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Maths Summer School - Vectors and Matrices - ONLINE Online

Maths Summer School: Essential Mathematical Skills and Techniques

Delivered live via Microsoft Teams, this focused workshop is perfect for any BU student preparing for vector- and matrix-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 vectors, matrices and linear algebra fundamentals.

What you’ll learn — step by step

• Vector Representation
• Vector Arithmetic
• Magnitude and Unit
• Position Vectors and Points in Space
• Collinearity and Direction
• Dot Product and Angle Between Vectors
• Matrices and Their Dimensions
• Matrix Addition, Subtraction, and Scalar Multiplication
• Matrix Multiplication
• Special Matrices
• Transformation Matrices
• Determinants
• Matrix Inverses, 2x2 and 3x3
• Solving Linear Systems with Matrices

 

Why not complete the Geography Quiz before the workshop? Vectors and Matrices 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 vector and matrix questions.

When & where

  • Date: Wednesday 23rd 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 Vectors & Matrices 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, 23rd July 2025.

Reserve your place

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

Looking forward to tackling vectors and matrices together!

Serkan Karakus
Senior Maths Tutor, Bournemouth University

Registration is required. Limited seats available.

Date:
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Time Zone:
UK, Ireland, Lisbon Time (change)
Online:
This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.

Registration is required. There are 12 seats available.

Event Organizer

Serkan Karakus