Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Primary Mathematics Education

The Graduate Certificate in Primary Mathematics Education is a postgraduate program designed for primary teaching graduates who wish to specialize in mathematics education. This program aims to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions necessary to become primary mathematics specialist teachers.

Program Overview

• Approved Abbreviation: GradCertPrimMathsEd
• Western Sydney University Program Code: 1830
• AQF Level: 8
• Study Mode: One year part-time
• Location: Online

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (of three or four years), or higher, in teaching/education that leads to a professional teaching qualification.

Program Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 40 credit points, including the subjects listed below.

Recommended Sequence

Part-time

• Autumn Session:
  • TEAC 7065: Leading Mathematics in the Primary School (10 credit points)
  • TEAC 7011: Assessment and Intervention for Mathematics and Numeracy Learning (10 credit points)
• Spring Session:
  • TEAC 7074: Mathematics for Contemporary Learners (10 credit points)
  • TEAC 7002: Addressing Diversity in Mathematics Teaching and Learning (10 credit points)

Short Course Recommended Sequence

• Spring Session:
  • TEAC 7074: Mathematics for Contemporary Learners (10 credit points)
  • TEAC 7002: Addressing Diversity in Mathematics Teaching and Learning (10 credit points)
• Quarter 4 Session:
  • TEAC 7065: Leading Mathematics in the Primary School (10 credit points)
  • TEAC 7011: Assessment and Intervention for Mathematics and Numeracy Learning (10 credit points)

Contact Information

For more information about this program, please visit the Western Sydney University website or contact the university directly.

Disclaimer

The information provided is accurate as of the time of publication and is subject to change. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they meet the admission requirements and to stay informed about any updates to the program.