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

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

University of Chichester
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Description

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- We…

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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.

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