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Course Description
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Course Name
Number Theory
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Host University
Queen Mary, University of London
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Mathematics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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UK Credits
15 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Credits: 15.0
Overlap: None
Prerequisite: MTH4104This module introduces some of the more elementary aspects of algebraic number theory from a classical
perspective. The main strands are continued fractions, binary quadratic forms and modular arithmetic.
The theory of continued fractions serves as a unifying theme as well as a source of algorithms. Applications
include the representation of primes as sums of squares and the solution of Pell's equation.Assessment: 100.0% Examination
Level: 6
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