Mathematics and Teaching for Key Stages 2 and 3, BA (Hons)

Mathematics has always been a particular strength of Teacher Education at our University. This course offers a route into a subject-based teaching career in either upper primary or lower secondary schools.

The Key Stages 2 and 3 programme trains students to teach the 7 to 14 age range. After completing this degree, you could be a maths specialist working in:

• Upper primary schools
• Middle schools
• Lower secondary schools

You will join a community of maths teaching students taking a range of modules within a lively, imaginative context. The course is based at the Bognor REgis campus.

Practical School Experience

The pattern of school experience is usually:

• Year One - Three days a week (Mon- Wed) for five weeks in the autumn term and three weeks in the summer term in the same primary school
• Year Two - Six weeks in a secondary school and two weeks' 'specialist placement'
• Year Three - Ten weeks in either a primary or secondary school, according to your choice

Indicative Course Content

There are five main strands that run through the programmes:

• Study of Mathematics
• Mathematics Education
• Professional Values and Practice (general teaching skills such as lesson planning and classroom management)
• The 'Core' subjects in the Primary Curriculum (English, Maths and Science for KS2)
• Classroom Experience in Schools

Why this Course?

• Equips students to teach in either primary, middle or secondary schools
• Varied and effective model of teaching and learning, mainly through small group seminars and workshops with occasional lectures
• Continuous assessment of progress
• Extensive practical teaching experience to provide students with a broad view of education
• Valuable support from experienced mentor teachers and link tutors
• Specialist placement in Year 2 gives trainees the opportunity to visit and work in an educational environment beyond the normal school classroom
• This programme has a parallel non-QTS option. If students change their mind about becoming teachers, they can transfer to the BA (Hons) Mathematics and Education
• Small, friendly group learning environment
• Students acquire a range of communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills that will be invaluable in their teaching careers and beyond
• We positively encourage students from a range of educational backgrounds and find that the diversity of ages and experiences contributes to a stimulating and supportive learning environment for all
• Mature students are welcome with a minimum of 3 GCSEs (see Fact File) and some evidence of studying Maths beyond GCSE level

Two Year Route - Entry with Advanced Standing

You may be eligible for direct entry to Year 2 of this programme if you have suitable mathematics beyond A2 Level (worth 120 credits) or if you are a mature applicant with appropriate qualifications or experience.

Entry Requirements

3 Years Full Time, up to 6 years Part Time. Delivery: Full and Part Time.