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- 06 Feb 22
- 10 Jul 22
The University of Notre Dame Australia is committed to delivering an excellent student experience, alongside a high standard of teaching, research, and training. As a leader in ethical education, Notre Dame aims to develop students’ critical reasoning and their ability to make ethical decisions—crucial skills to progressing their careers and leading purposeful lives. At Notre Dame, students navigate their future with an ethical education online.
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Degree details
On completion of this program students should be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:
- Solve complex problems in Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Calculus and Discrete Mathematics.
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills, including formulating and modelling practical and abstract problems in mathematical terms.
- Apply mathematical principles, concepts, techniques and technology to solve practical and abstract problems.
- Communicate theoretical concepts in Mathematics to a range of audiences.
- Demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills with ethical responsibility and accountability for further learning.
- Combine theoretical mathematical knowledge with practical educational approaches to teaching mathematics.
Having a Graduate Diploma in Mathematics will mean you have valuable skills that make you attractive to a wide range of employers and organisations. It is possible to gain employment such as:
- Secondary mathematics teacher
- Head teacher, mathematics
Higher education
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education applicants must meet the following specific requirements:
- Possession of a Bachelor’s award (AQF level 7 qualification) or equivalent in Initial Teacher Education.
OR
- Possession of a Bachelor’s award (AQF level 7 qualification) and concurrent study in a Master of Teaching (AQF level 9 qualification).
Credit for equivalent prior learning may be awarded for up to 50% of this Program. Applications for Advanced Standing and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered and reviewed on a case by case basis by UNDA's Student Administration.
The Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education provides a pathway for secondary teachers to retrain in the area of Mathematics. The program includes the four courses contained in the Graduate Certificate (including linear algebra and calculus) in Mathematics along with two advanced mathematics content courses, a mathematics teaching methods course and a Core curriculum course. As part of a nested sequence of programs, these additional courses are also the foundation for the Master of Mathematics Education.
Recommended Study Pattern
To be eligible for the award of Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education students must complete a minimum of 200 Units of Credit, comprising:
One (1) Core Curriculum subject:
- PHTH6002 Reason and Revelation
Seven (7) compulsory MATH subjects:
- MATH5000 Principles of Mathematics
- MATH5001 Linear Algebra
- MATH5002 Statistics
- MATH5030 Calculus
- MATH5003 Advanced Calculus
- MATH5004 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH5080 Teaching Methods in Mathematics
Award Requirements
Completion of 200 units of credit from 8 required courses listed in the Recommended Study Pattern.
Exit Points
Students may exit with a Graduate Certificate.
A Student is entitled to apply for a Degree, Diploma or Certificate of the University when a Student has: completed all the requirements of that Degree, Diploma or Certificate; and paid all fees, charges or fines which are outstanding.
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