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This page is for anyone about to embark on a degree course in mathematics, science or engineering. Firstly, congratulations and good luck! Secondly, you should not underestimate the level of mathematics and mathematical thinking involved in a typical mathematics, science or engineering degree - this might well be far, far higher than you have encountered at school. Being well-prepared mathematically can make all of the difference between a smooth and a rocky start. To help, we have collected together short sets of problems which will cover many of the main mathematical skills required in a typical degree course across the various subjects. These are more than just a collection of typical end of school examination questions and have been chosen to cover the mathematical overlaps between school and university. Working through these not only will help to get your brain working at tip-top performance, but might also highlight a few areas where you might benefit from a little extra preparation!

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