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Title HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS
Date Sat 04 Nov
Event Day School Autumn
Time 10:00am - 4:00pm
Venue Canterbury Campus
Contact artsandculture@canterbury.ac.uk or Tel: 01227 922994
Price Standard Adult - £39.00

Saturday 4 November 2017|10am-4pm Tutor: Michael Fletcher | Canterbury campus | £39 Have you ever wondered how Mary Queen of Scots’ poor mathematical skills led to her demise? Or why the invention of a symbol for zero was such a great step forward in the development of number? This course will answer these questions along with many more. The course will examine the development of number, probability, cryptography, geometry and problem solving. You will have the opportunity to hone your cipher-breaking skills and learn how mathematics can help you win on TV game shows. Is there a way mathematics can help you win the lottery? Come and find out.

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