Code SPAAQU
Mathematics Education Specialisation
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About this Specialisation
Designed for students wishing to become effective secondary mathematics teachers from Years 7 to 12.
It covers school curricula, teaching strategies and the development and assessment of teaching programs. Students will be able to plan a variety of mathematics lessons, assessments and activities, with a pedagogical focus on developing an appreciation of mathematics as a useful and creatively interesting area of study.
Special entry requirements
All applicants are required to complete a major in pure or applied mathematics (three years of degree level study comprising at least 6 units with no more than two at first-year level and no fewer than two units at third-year level) (must include algebra and calculus). One unit only of statistics may be counted provided it is studied as a stand-alone unit. Alternatively applicants can complete at least two years (4 units) of degree level study in pure or applied mathematics with at least two units at level 2 or above in the previously mentioned areas, if they intend to undertake this specialisation as their minor area of study.
Code SPAAQU
Availability & Campus
Location | Availability |
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Joondalup | |
Mount Lawley | |
South West | |
Online |
Details
Structure
For more detailed unit information for this Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
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Employment opportunities
This specialisation is for students wishing to become secondary mathematics teachers.
Possible future job titles
Teachers, Maths Teacher, Mathematics Teacher