Maths Summer School: Essential Mathematical Skills and Techniques

Delivered live via Microsoft Teams, this focused workshop is perfect for any BU student preparing for geometry-based mock exams, coursework or research projects. Whether you need a rapid refresher or want to deepen your understanding, our interactive two-hour session will boost your confidence and fluency in shapes, space and geometric reasoning.

What you’ll learn — step by step

1) Area of a 2D Shapes

2) Surface Area and Volume of 3D Shapes

3) Angles on Parallel Lines

4) Circle Theorems

5) Straight Line Equation, Midpoints, Distance

6) Parallel, Perpendicular Lines

7) Equation of a Circle

8) Determining Centre & Radius from the Circle’s Equation

9) Equation of the Normal to a Circle at a Point

10) Equation of the Tangent to a Circle at a Point

11) Line–Circle Intersection (using the discriminant)

12) Arc Length of Circles and Area of a Sectors

Why not complete the Geography Quiz before the workshop? Geometry Quiz.

Why join?

• Practical & interactive – live worked examples.

• All materials provided – full notes, extra exercises and annotated PowerPoint slides after the session.

• Tailored support – book a 1-to-1 follow-up with me to tackle your personal geometry questions.

When & where

• Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025

• Time: 10:00 – 12:00 (BST)

• Platform: Microsoft Teams (link sent on registration)

This session opens our nine-week Maths Summer School series—attend just this Geometry workshop or stay for the full programme.

Who should attend?

Ideal for students enrolled in—or progressing to—modules such as Engineering Mathematics, Mathematics for Computing, Mathematics in Science, Statistics & Research Methods, SafeMedicate, BKSB Functional Skills and related courses.

Participants will receive additional details and the Teams link prior to the programme's start on Wednesday, 9th July 2025.

Reserve your place

Seats are limited. Secure yours via booking link below. For questions, email mathsskillss@bournemouth.ac.uk.

Looking forward to tackling geometry together!

Serkan Karakus
Senior Maths Tutor, Bournemouth University

Registration is required. Limited seats available.