Title: Maths Essentials

Location: US

Company: The London School of Economics and Political Science

About this course:
This course introduces some of the basic ideas and methods of mathematics with an emphasis on their application.
It works at an elementary level with the aim of developing sophisticated mathematical skills and bridging the gap between school leavers and undergraduate study.
At the end of the mathematics course, you should be able to:

Manipulate and use algebraic expressions

Graph, differentiate and integrate simple functions

Calculate basis quantities in financial mathematics

Related skills developed during this course include Algebra, Basic Math, Calculus, Differential Calculus, Elementary Algebra, Integral Calculus, Linear Equations.
Looking to study at the University of London on one of their EMFSS programmes but do not have the required mathematics qualifications? Prospective students who don't meet the mathematics entrance requirements are now able to meet this requirement by passing the LSE Maths Essentials: Proctored Exam.

This course will provide you with:

A grounding in arithmetic and algebra

An overview of functions and the fundamentals of calculus

An introduction to financial mathematics

This self-paced course aims to introduce basic mathematical concepts and maximize your chances of success in undergraduate-level quantitative subjects.

Duration: 6 weeks

Skills:
- Algebra
- Basic Math
- Calculus
- Differential Calculus
- Economics
- Elementary Algebra
- Integral Calculus
- Political Sciences

Curriculum:
- A grounding in arithmetic and algebra
- An overview of functions and the fundamentals of calculus

- An introduction to financial mathematics