Program handbook
Description
As a mathematics teacher you will guide young minds to develop their mathematical skills by exploring, classifying, generalising, calculating, predicting, representing and measuring.
The Bachelor of Teaching (Mathematics) (Honours) program at the University of Newcastle aims to develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary for a highly successful career in teaching. Graduates of this program will be able to seek employment as 7-12 (Secondary) teachers in and beyond the New South Wales (NSW) Government, Catholic, and Independent school sectors. The program aims to develop graduates who are inspirational teachers with the capability to act professionally, ethically and effectively in their Secondary school destinations; insightful scholars with the capability to engage in rational enquiry into curriculum, policy and practice; and innovative leaders with the capability to play a constructive role in public discourse on and beyond education.
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Inspirational teachers who act professionally, ethically, and effectively
- Insightful scholars who engage in rational enquiry into the theory and practice of education
- Innovative leaders who play a constructive role in public discourse on education
Details
Information correct as at | Apr 19, 2024 8:10 pm |
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Program code | 12371 |
AQF level | Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree |
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Selection Rank | This program was not offered in 2021, there is currently no commencing student profile available. |
Term type | Semesters |
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Credit transfer
If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.
Compulsory program requirements
Professional experience courses are scheduled to give students the opportunity to link theory with practice. Students start the first professional experience placement by observing the teacher and working with small groups in the classroom. This is followed by initial experiences in teaching the full class under the direct supervision of the teacher. Students build on their teaching competencies during the 90 days of placement throughout the program, by the time of graduation they have developed the classroom skills and the professional aptitudes of a competent teacher. Some placements overlap with university vacations, so students should check the professional experience dates before booking travel. See Professional Experience Unit
Post-admission requirements
Anaphylaxis Training
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Child Protection Awareness Training
Child Protection Awareness Training
Working With Children Check
Students must obtain a Working with Children Check.
Compulsory program requirements - Review of progress
In addition to meeting the University's overall requirements for academic progression, students must satisfactorily complete the following courses to progress in their program.
EDUC2196 - Quality Teaching and Student Learning 7-12
EDUC3196 - Quality Teaching, Equity and Diversity 7-12
EDUC4196 - Quality Teaching and Professional Practice 7-12
Professional recognition
New South Wales Education Standards Authority
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
320 units
Program duration
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 10 years maximum.
Program requirements
All students are required to successfully complete 320 units including 270 units of core courses, 20 units of courses chosen from the course list and 30 units of electives, please note electives cannot be taken a the 2000 level.
The Graded Honours stream is available only to those student who meet and maintain the eligible requirements, students will be required to complete 30 units of compulsory research courses.
*Graded Honours stream will need to utilise their 30 units of electives to fulfil the pathway requirements.
Students must complete a minimum of 40 units at each level (1000, 2000, 3000, 4000) with no more than 120 units at the 1000 level.
Students must only complete courses that form part of the program and must not complete more than 320 units.
NOTE: To meet the NSW Institute of Teachers requirements for accreditation as a secondary mathematics teacher, at least 10 units of the 3000 level MATH/STAT Courses must be chosen from MATH coded courses.
Additional documents
- 2015 Program Plan 584.9 KB Use the correct Program Plan to map your program
- 2017 & 2016 - Semester 1 Program Plan - Graded & Ungraded Honours - Extension Pathway 609.4 KB
- 2017 & 2016 - Semester 1 Program Plan - Graded & Ungraded Honours – Standard Pathway 608.2 KB Use the correct Program Plan to map your program
- 2017 & 2016 - Semester 1 Program Plan - Ungraded Honours - General Pathway 606.6 KB
- 2017 & 2016 - Semester 2 Program Plan - Ungraded & Graded Honours - Extension Maths Pathway 409.9 KB
- 2017 & 2016 - Semester 2 Program Plan - Ungraded & Graded Honours - General Maths Pathway 606.9 KB
- 2017 & 2016 - Semester 2 Program Plan - Ungraded - Standard Maths Pathway 604.8 KB
Transition arrangements
2023 Program Revisions
This program was revised for implementation in Semester 1, 2023.
Core courses in the Graded Honours stream have been revised, EDUC4975 and EDUC4985 have been replaced with EDUC4975A and EDUC4975B. If you have already completed EDUC4975 and EDUC4985 you do not need to complete EDUC4975A and EDUC4975B.
Any further questions should be directed to your program advisor.
2021 Program Revision
The program was revised for implementation in Semester 1 2021.
Course replacements are listed below. Continuing students in the program who have not yet successfully completed the pre-2021 course/s will now be required to complete the replacement course.
