Master of Education- Mathematics Education

Understanding how we learn mathematics and how we can teach mathematics effectively to children, teenagers and adults is one of a nations great educational challenges. The Master of Education Mathematics Education will give you the opportunity to work with esteemed practitioners and researchers in this fascinating field. With a Master of Education Mathematics Education youll develop an understanding of the complexities of equitable and culturally responsive practices. Youll gain knowledge of specialised mathematics for teaching and learning within the early years, primary or secondary sectors. Youll also be able to plan and undertake research or a scholarship in mathematics education. Youll gain a high level of skill in analysis, synthesis and critical evaluation of mathematics pedagogy and curriculum. Your qualification options The Master of Education does not qualify you to be a teacher in New Zealand. If you want to be a teacher, you will also need to take a postgraduate teaching qualification. Further study If you want to advance to doctoral study, you will also need at least a B GPA in the Master of Education.

To enter the Master of Education Mathematics Education you will have been awarded or qualified forthe Bachelor of Education with a grade average in the highest level courses of at least a B or equivalent orany other bachelors degree with a grade average in the highest level courses of at least a B or equivalent and hold a professional qualification in teaching orany other bachelors degree with a grade average in the highest level courses of at least a B or equivalent and have professional experience relevant to the intended postgraduate subject ora Postgraduate Diploma in Education or equivalent with a grade average across all courses of at least B coursework pathway or at least a B research pathway.