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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Mathematics Education)

Are you interested in examining the nature of mathematics learning in the first nine years of schooling?

Students will examine current research and practice in mathematics education in the first nine years of schooling to explore pedagogical approaches to a variety of areas of mathematics curricula, investigate effective teaching and undertake reflective projects relevant to their own professional situation.

Summary

This course is not available for international students except in limited cases.

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

Available at these campuses
  • National, Hobart
  • National, Online
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW

Course Duration

 6 months full-time or equivalent part-time.

Deferment

No deferment available.

Delivery mode

  • Multi Mode
  • Online

Commencement date
  • Semester 1 - February

Course Costs
  • Average first year fee: $5400 Fee-Paying (indicative only)

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

Credit Points

40

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.
Apply directly to Australian Catholic University.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

  1. four year Bachelor degree in education; or
  2. Bachelor degree in an area other than education and a Graduate Diploma in Education;
  3. a health sciences degree with
    1. three years’ experience; and
    2. a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education.

Special Entry
Applicants whose educational qualifications do not satisfy the requirements for admission to the course but who have equivalent knowledge, skills and/or competencies, demonstrated by relevant documentation, may be granted admission to the course, subject to approval by the designated Admission Officer, in consultation with the relevant Course Coordinator or Head of School.

How to Apply

Apply via Direct Application below.

Direct Applications

Select your study location and fee-type option:

Hobart - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Online
Online - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Online
Strathfield - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
  

Description

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education course is designed for graduate students interested in pursuing a broad academic study of education. It provides studies in a range of academic areas, including arts education, career development, early childhood, education and training in professional contexts, information and communication technology, literacy education, mathematics education, pastoral care leadership, religious education, TESOL, and wellbeing in inclusive schooling. Students will be encouraged to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of recent research, and/or professional developments related to their program of study. They will be offered opportunities to engage and interact with other students from diverse professional backgrounds.

English Language Requirements

Applicants require IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with an overall score of 7.0, including an individual score of 7.0 for all tests.

Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

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