PGCE Education (Mathematics)

The PGCE in Mathematics is broadly aligned with the Northern Ireland Curriculum, training graduates to teach Mathematics across the 11-18 year age range. The programme aims to develop your competence and confidence in the teaching of Mathematics and in the general professional role of the teacher. Our PGCE will appeal to you if you wish to move into teaching and if you are a graduate in Mathematics (or cognate discipline) or about to graduate in Mathematics (or a cognate discipline). Extra places are reserved to prepare those who are interested in teaching their subject through the medium of Irish in Irish-medium schools. An additional certificate in Irish Medium Education (IME) is awarded in conjunction with St Mary's University College.

All applicants must possess the following: At least a 2:2 Honours degree (and/or higher degree) or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University, in an acceptable discipline relevant to teaching mathematics (for example, mathematics, joint degrees involving mathematics with relevant curriculum modules, physics, engineering, accountancy, actuarial science, finance, economics or business studies). Degrees in cognate areas may be considered if 50% or more of the modules studied are deemed currently relevant to teaching mathematics. Applicants with numerate degrees in a subject other than mathematics must possess at least a Grade B in A-level Mathematics, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University, at the time of application. At the time of application, GCSE Mathematics grade C/4, and GCSE English Language grade C/4 or equivalent qualification.