PGCE Secondary Education Mathematics
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Postgraduate
In London
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
October
This course is no longer accepting applications for 2018 entry. The next entry is 2019
An exciting cocktail of creativity, problem-solving and logical reasoning, mathematics is an essential part of many professions and everyday life. And from the early study of astronomy to the recent creation of Facebook, mathematics has always been at the heart of life-changing discoveries. Are you ready to empower the next generation of mathematical pioneers?
Why study PGCE Secondary Education Mathematics at Middlesex University?
Mathematics teachers are in great demand and this course enables you to meet the national standards for the award of qualified teacher status. Combining theory and practice, you will comprehensively investigate the structure of the mathematics curriculum, considering numbers and algebra, shape, space and measures, and handling data. You will be encouraged to provide evidence of your own development in teaching and learning.
Under the guidance of our team of experts, students become involved in designing, producing, teaching and evaluating a range of materials currently used to support Mathematics in the secondary school.
We have excellent relationships with schools in London, Essex and Hertfordshire and during your studies, you will have the opportunity to undertake teaching placements in at least two secondary schools, allowing you the chance to acquire skills in the application of new technologies in teaching and learning. Schools are carefully selected to suit each individual and expose them to a wide variety of imaginative and thought provoking learning strategies. Key experts from our partner schools will always be on hand to offer invaluable mentoring and support.
Course highlights
Many of our graduates have their first teaching job at their placement school
Through sustained exposure to a classroom environment, you will learn to exercise initiative and sound judgement when confronted by challenging situations
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Qualifications
You need at least a 2.2 Bachelor honours degree in a subject relevant to your chosen subject area with at least 50% mathematical content
You must have GCSE grade C / grade 4 or above in English and Maths or be retaking them this year. We also accept the equivalency tests by Equivalency Testing, A Star Teachers or any other appropriately accredited provider. We cannot accept functional skills or key skills or IELTS any other appropriate background check
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Subjects
- IT
- Secondary
- Teaching
- Numeracy
- Mathematics
- University
- School
- Team Training
- IT Development
- GCSE Mathematics
- Skills and Training
- Training
- Professional development
- Workshops
- Transferable skills
- Secondary Education
- Formative
- Summative assessment
Course programme
Course content
What will you study on the PGCE Secondary Education Mathematics?
Through interactive workshop, tutorials, lectures and debates, our team of expert staff will equip you with the skills and experience necessary to educate and inspire secondary pupils. You will critically evaluate the effectiveness of a wide range of resources and your own lesson plans. You will analyse research data and critically evaluate how research has contributed to the knowledge and understanding of how to teach your subject effectively.
What will you gain?
In addition to developing the knowledge and skills required to teach your chosen subject, you will be able to identify and evaluate effective strategies for assessing children's learning in the selected subject, through formative and summative assessment strategies. You will understand the importance of literacy, numeracy and ICT in delivering an effective, all-round curriculum.
ModulesSchool-Based Training 1 (20 Credits) - Compulsory
This module aims to prepare you during your first school experience. It develops your preparation skills and enables collaboration with your fellow students, subject mentors, and professional coordinating mentors. You will learn to address and meet the expectations specified by the statutory teaching standards. The school-based element of this module lasts for approximately 50 days.
School-Based Training 2 (40 Credits) - CompulsoryThis module encourages you to build upon the experience gained in School Experience 1. It aims to provide an extended, individual school experience across the age ranges of 11-16, 11-18 or 14-19. You will undertake 74 days of teaching across a six-month period, so you can address the standards specified by the Teachers' Standards.
You can find more information about this course in the programme specification. Module and programme information is indicative and may be subject to change.
PGCE Secondary Education Mathematics