Federation University

Master of Specialist Teaching (Mathematics)

The Master of Specialist Teaching (Mathematics) is a post-graduate degree consisting of 180 credit points that can be completed part-time over three years. The degree is taught in English and offered through flexible delivery involving both on-line and on-campus study mode. Most students are admitted based on a completed Initial Teacher Education qualification.

This degree is designed for teachers looking to specialise and develop course leadership in the cross-discipline teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) or those teaching ‘out-of-field’ with a desire to gain advanced skills and knowledge in this Victorian Department of Education priority curriculum area.

A key feature of this degree is developing an applied synthesis of understanding of the teaching and learning of Mathematics. The degree explores the choice, nature, and use of the Mathematics disciplines to enhance the enjoyment of learning mathematics, science, engineering, and technologies in the development of useful learning products, projects and systems. During this course, you will develop the research skills to complete either a research project or a minor thesis at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 9.

Graduates will have the opportunity to apply for further study in research in education such as a Master of Education (research) or, if they have completed the research pathway, at doctoral level.