Core Courses:
- EDUC2103 Schooling, Identity and Society has been replaced with EDUC1103 Schooling, Identity and Society.
- Students who have not completed EDUC2190 Extended Studies in Mathematics 1 must complete an additional 10 units of MATH from the Directed Course List.
- Students who have not completed EDUC4105 Extended Studies in Mathematics 2 must complete an additional 10 units of MATH from the Directed Course List.
- EDUC4940 Research and Critique has been replaced with EDUC4955 Education Honours I: Introduction to Education Research.
- EDUC4990 Honours III: Thesis and Project (20 units) has been replaced with EDUC4975 Honours III – Thesis A and EDUC4985 Honours IV – Thesis B.
The following Directed courses have been removed from the Directed list. Courses completed prior to 2021 will count towards the Directed course requirements.
- MATH3180
- MATH3210
- MATH3400
- STAT3120
- STAT3170
Program structure
Students are advised to read their program handbook information in conjunction with the program plans for course sequence/enrolment advice. Please refer to the Program Plan for the year that you commenced, or transitioned into, this program - Program Plans are available above.
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Core
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
EDUC1038 | Foundations of Secondary Education |
| 10 units |
EDUC1090 | Specialist Studies in Mathematics 1 |
| 10 units |
EDUC1101 | Curriculum, Assessment and Pedagogy |
| 10 units |
EDUC1103 | Schooling, Identity and Society |
| 10 units |
MATH1510 | Discrete Mathematics |
| 10 units |
MATH1800 | Mathematical Modelling |
| 10 units |
STAT1070 | Statistics for the Sciences |
| 10 units |
EDUC2102 | Educational Psychology: Learners and the Learning Process |
| 10 units |
EDUC2151 | Multiliteracies |
| 10 units |
EDUC2181 | Managing the Learning Environment |
| 10 units |
EDUC2196 | Quality Teaching and Student Learning 7-12 |
| 10 units |
MATH2310 | Calculus of Science and Engineering |
| 10 units |
MATH2320 | Linear Algebra | Not currently offered | 10 units |
MATH2920 | Thinking and Working Mathematically | Not currently offered | 10 units |
ABOR3500 | Aboriginal Education, Policies and Issues |
| 10 units |
EDUC3026 | Inclusive and Special Education |
| 10 units |
EDUC3090 | Specialist Studies in Mathematics 2 |
| 10 units |
EDUC3196 | Quality Teaching, Equity and Diversity 7-12 |
| 10 units |
EDUC4181 | Ethical Teaching in Classrooms |
| 10 units |
EDUC4196 | Quality Teaching and Professional Practice 7-12 |
| 20 units |
EDUC4955 | Education Honours I: Introduction to Education Research |
| 10 units |
MATH Course List
Graded Honours
Complete the following courses to fulfill the requirements of this option | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
EDUC4965 | Education Honours II: Research Design and Methods |
| 10 units |
EDUC4975A | Honours III - Thesis A |
| 10 units |
EDUC4975B | Honours IV - Thesis B |
| 10 units |
Course List
Choose 20 units from the following course list. | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
MATH3120 | Algebra |
| 10 units |
MATH3170 | Number Theory |
| 10 units |
MATH3205 | Applied Fourier Analysis |
| 10 units |
MATH3700 | Partial Differential Equations |
| 10 units |
MATH3820 | Numerical Methods |
| 10 units |
MATH3910 | Mathematics With a View to Teaching |
| 10 units |
STAT3030 | Generalised Linear Models |
| 10 units |
STAT3040 | Forecasting with Linear Time Series Models |
| 10 units |
STAT3100 | Systems Thinking for an Integrated Workforce |
| 10 units |
Electives
Electives 30 unit requirement | |
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Complete 30 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them. | 30 units |
Suggested electives
A full list of courses that are available to study as an elective can be found in the course handbook.
Code | Title | Units |
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EDUC3800 | Intercultural Understanding for Educators | 10 units |
EDUC4800 | Education in Global Perspective: Issues for Australian teachers | 10 units |
Honours
All students who complete the requirements of the program will be eligible for ungraded Honours. High performing students may be eligible to undertake the Graded Honours stream. Students admitted to the graded Honours stream are required to successfully complete 30 units of research courses. The criteria for the determination of class of Honours are detailed in the Bachelor Honours Policy [000990] located in the University Policy Library. See Program Convenor for further information regarding eligibility for Graded Honours.
Additional information
Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
International students
All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.
International applicants intending to seek accreditation to teach should seek clarification of accreditation requirements with their proposed/intended employment authority prior to undertaking the program. Responsibility for clarification of suitability of undergraduate qualifications for employment with an employing authority rests with the applicant.
Additional support
AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.
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