301656 v.2 Master of Science (Mathematics Education)

MSc(Curtin)

Introduction

The Master of Science (Mathematics Education) consists of coursework units in mathematics education plus a minor project in an area relevant to the student's own teaching situation.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Four years of relevant university qualifications and teaching experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Both printed and Internet material is available.

Course Organisation

The Science and Mathematics Education Centre's Course Coordinator will advise on an appropriate mix of units depending on individual needs and circumstances.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1
6331	v.8	SMEC 612 - Curricula in Science and Mathematics	3.0	25.0
6332	v.7	SMEC 611 - Learning in Science and Mathematics	3.0	25.0
6333	v.5	SMEC 613 - Supervising Science and Mathematics	3.0	25.0
6336	v.7	SMEC 691(M) - Mathematics Education Project	3.0	25.0
6337	v.6	SMEC 692(M) - Mathematics Education Project	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 3 OPTIONS		75.0
				200.0

*Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Not entered*			*Hrs/Wk*	*Credits*
6449	v.5	SMEC 620 - Gender Issues	3.0	25.0
6471	v.4	SMEC 693 - Special Topics	3.0	25.0
10090	v.3	SMEC 621 - Contemporary Issues in Science	3.0	25.0
10900	v.3	Project Environment 641	3.0	25.0
12337	v.3	SMEC 622 - Classroom Climate	3.0	25.0
12987	v.2	SMEC 624 - Evaluation Issues	12.0	25.0
13528	v.3	DCA 701 - Design Professional Praxis I	8.0	50.0
13582	v.2	SMEC 625 - Multimedia in Science and Mathematics Education	3.0	25.0
13583	v.2	SMEC 626 - Information Technology, Science and Society	3.0	25.0
306506	v.1	SMEC 627 - Introductory Research Methods	3.0	25.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

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301656 v.2 Master of Science (Mathematics Education)

Introduction The Master of Science (Mathematics Education) consists of coursework units in mathematics education plus a minor project in an area relevant to the student's own teaching situation.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites Four years of relevant university qualifications and teaching experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Both printed and Internet material is available.

Course Organisation The Science and Mathematics Education Centre's Course Coordinator will advise on an appropriate mix of units depending on individual needs and circumstances.

Additional Course Expenses Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit