Mathmo
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Mathmo or MathMo is a term used in British University slang for one who studies Mathematics, particularly the Cambridge Mathematical Tripos.
The term likely derives from Cambridge University,[1] but is also used at Oxford;[2] as well as by students from other institutions with strong mathematical reputation, such as the University of Warwick.[3]
Other related terms include CompSci (Computer Science, pronounced as comp-skee) and Natsci (Natural Sciences, not used at Oxford since no such course exists there).
[edit] References
- ^ [1] Homepage of Mathmo.org, (accessed 13 May 2007).
- ^ [2]"Sex and the City", The Oxford Student, Week 5, Trinity Term 2004, (accessed 13 May 2007).
- ^ Used by student Jamie Sawyer on the UK series of Beauty and the Geek
