Cambridge from the Inside #25: Studying Mathematics at Cambridge | University of Cambridge

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. Dr Ron Reid-Edwards is a member of the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics High Energy Physics research group. His current research interests are mainly in String Theory and Quantum Field Theory. 00:00 Introductions 00:50 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 teaches 13:50 What are Maths supervisions like? 18:35 Reading suggestions for prospective Maths students – and the difference between Pure Maths and Applied Maths 25:50 Can you explain String Theory to us? 36:20 Module choices in the second and third years 38:05 Opportunity to pursue a master’s after your undergraduate Maths degree – Part III 40:50 The difference between Maths with Physics and Maths with Applied Maths 46:30 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 paper 01:00:00 Deciding between Oxford and Cambridge for Maths