecture on: Folding Fractals (Dr Wolfram Just)
- A talk on transitioning to university
- A talk about Careers in Maths
You will be able to engage with undergraduate students and academic lecturers to have all of your questions about studying at Queen Mary answered. Queen Mary University of London is one of the UK's leading research universities, committed to improving social justice and achieving the previously unthinkable. A Russell Group university based in east London, we teach across the full disciplinary spectrum. With staff and students from over 160 nationalities, we are one of the most diverse higher education institutions in the world.
Course Requirements
This taster course is open to year 12 and 13 students. Students must be studying A-level Maths.
Subject Areas
Mathematics and Statistics.
25/11/20 - Human Impact on Glacial Systems
Human Impact on Glacial Systems
Wednesday 25 November 2020, 4-5pm
Event Description
Dr James Bradley will present a look at how the world's coldest places are being impacted by human activity. His enthusiasm will inspire you to want to find out more. To get a flavour of James’ work take a peek at his blog.
Subject Areas
Geography and Environmental Science.
09/12/20 - Reclaiming the Map: Power and politics of colonial cartography
Reclaiming the Map: Power and politics of colonial cartography
Wednesday 9 December 2020, 4-5pm
Event Description
Prof. Ben Hennig of the University of Iceland will present this lecture. Ben will be bringing his innovative, creative and hugely informative style to help us understand and critically engage in the role of maps in reflecting. creating and perpetuating colonial views of the world. Find out more about Ben’s work online.
Subject Areas
Geography and Environmental Science.
11/11/20 - Carbon and Water Cycles
Carbon and Water Cycles
Wednesday 11 November 2020, 4-5pm
Event Description
Prof Geraldene Wharton will present a clear and concise lecture explaining the key concepts around the water cycle, the carbon cycle and the ways in which the two interact.
Subject Areas
Geography and Environmental Science.