Overview

Application Deadline:  10 May 2013

The aims of the programme are to ensure that successful candidates:

• acquire the extensive and complex integrated knowledge base including mathematical and pedagogical knowledge that is necessary for effective mathematics teaching at post-primary level with special reference to Project Maths,
• demonstrate an ability to integrate this mathematics knowledge for teaching into professional practice as mathematics teachers,
• develop a high standard of practical competence in mathematics teaching as reflective practitioners during their programme of study.

 Contact:

Course Director:
Prof (Emeritus) J O'Donoghue
National Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and Learning (NCE-MSTL)
University of Limerick
Phone: 353-61-234786
Email: John.ODonoghue@ul.ie

Graduate Profile

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Programme Content

A 6-week session structure is superimposed on the academic and calendar years to facilitate teachers in work, during school breaks and summers. This structure offers additional possibilities for participants to complete the programme who may be experiencing difficulties with individual modules. However, all elements of the programme must be completed within 3 years for the award of the qualification. The programme structure is presented in the table below.

Table 1:  Programme Structure

Cohort 1 (Start September 2012/End June 2014)

Cohort 2 (Start September 2013/End June 2015)

Programme content comprises mathematics modules and pedagogical modules.  An outline of the programme content is given in Tables 2 and 3.
Content modules with relevant methodology workshops will be offered in 6-week blocks during the academic year and 2-week intensive blocks during the summer.

Table 2: Outline of Mathematics Content

Note: All modules are electives and will run subject to demand and resources.

Table 3: Indicative Programme (Pedagogy Modules)

Schedule Information

All sessions will be held outside school hours on evenings and occasional Saturday mornings. There will also be a summer school commitment. The programme is organised in six week sessions, 2 evenings a week and one Saturday morning per session. One content module is delivered per session. Maths content modules will be assessed by coursework (c.40%) and module exam (c. 60%). Pedagogy modules will be assessed by essays, portfolios, project work etc.

Entry Requirements

Eligible teachers may apply online. Prospective applicants may check their eligibility by clicking on Terms and Conditions.
Please note that quotas apply for each lot/region. In the event that quotas are exceeded applicants will be required to reapply for the following year.

What to Include with your Application Form

• A copy of your birth certificate/passport (evidence of your legal name).
• Your marriage certificate/deed poll certificate if your name on your qualifications is different to that on your application.
• Qualification transcripts and/or certificates/awards (and English language translation if applicable).
• Your signed Declaration Form.
• Recognised Prior Learning Application.

 English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet one of the criteria below (no longer than  two years prior to application):

Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:

Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved

• Irish Leaving Certificate English –Ordinary Level Grade D or above
• TOEFL – 550 (paper based), 213 (computer based), 80 (internet based)
• IELTS – Minimum score of 6.5* for Business, Arts, Humanities or Education programmes. Minimum score of 6.0* for Science, Engineering, Informatics or Electronics programmes *with no less than 6 in any one component.
• English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) – Grade C1
• GCE ‘O’ level English Language/GCSE English Language – Grade C or above
• University of Cambridge ESOL –Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English Grade A
• GCE Examination Boards – Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations – Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate – School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council – School Certificate Pass 1-6

Results in examinations other than those listed above may also be accepted as meeting our English language requirements. Contact the International Education Division for advice.