Mathematics & Science with Education

UCAS Code GCSEs

GCE/VCE

Grades

GCE A Level

Subjects Required

   Access

  Other Factors    
XG10
BEd/MEd		 Minimum C in Maths, English & BB in Double Award Science                        BCC Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry or Biology                            Not available       

GCSE Profile
Interview             Personal Statement  Reference           Relevant Structured Experience                

  

 

 

Course Outline

This option for post-primary students was introduced for the first time in September 2006 in response to the continuing shortage of teachers of mathematics and science in the post-primary sector.  The BEd (Post-Primary) degree in Mathematics and Science will provide future teachers with the appropriate education and professional skills to enable them to meet the needs of our schools in the shortage areas of mathematics and science.

Learning & Teaching

Students are taught science in well-appointed laboratories where practical work is regarded as the principal method of teaching and learning.  The subject is delivered through practical investigations, problem-solving and experiments which highlight the importance and relevance of science in our everyday lives.

Mathematics is presented as a dynamic subject with an emphasis on flexibility of mind, increased enjoyment through understanding and imaginative teaching in schools.  Teaching for both science and mathematics consists of lectures, seminars and tutorials in a combination of both formal and informal settings. There is an emphasis on active learning and on exploring the benefits of digital technologies.

Course Content

The course covers both the academic and professional aspects of teaching mathematics and science. In the first two years the subjects are taught in equal amounts whilst in years three and four students may specialise further in science and/or mathematics or take modules that will provide the opportunity of undertaking a research project.